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How to Use the Terraform Destroy Command to Control Cyber Attack Damage

VISTA InfoSec

In many cases, cutting something off is necessary to avoid bigger damage. This is the idea behind controlled infrastructure removal, the elimination of some parts of your cloud infrastructure to contain an attack or remove a potential attack surface. It is an important part of infrastructure-as-code (IaC) management and something organizations need to be familiar with as they secure their cloud environments and the apps they develop.

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The Best Banks in Asia 2024, Ranked by Forbes

Fintech News

Confronted by shifting factors such as tech advancements, generative AI, high interest rates, increased institutional oversight, and evolving customer expectations — the best banks must adapt their business and operating models in 2024, including in Asia. Following last year’s major bank collapses — like First Republic Bank and Silicon Valley Bank in the US , and Credit Suisse in Switzerland — consumer confidence in banks has waned.

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South Carolina embraces new EWA law

Payments Dive

This week, South Carolina became the fifth state to enact a law regulating earned wage access providers, but it doesn’t subject them to lending laws.

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Konsentus launches Q1 2024 TPP tracker

Open Banking Excellence

Konsentus has launched its Q1 2024 TPP tracker, which highlights the growing cross-border activity and payment focus across European third parties. Following this announcement, the Konsentus Q1 2024 TPP tracker has revealed an overall growth in the European third parties that are regulated to provide Open Banking services around their domestic market, as well as an overall increase in TPPs authorised to initiate payments and transactions on an account holder’s behalf.

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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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Inside TD Bank’s gen AI pilots

Bank Automation

TD Bank is exploring the use of generative AI within its institution through pilot programs. “Understanding how generative AI can be used to augment the work of our colleagues has always been our focus,” Imran Khan, head of TD Invent, the bank’s innovation arm, told Bank Automation News.

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How Wealthtech is Changing the Game in Singapore’s Financial Planning Landscape

Fintech News

Singapore is renowned for its thriving economy and high standard of living, but how financially resilient are its citizens? The Sun Life Asia Financial Resilience Index, a survey conducted across eight key Asian markets including Singapore in late 2023, sheds light on this question and reveals some intriguing insights into the financial planning landscape in Singapore.

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ISO 20022: Powering Instant Payments in the UAE

Finextra

FinextraTV and Al Etihad Payments’s CEO Jan Pilbauer, dive into the evolving landscape of ISO 20022 and the challenges of being a brand-new national payments entity and subsidiary of the central bank. AI Etihad Payments discuss how they, in collaboration with Unifits, are automating testing and in turn, innovating payments processes for individuals and businesses in the Emirates.

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Comera Pay Secures Approval to Boost UAE’s Cashless Economy

The Fintech Times

UAE-based Comera Pay, the fintech arm of Comera Financial Holding, has received preliminary approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to operate under two key financial licences. The Stored Value Facilitator (SVF) and Retail Payment System Clearing Service (RPSCS) licences enable the company to facilitate stored value transactions and provide retail payment system clearing services.

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Let’s avoid legal patchwork for credit card surcharging

Payments Dive

“All parties in the payments ecosystem would benefit greatly from state laws that provide clarity and consistency between jurisdictions,” write two legal professionals.

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Does Open Banking Need a New and More Effective Approach?

The Fintech Times

Since its launch in the UK, open banking has enjoyed a level of success but still lags behind the level of adoption many expected it to reach by this point in time. Advancements in the use of open banking technology appear to have plateaued in the UK and, now, a new approach is required, says James Robson , CEO of business finance platform FundOnion.

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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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BBVA inks OpenAI deal to bring ChatGPT to employees

Finextra

Spanish banking group BBVA is stepping up its use of artificial intelligence, signing a deal with OpenAI to start rolling out ChatGPT to thousands of employees.

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eToro and Arabesque AI launch Sharia-compliant AI-based portfolio

The Paypers

Trading and investment platform eToro has partnered with Arabesque AI to launch a new Sharia-compliant portfolio for users in the Middle East.

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Nvidia Q1 data center revenue up 427%

Bank Automation

Nvidia’s data center revenue skyrocketed during its fiscal first quarter 2025 as companies look to the chip-making giant for AI infrastructure. Data center revenue reached $22.6 billion, up 427% year over year, according to the company’s earnings report for the quarter ended April 28.

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Best Practices for a Seamless Billing System Migration

Chargebee

Selecting a new billing system can feel like running ten miles in a marathon only to find 32 more miles to go. You’ll reach the finish line only when you nail the implementation, migration, and onboarding. An unplanned migration process can lead to data duplication, inaccurate revenue reporting, and business downtime – all affecting the incredible subscriber experience you want to deliver to your customers.

