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ACI Worldwide Survey Shows Nearly 40% of Taxpayers Will Use Refunds for Debt Relief

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A new income tax survey from ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ: ACIW), an original innovator in global payments technology, developed in partnership with YouGov , shows that nearly 40% of taxpayers would use their tax refund to pay debt (e.g., credit cards, loans, etc.), credit cards, loans, etc.) 20% would make minor purchases (e.g.,

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Shift4 to Acquire Global Blue, the Leading Specialty Payments and Technology Provider Serving Luxury Brands

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More than 400,000 premium retail and hospitality locations rely on Global Blues tax-refund and currency conversion technology, including the worlds most iconic luxury and premium retailers as well as other large retail electronics, sportswear and fast fashion brands.

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How to Choose Between EFT vs ACH: A Comprehensive Guide

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Understanding ACH Payments: The Backbone of Bank Transfers EFT is like a toolbox for digital payments, while ACH is one of the most reliable tools you can find inside. Digital payment methods paperless nature reduces check processing costs that can go as high as $4 to $20 per transaction.

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Shift4 strategy segues with Global Blue

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Daphne Howland/Payments Dive Shift4s latest acquisition, of the Swiss payments technology firm Global Blue, has perplexed analysts who follow the digital payments processor. from a VAT country can have the value of the tax refunded to them. Its a “unique and important capability," he said.

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Treasury faces pushback on ditching checks

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government to digital payments could prevent vulnerable communities from accessing tax refunds and Social Security benefits, groups warn. A plan to move the U.S.

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Early Warning pitches Zelle to Treasury

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Treasury Department use that tool to replace checks with digital payments. Published July 1, 2025 Patrick Cooley Reporter post share post print email license Zelle is a peer-to-peer payment app businesses and consumers can use to transfer money. The company suggested using Zelle for payments to and from the U.S.

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Alipay+ Transactions Triple in 2024 as Travel Industry Embraces Cross-Border Digital Payment and Marketing Technology

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Additionally, merchants can leverage the vast user base of Alipay+ payment partners with customizable digital lifestyle services such as for transport, food, tax refunds and more. A notable example is FREENOW, a leading European taxi service, which launched a mini-program directly within Alipay+ partner apps.