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From open banking to open finance and beyond: The future of financial data-sharing

The Payments Association

Open data, in turn, enriches these offerings, enabling innovative credit scoring and risk assessment beyond traditional banking channels. Ultimately, this convergence fosters a more inclusive and efficient financial ecosystem, benefiting consumers and businesses alike.

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Merchant-facing regulation: What merchants need to know in 2025

The Payments Association

These developments will impact merchant compliance, cost structures, customer experience, and operational risk. Merchants should assess exposure, engage with providers, and begin implementation planning ahead of key deadlines. It outlines ten regulatory changes affecting merchants in the UK and EU between 2025 and 2026.

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The payments regulation roadmap: Q2 2025

The Payments Association

This includes undertaking robust fraud risk assessments, embedding tailored internal controls, and delivering ongoing staff training. It mirrors existing offences in anti-bribery and tax evasion, but with a sharper focus on consumer protection and market integrity.