The Payments Association

JULY 23, 2025

Scalable economics: Cloud infrastructure delivers variable cost structures that align with portfolio growth, while our operational expertise ensures optimal performance tuning from launch. Ready for international expansion: Our existing presence and experience in Europe is unmatched: when you are ready to go – we are already there!

PCI DSS

Finextra

JULY 22, 2025

Alternatively, buyers may prefer cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins—digital assets pegged to fiat currencies but operating on blockchain infrastructure. However, accepting numerous cryptocurrencies may increase conversion fees, and settling in stablecoins carries some counterparty risk tied to the issuer’s solvency.

Settlement

Finextra

JULY 14, 2025

Since stablecoins are crypto tokens that operate on blockchain networks, their custody follows the same fundamental principles as other cryptocurrencies. Industry leaders like Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard have recently made strategic acquisitions and formed partnerships with companies focused on stablecoin infrastructure.

Stablecoins

The Payments Association

JUNE 9, 2025

This represents a strategic shift for payment providers, affecting cost structures, risk exposure and increasing competition. Greater access The previous RTGS operated as a closed system, mainly limited to traditional banks. RT2 is substantially expanding direct participation.

ISO 20022

Finextra

JUNE 25, 2025

Combining SEPA compliance with Ukraines competitive cost structure can position Ukrainian fintech companies as serious competitors in European markets. Regulatory advantages are equally significant.

FinTech

The Payments Association

MAY 16, 2025

These developments will impact merchant compliance, cost structures, customer experience, and operational risk. Key areas of impact include fraud prevention, card fee structures, accessibility standards, stablecoin usage, and the treatment of consumer data in evolving open finance ecosystems. Why is it important?

Regulations

The Payments Association

APRIL 14, 2025

Immediate focus areas include fraud prevention, ISO 20022 readiness, and stablecoin regulationbut longer-term success depends on active engagement with consultations, operational resilience, and global alignment. Under the forthcoming framework, stablecoins used for payments will fall squarely under the FCAs regulatory perimeter.

Regulations