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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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Klarna labels CFPB BNPL rule 'baffling'

Finextra

The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's new rule on buy now, pay later lenders has received a mixed reception from industry players, with Affirm welcoming the outcome but rival Klarna calling it "baffling".

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Ally Financial eyes AI-based inventory recommendations

Bank Automation

Ally Financial is continuing to invest in technology and generative AI to offer improved car sale recommendations and inventory options for dealers.

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Burgan Bank signs for TCS core overhaul

Finextra

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has signed a deal to modernize the core banking technology of Burgan Bank, a leading commercial bank in Kuwait.

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Google Pay launches three new payment features

The Paypers

Google Pay has announced the launch of three new features that aim to provide customers with an optimised and secure checkout experience.

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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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Effective decision making: Leveraging AI for growth and efficiency

Finextra

Join FinextraTV at the Temenos Community Forum 2024 in Dublin as Prema Varadhan, President Product & COO of Temenos, delves into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in banking. We explore specific use cases across banking operations, highlighting how generative AI, combined with explainable AI, enhances customer interactions, streamlines back-office processes, and improves risk and compliance screenings.

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Cuckoo Leverages GoCardless Direct Debit Capabilities to Enhance Customer Payment Experience

The Fintech Times

Broadband provider Cuckoo has signed a new three-year deal with bank payment company GoCardless , enabling it to use the fintech’s Direct Debit capabilities to collect monthly bills from customers. By partnering with GoCardless, Cuckoo will leverage Automated Direct Debit payments to offer customers greater peace of mind that their bills will be paid on time, without any extra effort.

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LGT to implement Finastra's payment hub

Finextra

Finastra, a global provider of financial software applications and marketplaces, today announced it has been selected by LGT to roll out instant payment services in Austria and Liechtenstein, with other markets to follow.

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Treasury expert insights: Payment hub implementation

Nomentia

As the financial landscape evolves ever more rapidly, many finance professionals are looking to implement a payment hub to streamline cash management processes and payment operations. To delve deeper into this topic, I had the privilege of interviewing Pia Charron , a lead consultant at Nomentia with over two decades of experience in treasury and cash management systems.

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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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Startup lender SilverRock achieves banking authorisation

Finextra

New challenger SilverRock Bank has been granted banking authorisation with restrictions by the Prudential Regulation Authority following the completion of a £50m funding round.

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PayRetailers Acquires Payment Company Transfeera in a Strategic Move to Expand Its Business in Brazil

Fintech Finance

PayRetailers , one of the leading fintechs in payments in Latin America, announces the acquisition of Transfeera , a regulated payment institution in Brazil. The transaction which is still subject to approval by the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) and the Central Brank of Brazil is part of PayRetailers’ strategic plan to grow in Brazil – in April, the company received a license from the Central Bank of Brazil to operate as a payment institution (IP).

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PPRO offers overseas merchants access to Afertpay BNPL in the US

Finextra

PPRO, the leading local payments platform, has today announced its partnership with Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) provider Afterpay.

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Young People Are More Likely to Opt Out of Pension Schemes Barnett Waddingham Finds in New Report

The Fintech Times

Independent consultancy, Barnett Waddingham has revealed that only 37 per cent of workers with a defined contribution (DC) pension have checked their pension online at least once. The news arrives as the consultancy looks to uncover the attitudes and behaviours of the UK’s retirement savers. The research shines a light on the nation’s pension apathy, and its impact on confidence about retirement.

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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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Zopa enters renewable energy market

Finextra

Zopa Bank has entered the UK’s £23 billion renewable energy market, making its suite of buy now, pay later and retail finance products available to Octopus Energy customers across the country.

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Reltime Enables Merchants to Accept Payments in Digital Currencies and CBDCs Globally

Fintech Finance

Reltime , a leading innovator in blockchain and Web3 technology, is thrilled to announce the launch of its state-of-the-art Global Payment Gateway (GW), designed to empower merchants and shops worldwide to accept payments from all popular digital currencies. This GW supports seamless, cost-effective transactions for both online and in-store purchases, leveraging Reltime’s award-winning Layer1 Blockchain and brings many benefits to merchants.

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Barclays invests in former Rise Academy alumni Velotix

Finextra

AI-based data security platform Velotix has secured funding from Barclays Bank and Capri Ventures.

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This Week in Fintech: TFT Bi-Weekly News Roundup 23/05

The Fintech Times

Welcome to The Fintech Times Bi-Weekly News Roundup on Thursday 23 May 2024, bringing you the latest updates from across the world. Partnerships Privat 3 Money (P3 ) is enhancing its established partnership with ClearBank, a cloud-based clearing bank. In collaboration with ClearBank, Privat 3 Money introduces a multi-currency account, supporting transactions in EUR, USD, CHD, and CAD, all under a single IBAN.

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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