February, 2023

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Payments firms gear up for new ISO standard

Payments Dive

The Clearing House and other payments players, including Swift, are readying for the March rollout of a international payments standard.

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9 Effective Growth Hacking Strategies to Skyrocket Your Startup

Agile Payments

9 Effective Growth Hacking Strategies to Skyrocket Your Startup Photo by Campaign Creators on Unsplash Although the term growth has been thrown around a lot, especially in the start-up community, many entrepreneurs still need to be made aware of what growth hacking is and how it works. By using growth hacks, organizations can get started to achieve success.

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January Job Stats: Mass Layoffs… and a Hiring Boom?

The Finance Weekly

Mass layoffs, especially in the tech industry, are all over the news. Inflation is still hovering around 40 year highs despite huge interest rate hikes. And according to most surveys and reports, companies have high levels of , recession fears. Based on the news, the economy should be in a serious downturn, but the opposite seems to be true. Employers keep hiring at a record pace and the U.S. , added 1.1 million jobs over the past 3 months alone!

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Meet The 2023 FICO Decisions Awards Winners!

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Home Blog FICO Meet The 2023 FICO Decisions Awards Winners! 15 companies recognized for successful innovation in AI, machine learning and decision management Saxon Shirley Mon, 02/27/2023 - 08:09 by Nikhil Behl expand_less Back To Top Mon, 02/27/2023 - 08:00 2023 FICO Decisions Award Winners - Decisions That Matter It's with great enthusiasm that I reveal the victors of the 2023 FICO® Decisions Awards !

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6 Innovative Strategies for Mastering Merchant Services Sales

Ready to boost your game and stand out in the competitive world of merchant services sales? Discover 6 innovative strategies that will help you rise above the crowd, from leveraging tech trends and perfecting referral programs to harnessing the power of testimonials and pop-up events. Learn how educating clients can turn you into a trusted advisor and uncover the secrets of building community ties that cement your reputation as a market leader.

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What Are Real-Time Payments? Everything You Need to Know

Payment Savvy

Real-time payments have revolutionized how we make financial transactions, providing unparalleled speed, convenience, and security. With real-time payments, money can be transferred almost instantly from one person to another, anywhere in the world. This makes it possible for people and businesses to send and receive money at a moment’s notice, without having to wait for traditional payment methods such as bank transfers or cheques to clear.

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Analyzing Sequoia Capital’s investment strategy: How the VC is keeping its faith in fintech

CB Insights

Sequoia Capital is one of the world’s oldest and most accomplished venture capital firms, with its long list of early tech investments-turned-home runs including Airbnb, Apple, Instagram, Square, and WhatsApp. While 2022 was a down year for venture capital at large, Sequoia remained active with over 100 investments. Fintech was Sequoia Capital’s top investment category in 2022, representing nearly a quarter of the firm’s deals. dive deeper into Sequoia’s top 3 fintech Targets Download thi

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HUMBL launches mobile wallet

The Paypers

US-based payments processing fintech HUMBL has launched its mobile wallet feature to provide customers with multiple services and solutions.

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The Future of Payments: Trends and Technologies to Watch in 2023

Agile Payments

The Future of Payments: Trends and Technologies to Watch in 2023

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FICO Named America's Best Mid-Sized Employer by Forbes Magazine

FICO

Home Blog FICO FICO Named America's Best Mid-Sized Employer by Forbes Magazine FICO recognized by Forbes for the third consecutive year Saxon Shirley Thu, 05/12/2022 - 07:46 by Richard Deal expand_less Back To Top Thu, 02/16/2023 - 20:00 FICO was recently named one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers by Forbes Magazine for the third consecutive year — ranking in the top quintile overall and #7 in the IT, Internet, Software & Services Industry segment.

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Green APIs, airline tech disruptions, and banks opening up – February 2023 Digital News Desk

Axway

This month: an API Green Score could promote more sustainable digital transformation and airlines are tackling the tech troubles that caused massive flight cancellations over the Holidays. Plus, banks are opening up with APIs and shifting priorities; Mr.

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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State of Insurtech 2022 Report

CB Insights

Insurtech investment activity in 2022 pulled back sharply after a record-breaking year in 2021. Annual funding fell 53% from $17.8B to $8.4B, while deals fell 17% from 697 to 579. While a steep fall compared to the previous year, the annual totals for 2022 were not far off those for 2020. However, investment activity has continued to slow. Q4’22 funding only reached $1B​ — the lowest quarterly total since Q2’18 — and deals were down 28% QoQ at just 106.

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FIS plans to spin off merchant unit

Payments Dive

The payments processor plans to spin off its merchant business, which will reclaim its Worldpay name, and appointed its former CEO, Charles Drucker, to lead the unit.

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Accenture acquires cybersecurity company Morphus

The Paypers

Accenture has announced the acquisition of Brazil-based cybersecurity company Morphus looking to expand its practice capabilities in Brazil and Latin America.

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What Does Return Mobile ACH Payment Mean?

Payment Savvy

If you are using the Automated Clearing House (ACH) method to process customers’ transactions, you are likely to see three-digit codes if a problem arises. Whenever there is an issue with a direct debit or credit card transaction, one of the parties involved in the payment processing will send a code. This code is your key to fixing or at least identifying what has blocked the transaction.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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US Card Skimming Grew Nearly 5x in 2022, New FICO Data Shows

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Home Blog FICO US Card Skimming Grew Nearly 5x in 2022, New FICO Data Shows Debit card skimming grew at the unprecedented rate of 368% from 2021 to 2022, but there are steps banks and consumers can take to combat compromised cards Darcy Sullivan Thu, 02/16/2023 - 15:43 by Debbie Cobb Senior Director, Product Management expand_less Back To Top Thu, 02/16/2023 - 15:35 In August of 2022, I explored the radical increase in card skimming for the first half of 2022.

