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FCA Must Prioritise Faster, More Secure Payments, Say High-Risk Finance Businesses as PSR Is Wound Down

Fintech Finance

As the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) prepares to take over full responsibility for regulating UK payments, new research from Equals Money reveals that combating fraud and tackling widespread delays are top priorities for higher-risk players in the industry. A Censuswide survey of 500 senior leaders in the UK’s money service sectors with elevated risk profiles – including wealth management firms, crypto and gaming firms – found that nearly half (48 per cent) say fraud is the

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Vietcombank Adopts Salesforce Platform to Modernise Banking Services

Fintech News

Vietcombank has begun implementing a suite of Salesforce solutions to support its digital transformation, aiming to streamline operations and improve customer engagement across its retail and corporate banking services. The Vietnamese lender is deploying Salesforces Financial Services Cloud, CRM Analytics, Marketing Cloud, and MuleSoft as part of its efforts to consolidate banking functions onto a single platform.

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IDEMIA secure transactions and Česká spořitelna unveil limited-edition light-up card for gamers

The Payments Association

esk spoitelna, the Czech Republics largest and oldest-standing bank, haspartnered withWarhorse Studios, a world-leading Czech gaming studio, on one of the most highly anticipated games of 2025: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. The card technology is based on ISTs IDEMIA Starlight card technology, which lights up a distinctive pattern when placed near an NFC-enabled deviceno battery is required.

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Trade Wars, Inflation, Economic Uncertainty Push UK Consumers to ‘Weaponise’ Chargebacks

Fintech Finance

Chargebacks911 , a global leader in dispute resolution and chargeback prevention, is warning UK merchants that inflationary pressures, trade disruption, and weakening consumer confidence are creating the perfect conditions for a sharp rise in chargeback abuse. As household budgets shrink and financial anxiety grows, more consumers are turning to chargebacks—both intentionally and unintentionally—as a way to reclaim funds from legitimate purchases.

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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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Bitstamp expands lending programme with 7 new tokens

The Paypers

Bitstamp has expanded its crypto lending service by introducing seven new digital assets into its Earn Lending programme.

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Juspay Expands to Brazil and Establishes its First Hub in Latin America

Fintech Finance

Juspay , a global leader in next-generation payment solutions for enterprises and banks, has announced the opening of a new office in Brazil. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s international expansion, since it is the first official effort to acquire a solid customer base in the country as well as in Latin America. Headquartered in ‘India’s Silicon Valley’ of Bangalore, Juspay provides services like 1-click checkout experiences, full-stack orchestration,

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Top 10 Influencers to Follow In Cybersecurity 2025

VISTA InfoSec

If you’re in the cybersecurity world whether you’re a CISO, ethical hacker, compliance pro, or just love staying ahead of cyber threats following the right voices can make all the difference. From founders and educators to threat hunters and security journalists, the people on this list are shaping the way we think about risk, privacy, innovation, and whats coming next.

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From Free to Premium: Why Freemium Works in Digital Payments

Finextra

As digital transactions become faster, smarter, and more seamless, one question takes center stage:

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eToro launches recurring investment feature to optimise its offering

The Paypers

Trading and investment platform eToro has announced its long-term investing features for users in the UK, Europe, and the UAE.

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IDEMIA Secure Transactions and Česká spořitelna unveil limited-edition light-up card for gamers

The Payments Association

esk spoitelna, the Czech Republics largest and oldest-standing bank, haspartnered withWarhorse Studios, a world-leading Czech gaming studio, on one of the most highly anticipated games of 2025: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. The card technology is based on ISTs IDEMIA Starlight card technology, which lights up a distinctive pattern when placed near an NFC-enabled deviceno battery is required.

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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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Planet Powers Faster Payments at Coventry Building Society Arena

Fintech Finance

Planet , a global leader in integrated software and payment solutions, has transformed payments at Coventry Building Society Arena, enhancing the experience for over 1.2 million annual visitors. The Arena, home to Coventry City Football Club, now runs on over 200 Planet supplied payment devices, including 194 POS-integrated terminals in public kiosks and 30 mobile devices in lounges, restaurants, and executive boxes.

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Leading rewards and incentives platform Tillo announces new investment partners

The Payments Association

A fter conducting a competitive process and in a significant milestone for the business, Tillo, the leading rewards and incentives platform and global gift card network, announces its investment partnership with Tenzing, a growth investor specialising in tech and tech-enabled businesses in the UK and Europe. Over the past nine years, Tillo has seen exceptional growth, with gift card face value sales through its Network increasing by 50% year-on-year in 2024 alone.

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AI and the next frontier in account takeover (ATO) detection

ACI Worldwide Blog

On this page Are your traditional ATO tactics putting you at risk? Get expert insights into how the latest technology is helping businesses prevent reputational damage, operational disruptions, and revenue loss. The post AI and the next frontier in account takeover (ATO) detection appeared first on ACI Worldwide.

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SEON powers fraud prevention for Tecovas across the brand’s rapidly-growing retail and e-commerce operations

The Payments Association

SEON, a leader in digital fraud prevention and compliance, has announced that Tecovas, the worlds fastest-growing Western brand, has adopted SEONs technology to strengthen security and streamline fraud detection across its retail and e-commerce operations. Recognising the increasing importance of protecting both online and in-store transactions, Tecovas took a proactive approach to preventing fraudulent charges, particularly chargebacks.

