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NBK Unveils Payment Verification Service on Its Mobile Banking App

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In keeping with its constant dedication to providing cutting-edge services to its customers, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) announced introducing a new service that allows customers to confirm payment transactions online through the NBK Mobile Banking App, making itself as the first provider of this service in Kuwait.

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Mobile Banking Malware on the Rise Amid Rapid Adoption

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Mobile banking is a rapidly growing market that’s projected to hit a value of US$7 billion by 2032. The 2023 study, which analyzed malware targeting banking apps, uncovered that 29 malware families targeted 1,800 banking applications across 61 countries last year.

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Nearly One in Five Consumers Struck by Online Identity Fraud, According to ACI Worldwide Speedpay Pulse Report

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More than three-quarters of Americans now prefer to pay their bills digitally, especially Gen Z and Millennials, who show a significant inclination toward mobile payments. However, this increase in digital payments also brings about heightened risks – almost one in five consumers surveyed has fallen prey to online identity theft.

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The Complete Guide to Merchant Services for Small Business Owners

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They enable secure, efficient in-store and online payment processing and offer flexible payment options that customers demand today. Merchant services are comprehensive solutionstools, systems, and supportthat allow businesses to process in-person and online payments. custom software for a particular industry or market).

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Network International Launches Payfast 2024 State of Pay Report

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Providing a deeper look into online payment trends, the State of Pay report details insights sourced from Payfast by Network platforms over the past year. Network International’s 2024 Payfast State of Pay report is available for download at: [link].

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New Report: SMS-Based Outreach Helps Merchants Authenticate Consumers, Boost Online Sales

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Businesses and financial institutions (FIs) are constantly examining ways to make their customers’ accounts more secure, especially as more consumers go online to make purchases and transact during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. For more on these and other onboarding items, download this month’s Tracker. .

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Digital Payments: 12 Digital Payment Options to Consider Accepting in Your Business

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We can hail a ride from a mobile app, and our transactions for all sorts of goods and services can be easily paid for from our phones. There are a wide variety of digital payment types, such as mobile POS systems, contactless payments, and digital wallets. All you need to use a digital wallet is a smartphone.