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Data availability and quality: the keys to financial transformation

Axway

There are many motivations for a Finance transformation project, but regardless of the reason, they all require improving data processing. What will it take to help the finance department meet its current challenges?

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State of Blockchain 2022 Report

CB Insights

Global venture funding to blockchain and crypto companies reached a new record of $26.8B in 2022, largely propped up by a strong first half. But as the year progressed, the crypto winter coupled with macroeconomic pressures caused 3 straight quarters of declines in funding and deals. Below, take a look at a few highlights from our 162-page, data-driven State of Blockchain 2022 Report.

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Toast acquires drive-thru tech company

Payments Dive

Adding Delphi Display Systems’ technology helps Toast more broadly serve its quick-service restaurant customers, the company’s executives said.

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Maximizing Success as an Independent Sales Agent: The Value of a Payment Partner

Maximize success as an independent sales agent with a supportive payment processor partner. This article reveals the challenges agents face with uncooperative processors, like slow responses and lack of support, leading to missed opportunities. Discover how a supportive partnership can transform your success, offering extensive training, marketing materials, and ongoing support.

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Froda, Lunar, Visa partner for SME lending solution

The Paypers

Fintech Froda , digital challenger bank Lunar and Visa have partnered to deliver an SME lending solution to help businesses access financing for their growth initiatives.

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The Three Stages of Building a Strong Finance Function for Your Startup

The Finance Weekly

In 2021, there were roughly 5.4 million new businesses established in the US and over 800,000 in the UK. However, based on historical trends, it's expected that by the end of 2022, nearly 1.2 million (or almost 20%) of these businesses will have ceased operations and by the end of 2025, over half of the new businesses created in 2021 will likely have disappeared.

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UK Card Spend Reaches Highest Level Since at Least 2006

FICO

Home Blog FICO UK Card Spend Reaches Highest Level Since at Least 2006 FICO data shows that inflation and Christmas consumer spending saw a sharp rise in December, while more UK customers missed a payment Darcy Sullivan Tue, 11/10/2020 - 12:17 by Liz Ruddick Principal Consultant expand_less Back To Top Wed, 02/22/2023 - 11:15 Seasonal consumer spending surged on UK credit cards in December, which is the trend you would expect in the holiday season.

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Speaking the customer’s language of love: why the best relationships lead to great customer outcomes  

Axway

As Valentine’s Day approaches, I have love on my mind. Not the romantic kind – rather, I ’ve been thinking about Fred Reichheld’s latest book, “ Winning on Purpose: the Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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68 companies transforming insurtech in the Middle East and North Africa

CB Insights

Insurtech is gaining traction in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Due to varying regulatory environments, insurance is a largely localized business — providing an opportunity for homegrown insurtech startups to compete in the MENA markets. Investors have taken note. In 2022, the region saw $417M in funding across 21 deals. This was lower than 2021 — which saw a record $545M invested across 30 deals — but the decline was much less stark than funding to the overall

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CFPB attacks credit card late fees

Payments Dive

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposed a new rule that would effectively cap credit card late fees and potentially save Americans $9 billion.

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Imperva research: cyberattacks target the FSI industry

The Paypers

Digital security company Imperva has released research that shows cyberattacks targeting the financial services and insurance (FSI) industry to have grown over the course of 2022.

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UK reaches 7 million Open Banking users milestone

Open Banking

Combined CMA9 data shows 7 million consumers and SMEs used Open Banking services during January. Open Banking is benefiting millions of UK citizens with innovative financial management and payment tools. With key recommendations about the future of Open Banking imminent, OBL Chair & Trustee calls on the whole ecosystem to keep up momentum and encourage continued user adoption.

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How Investors & Strategic Buyers Evaluate Integrated Payment Strategies

Explore how integrated payment strategies impact investor and buyer evaluations. Payments are more than a feature — they’re a key to long-term success and market differentiation. They help SaaS companies offer seamless user experiences and efficient operations. Investors and strategic buyers assess these integrated payment strategies as a measure of a company's growth potential and sustainability.

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Canada Bankcard Industry Benchmarking Trends: Q4 2022 Update

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Home Blog FICO Canada Bankcard Industry Benchmarking Trends: Q4 2022 Update Ready for a recession? An insider look at bankcard and consumer trends in Canada FICO Admin Tue, 07/02/2019 - 05:19 by Amir Sikander expand_less Back To Top Tue, 02/21/2023 - 16:00 Recession talks have increased over the last few months. Canadian consumers are being hit with the rising cost of goods and borrowing.

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Deadline extended for Axway Excellence Awards 2023

Axway

We’re looking forward to meeting the candidates of the first-ever Axway Excellence Awards, and the good news is you have a little extra time now: we’ve just extended the deadline to February 28th.

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Market Trend Report: Crypto market data & intelligence for institutional investors & traders

CB Insights

What is crypto market data & intelligence? Crypto market data & intelligence companies provide blockchain data and analytics platforms for institutional investors and traders. Clients can track crypto portfolios, tokens, protocols, and exchanges to inform their strategies. They do this through real-time dashboards, APIs, research reports, and risk management tools.

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Credit card debt surpasses pre-pandemic levels: Fed

Payments Dive

Despite a pause in payments required for federal student loans, younger borrowers particularly are showing higher credit card delinquencies.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib