Fri.May 09, 2025

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HSBC launches tariff tool to aid SMBs

Bank Automation

As tariff-related pressures mount, HSBC is launching a trade financing and payments solution to help businesses conduct cross-border trade. Businesses across economic sectors including electronics, pharmaceuticals and apparel are choosing a wait-and-see approach, Ajit Menon, managing director and U.S. head of global trade solutions at HSBC, told Bank Automation News.

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To cloud or not to cloud? Get to know Axway’s full hybrid deployment options

Axway

In the last several years, I have found that more and more customers are interested in talking about the Axway Cloud (SaaS) delivery option that Axway started offering more than ten years ago.

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Over 25% of institutions will deploy agentic AI this year

Bank Automation

Agentic AI is becoming commonplace in financial services as tech providers emerge with end-to-end agentic frameworks. More than 25% of institutions are deploying agentic AI frameworks, with financial institutions warming up to the tech, according to data shared with Bank Automation News by Craig Le Clair, vice president and principal analyst at research firm Forrester. […] The post Over 25% of institutions will deploy agentic AI this year appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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Coinbase to acquire Deribit in a USD 2.9 billion deal

The Paypers

Publicly traded crypto exchange Coinbase has planned to acquire derivatives exchange Deribit in a USD 2.9 billion deal tofurther expand into crypto markets.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

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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Global Payments eyes cost cuts

Payments Dive

The payments processor sharpens its focus on how to squeeze $600 million in “cost synergies” from its $24 billion purchase of Worldpay.

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US banks cleared to handle crypto custody and trading

The Paypers

The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has clarified that banks under its supervision are allowed to engage in crypto-related activities on behalf of customers.

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US banks cleared to handle crypto custody and trading

The Paypers

The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has clarified that banks under its supervision are allowed to engage in crypto-related activities on behalf of customers.

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Banks must accelerate ISO 20022 prep

Payments Dive

“While larger banks have made considerable progress in preparing for this transition, smaller regional banks and credit unions are largely lagging,” writes one IT executive.

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Korea is set to introduce a QR code payment service in Indonesia

The Paypers

Korea has revealed its intention to introduce a QR code payment service in Indonesia, as stated by the Korea Financial Telecommunications & Clearings Institute ( KFTC ).

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SME finance gap: Why UK SMEs deserve better financial access

The Payments Association

SMEs drive the UK economy, but many still face barriers to essential financial services. Closing the gap requires more than lendingit needs infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the bedrock of the UK economy. Representing 99.9% of the business population, they account for over 60% of employment and generate over 2.1 trillion in annual turnover (BEIS, 2022).

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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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Stripe announces new AI and stablecoin-driven launches

The Paypers

Stripe launches new products on its platform, designed to support businesses to leverage AI and stablecoin to accelerate growth.

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Why payment transparency is critical to the future of correspondent banking

The Payments Association

As financial crime evolves, correspondent banks must prioritise wire transfer transparency to meet global regulations and safeguard the financial system. Correspondent banking is vital in facilitating global trade, enabling cross-border remittances, and connecting emerging markets to the international financial system. Yet the sector continues to face scrutiny over its vulnerability to financial crime.

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SQR secures ISO/IEC 27001 certification

The Paypers

SQR has secured ISO/IEC 27001 certification, supporting its commitment to data security in the UK and the Isle of Man.

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Preparing for the Shift to ISO 20022 – How FIs Can Get it Right

Finextra

As the financial industry faces the upcoming deadline for ISO 20022 adoption, institutions worldwide.

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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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Stripe partners with Verifone

The Paypers

Stripe partners with Verifone to offer unified commerce, as Stripe’s services will run on Verifone hardware, offering customers flexibility and more choice at checkout.

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Loan Management Software :Must-have AI Features in 2025

Finezza

RBI’s Financial Stability Report indicates that banks gross NPA ratio fell to 2.6% as of September 2024. In ten years, this has been the lowest. Although steady collections and consistent credit growth helped the GNPA ratio drop to 4.0% for NBFCS, the need to preserve asset quality still looms. RBI is keeping an eye on […] The post Loan Management Software :Must-have AI Features in 2025 appeared first on Finezza Blog.

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Affirm partners with Costco to offer online shoppers BNPL solutions

The Paypers

Affirm has announced its partnership with Costco in order to provide online shoppers with the possibility to pay over time for transactions in a secure and efficient way.

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Time for a Mindset Shift in High-Value Payments Processing

Finextra

The systemic importance of high-value payments to banks operations and offering and, by extension.

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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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Nuvei enables near-instant payouts via Mastercard in Canada

The Paypers

Canada-based Nuvei has launched a new capability allowing to send near real-time payouts to consumers’ Debit Mastercard and Reloadable Mastercard Prepaid cards.

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How to Avoid Credit Card Fees in B2B Payments

Paystand

Learn how to avoid credit card fees in B2B payments. Discover common fees, strategies to reduce costs, and alternatives like EFT payments with Paystand.

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Mollie expands into Portugal for the growing ecommerce market

The Paypers

Mollie , a European financial provider, has launched in Portugal, expanding its payment solutions for the growing ecommerce market in the region.

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Entering the OTD era: Why originate-to-distribute models are key to portfolio diversification

Finextra

Explore the rise of the originate-to-distribute (OTD) model.

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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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Ramp partners with Stripe to accelerate global commerce

The Paypers

Ramp has announced its partnership with Stripe in order to accelerate worldwide commerce through the use of stablecoin-backed cards.

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The future of AI in fintech marketing

The Payments Association

AI is reshaping fintech marketingenabling personalisation, predictive targeting, and compliancewhile raising new ethical and strategic questions. Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly evolved from concept to catalyst, reshaping how fintech companies operate, engage, and grow. Nowhere is this transformation more visible than in marketing, where AI is driving a shift toward hyper-personalised, data-driven, and agile campaigns.

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Northern Tool + Equipment partners with TreviPay

The Paypers

Northern Tool + Equipment has announced its partnership with TreviPay in order to power the Pay by Invoice Net Terms Program for US-based businesses.

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Adapting talent strategies to meet quality demands and not volume

The Payments Association

As the payments job market shifts from growth to efficiency, firms must rethink hiring strategies to compete in a saturated, high-stakes landscape. Payment candidates consistently tell us that its the most challenging market to find a job since the onset of COVID-19. With fierce competition for roles, the landscape feels unrelenting for many job seekers.

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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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Mercantil Banco partners with Galileo

The Paypers

Mercantil Banco has announced its partnership with Galileo Financial Technologies in order to utilise its Cyberbank Digital platform.

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New Hampshire becomes first US state to establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Finextra

This week, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed House Bill 302 into law, paving the way for NH'S Treasury to allocate up to 5% of public funds to these assets. The legislation is based on a plan by pro-Bitcoin non profit Satoshi Action Fund.

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GFT scales AI compliance to safeguard Canadian credit unions

The Paypers

GFT Technologies has revealed its initiative to increase the defences of Canadian credit unions through the expanded GFT Compliance Suite.

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allpay to help social housing providers tackle rising rent arrears

Finextra

New findings from the National Housing Federation (NHF) reveal that rent arrears among tenants on Universal Credit remain significantly higher than those paying by other means - a challenge allpay Limited is helping social housing providers tackle head-on.

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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