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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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How Agentic AI is Redefining Banking and Financial Services

Finextra

The banking and financial industry is entering a pivotal era. Over the past decade, banks and fintec.

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PXP simplifies in-store payments with new POS solution

The Payments Association

PXP , the omnichannel global payment platform and innovative industry disruptor, today announces the launch of its new standalone PXP POS payment solution. Designed as an out-of-the-box solution for businesses of all sizes, this all-in-one payment acceptance system accepts every preferred payment methodfrom physical cards to wearables and digital walletswhile providing security without compromise.

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4 Important Components of Technical Verification in Housing Loans

Finezza

According to the Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) latest data on Sectoral Deployment of Bank Credit, credit outstanding toward the housing sector increased to around 10 lakh crore between 2022 and 2024. Further, the segment of housing loans is expected to account for about 13% of Indias GDP by the end of 2025 against 12.3% […] The post 4 Important Components of Technical Verification in Housing Loans appeared first on Finezza Blog.

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AutoRek and AccessPay join forces to deliver a streamlined end-to-end data retrieval and reconciliation solution

The Payments Association

AutoRek, the global leader of data management and automated reconciliation, has partnered with AccessPay , a leading provider of global bank integration solutions, for seamless, API-enabled system connectivity. Through the partnership, the firms have streamlined the end-to-end retrieval, reconciliation and reporting of banking data, eliminating manual inefficiencies and associated risks.

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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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Qonto rolls out payment acceptance suite in Europe

The Paypers

Business finance solutions provider Qonto has integrated a complete payment acceptance solution into its app, allowing European companies to optimise how they get paid.

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Visa, Mastercard $5.5B settlement advances

Payments Dive

Plaintiffs in the card network litigation say problematic third-party communications regarding claims has declined since a February filing deadline passed.

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Binance Disputes Role in FTX Collapse, Moves to Dismiss US$1.76B Lawsuit

Fintech News

Binance has filed a motion in U.S. Bankruptcy Court to dismiss a US$1.76 billion lawsuit brought by the FTX estate, arguing the claims are legally baseless and an attempt to shift blame for FTXs collapse. In the filing submitted on 16 May 2025, three Binance entitiesBinance Holdings Limited, Binance Holdings (IE) Limited, and Binance (Services) Holdings Limitedargue that the court lacks jurisdiction over them and that they were not involved in the transactions at the center of the lawsuit.

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Modernizing the Payments Back Office: Why “Buy” Deserves a Second Look

Payments Next

By Kate Knudsen, Senior Program Director atBHMI As financial services companies like banks, merchants, and payment service providers continue navigating the ever-evolving The post Modernizing the Payments Back Office: Why Buy Deserves a Second Look first appeared on Payments NEXT.

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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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Circle Weighs IPO Against Potential Sale to Coinbase or Ripple, Sources Say

Fintech News

Circle Internet Financial , the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is exploring a potential sale to Coinbase or Ripple, sources told Fortune a move that could shift the company away from its planned public listing. Although Circle filed for an IPO in April, four banking and private equity executives familiar with the matter said the company has since engaged in informal acquisition talks.

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Coffee with the Council Podcast: Introducing the New India-South Asia Regional Engagement Board

PCI Security Standards

This episode of Coffee with the Council is brought to you by our podcast sponsor, Feroot. Welcome to our podcast series, Coffee with the Council. I'm Alicia Malone, Director of Communications and Public Relations for the PCI Security Standards Council. In today's episode, I'm excited to announce that the Council is launching a new Regional Engagement Board for India and South Asia.

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Spanish mobile networks go dark

Finextra

Spain has been struck by a widespread outage across all mobile networks just four weeks after suffering from a natiownide electricity blackout, highlighting the perils of relying solely on online payment systems and apps.

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Fly Fairly Acquires Travel Discovery Platform LFG

Fintech News

Fly Fairly has acquired LFG, a mobile-first travel discovery platform designed to help users explore and plan trips based on their interests. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. LFG was founded by Darryl Han, Foo Shi Hong, and Yu Ko, alumni of the NUS Overseas Colleges programme. As part of the acquisition, LFGs technology and team will be integrated into Fly Fairlys operations.

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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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How European Policies are Shaping the Future of Fintech Investments 

Fintech Weekly

European policies are transforming the fintech landscape, fostering innovation, sustainability, and cross-border collaboration. Discover how initiatives like MiCA and PSD2 are shaping the future of fintech investments.

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The new UK stablecoin framework: What payments leaders need to know

The Payments Association

The new UK stablecoin framework: What payments leaders need to know 20 May 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? The UKs new regulatory framework for stablecoins and its implications for payment firms. Why is it important? It sets the legal foundation for stablecoins in financial services, shaping how firms can operate and innovate.

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What are one-time-use privacy cards? Explaining the benefits

Basis Theory

Privacy cards and one-time-use cards have specific use cases in the world of online shopping. Learn more about this payment method!

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Committee scrutiny: Navigating the UK’s cash transition

The Payments Association

Committee Scrutiny: Navigating the UK's Cash Transition 19 May 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about? The rising regulatory scrutiny around cash acceptance in the UK and the need for inclusive payment systems. Why is it important? Declining cash use potentially risks excluding vulnerable groups and may lead to legal and regulatory consequences.

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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