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NAPAS Taps IDEMIA’s Tech to Support Growing Demand for Digital Payments in Vietnam

Fintech News

IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) has partnered with the National Payment Corporation of Vietnam ( NAPAS ) to help expand the country’s digital payments infrastructure. Through the partnership, NAPAS will integrate ISTs tokenisation technology into its domestic payment network, which connects over 40 banks. The move supports Vietnams growing demand for digital and contactless payments, particularly among younger, tech-savvy users.

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Klarna partners with Fiserv’s Clover

Payments Dive

A recently signed deal will bring Klarna’s installment loans to Clover checkout at merchants across the U.S.

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PayPal Partners With TerraPay to Enable Real-Time Fund Transfers Across MENA

The Fintech Times

PayPal , the global digital payments and commerce giant, has joined forces with TerraPay , the global money movement company, to enable real-time fund transfers for PayPal customers across the Middle East and Africa. Through a new strategic partnership with TerraPay, PayPal aimsto drive economic growth in the Middle East and Africa by making cross-border transactions faster and more accessible by connecting banks, mobile wallets, and financial institutions.

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Rippling wants Revolut to reveal who paid off Deel’s alleged ‘spy’

TechCrunch Fintech

Another highly valued startup has just been added to the mix in the ongoing legal drama between Rippling and Deel: U.K. fintech giant Revolut. In his blockbuster affidavit that reads like its straight out of a movie, Irish Rippling employee Keith OBrien claimed that Deel paid him about $6,000 a month to spy on Rippling.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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eToro Opens Doors to Hong Kong Stock Exchange-Listed Stocks and ETFs for UAE Investors

The Fintech Times

Trading and investing platform eToro is beginning a phased rollout of all Hong Kong Stock Exchange -listed stocks and exchange-traded products (ETPs) to its platform for all investors in the UAE. In response to growing demand from retail investors for greater access to Asian markets, eToro is rolling out access to Hong Kong Stock Exchange-listed stocks , exchange-traded funds ( ETFs ), and leveraged and inverse products to its UAE investors.

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Shazam sheds merchant services to focus on debit

Payments Dive

The network company divested its merchant services portfolio this month to concentrate on its core business.

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Alipay Launches MCP Server to Enable Payment Services for AI Agents

Fintech Finance

Alipay unveiled its Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for payment services this week, enabling merchants and AI developers to use natural language to access Alipay payment services through their preferred MCP clients or AI agents. The MCP introduces a method for applications to provide relevant information to large language models (LLMs), ensuring these models function effectively within a defined scope.

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Bulk Transactions Unleashed: Shaping the Future of Payments

Finextra

The landscape of business payments is changing rapidly. Open banking-powered bulk payments are resha.

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MultiSafepay Supporting 20,000 SMEs to Scale Through Payment Integration and Digitisation With Antom Technology Engine

Fintech Finance

MultiSafepay (MSP), an Amsterdam-based payment service provider, which became part of Ant International’s Antom , reported strong growth since its strategic integration with Antom, supporting thousands more SMEs in Europe to scale through innovative solutions. Since announcing its acquisition in July 2024, MSP has expanded its merchant base across Europe to 20,000+, an 11% increase.

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Google used AI to banish half a billion scam ads in 2024

Finextra

Google has been using AI to crack down on advertising fraud, meeting a key demand from banks and politicians to bear down on scam accounts.

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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For medical debt, ‘care now, pay later’ models abound

Payments Dive

As healthcare expenses grow, fintech startups look to boost the affordability — and profitability — of medical payments.

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US Judge throws out CFPB's cap on credit card late fees

Finextra

A US judge has killed of a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule capping credit card late fees at $8.

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J.P. Morgan adds GBP to blockchain payments

The Paypers

J.P. Morgan ’s blockchain platform, Kinexys , has introduced support for GBP-denominated payments for its corporate clients.

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Ex-Revolut staffers team with Mastercard to take stablecoins mainstream

Finextra

Blockchain bank account startup Bleap has joined with Mastercard to launch a non-custodial debit card, making it possible for people to connect stablecoin payments with traditional financial payment rails.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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IST partners with NAPAS to optimise digital payments in Vietnam

The Paypers

IDEMIA Secure Transaction (IST) has partnered with the National Payment Corporation of Vietnam ( NAPAS ) to expand the nation’s digital payment landscape.

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Wise launches 'Spend with Others' feature

Finextra

Money transfer platform Wise has launched a 'Spend with Others' feature that lets users share spending with a group.

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Meet 5 Companies Demoing at FinovateSpring That Promote Financial Literacy

Finovate

April is Financial Literacy Month. While we are all getting an education in trade policy these days, making sure we’re up to speed when it comes to financial wellness is just as important. With that in mindand with FinovateSpring less than one month away (May 7 – 9)we wanted to highlight those demoing companies that have financial literacy and inclusion at the heart of their mission.

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Latin American open finance platform Belvo raises $15m

Finextra

Mexico City-based open finance API platform Belvo has raised $15 million in a round led by Quona Capital and joined by Citi Ventures.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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How we tested the conversion impact of global payment methods

Stripe

Last week, we shared new data that helps businesses understand the conversion and revenue benefits of offering different payment methods. Now we want to share how we ran the experiment. As we explain in the rest of this post, we had to test millions of combinations of payment methods while ensuring that we maintained a consistent shopping experience for customers.

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OKX goes on the offensive in the US with new exchange, Web3 wallet and CEO

Finextra

OKX, a leading global crypto exchange, is accelerating its United States expansion with the launch of its centralized exchange and powerful Web3 wallet, along with a key leadership appointment.

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Markets4you Wins 2025 Innovation Award, Cuts Indices Trading Costs

Fintech Review

Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, April 17th, 2025, FinanceWire Global Business Magazine has recognized Markets4you as the Most Innovative Forex Trading Solutions Provider 2025. This award highlights Markets4yous continued commitment to delivering advanced yet user-friendly trading solutions to clients worldwide. Known for its forward-thinking approach, Markets4you has consistently introduced features that simplify trading for all types of clients from seasoned professionals to first-

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Allica Bank nearly doubles profits

Finextra

British SME challenger bank Allica has nearly doubled profits and hit 3 billion of lending in a record-breaking year in which it was crowned as the fastest growing startup in Europe.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Recurly Unveils Next-Gen Product Suite to Shape the Future of Subscriptions

Fintech Finance

Recurly , a leader in subscription management, today unveiled its most transformative and innovative product release to date. Announced live at its flagship virtual conference, Subscription Sessions, Recurly introduced its powerful new AI-powered growth engine, Recurly Compass; a Shopify integration that provides enterprise-grade support for ecommerce subscriptions; and new plug-and-play payments functionality designed to streamline global scale and conversion.

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The Challenges of Name Redaction in Adverse Media Screening: Balancing Privacy and Public Interest

Finextra

In todays globalized compliance landscape, adverse media screening plays a critical role in identi

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We’ve entered an era of Fintech Maximalism according to Mark Goldberg

TechCrunch Fintech

We are in a period of what I’ll call fintech maximalism, says Chemistry founder and GP Mark Goldberg.

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How Stablecoins Are Transforming Remittances for Migrant Workers

Finextra

For those who leave their homelands to earn a living elsewhere, cross-border transactions are a nece.

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7 Essential Criteria for Choosing the Right Payments Partner

Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

In this webinar, Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms, will dive into the 7 must-have criteria for evaluating payments partners, helping you maximize both efficiency and the long-term value of your investment. From assessing technology capabilities to leveraging business development opportunities, this session will give you a clear, actionable strategy to select the right partner for scaling your business.

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Stripe rolls out Weixin Pay support across Stripe Terminal

The Paypers

Stripe has expanded its collaboration with Tencent by introducing Weixin Pay to Stripe Terminal, enabling in-person transactions in 20 countries.

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Big banks join $63m funding round for Luma

Finextra

Luma Financial Technologies, a platform for structured products and annuities, has raised $63 million in Series C financing led by Sixth Street Growth and joined by a host of existing Wall Street backers.

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Klarna partners with Clover

The Paypers

Klarna has partnered with Clover , a POS system, to auto-enable its payment options into shops and service businesses across the US.

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Emirates NBD becomes first bank in UAE to go live witth Visa+

Finextra

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, and Trkiye (MENAT) region, has partnered with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to become the first bank in the UAE to launch Visa+ (Visa Direct Alias Directory) for its customers.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt