Payments Next
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
By Shawn Conahan, CRO, Wildfire Systems The direction of interest rates in 2025 remains uncertain, but one trend is becoming increasingly clear: The post As Credit Card Concerns Rise, Banks Look to Sweeten the Pot for Debit Card Users first appeared on Payments NEXT.
The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Founded in 2016, Flutterwave has become a leader in African enterprise payments, processing over 890 million transactions valued at $34 billion to date. The companys 2024 report highlights the companys strides in broadening its global presence, advancing its technological capabilities, and delivering exceptional value to multinationals expanding into or across Africa.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Nexi, the European PayTech, serving millions of merchants in more than 25 countries, and Klarna, the AI-powered payments and commerce network, have expanded their relationship into a global partnership. Nexi will enable its merchant customers across Europe to seamlessly offer Klarna’s payment method to their shoppers. Klarna will be automatically enabled as a default option in the Nexi check-out offering, allowing merchants to drive incremental revenue growth thanks to the added-value and
Bank Automation
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Citizens Bank aims to complete cloud migration by the third quarter as part of its effort to accelerate digitalization and product development. The $217.5 billion Citizens began cloud migration in 2019, Ajay Punia, head of fraud risk and transmissions engineering, told Bank Automation News, adding that more than 80% [of the banks apps] are already […] The post Citizens on pace for 100% cloud migration by Q3 appeared first on Bank Automation News.
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.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
A couple of years after its initial boom, artificial intelligence (AI) still remains a huge buzzword in the fintech industry, as every firm looks at a new way of integrating the tech into its infrastructure to gain a competitive edge. Exploring how they are going about doing this in 2025, The Fintech Times is spotlighting some of the biggest themes in AI this February.
PCI Security Standards
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) is pleased to announce the release of a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ), developed in direct response to industry requests for greater clarity on the new eligibility criteria for the recently revised Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) A. This update reflects our commitment to supporting the e-commerce community by providing clear, actionable guidance to help businesses meet new requirements under PCI DSS v4.0.1, which take effect on 1 April 2025.
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The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Its a great time to be a fraudster. While many banks and issuers still use one-time passcodes (OTPs) to protect customers from fraud, modern tools and attack vectors make their days at the office rather easy. Outdated security methods like OTPs and siloed authentication methods dont provide the strong security or seamless customer experience needed to stay competitive post-PSD2.
Fintech News
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
HSBC Holdings has assigned additional responsibilities to country heads in some smaller Asian markets as part of its efforts to streamline operations and eliminate management layers. According to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg News, Peter Kim will take on the role of head of banking alongside his position as chief executive officer in Korea, effective March 1.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Women’s investments outperformed men’s by four per cent in 2024, according to Revolut data from its trading customers. New data from Revolut hints towards the beginning of a power shift as women investors saw significantly better returns than men in 2024. While trends like ‘girl math’ started as a bit of lighthearted fun, there is a clear argument that they perpetuate negative stereotypes about young women’s spending and saving habits, as well as about their financi
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Network International (Network) ( www.Network.ae ), a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider. This partnership marks a significant extension of Network’s portfolio of issuer processing collaborations throughout the African continent.
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
Bank Automation
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
DBS Group Holdings Ltd. plans to cut around 4,000 of its contract and temporary staff workforce over the next three years as artificial intelligence increasingly takes on roles carried out by human beings. Southeast Asias largest lender has approximately 8,000 to 9,000 of such staff, according to Chief Executive Officer Piyush Gupta, replying to a […] The post DBS CEO sees job cuts of 4,000 temp staff as AI replaces roles appeared first on Bank Automation News.
TechCrunch Fintech
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The automated logic behind many financial decisions for example, decisions that determine whether a client is approved for a credit line is hard-coded. Often, it’s not easily changed. If a head of credit at a bank wanted to adjust the bank’s lending criteria, for example, they’d likely have to raise a ticket with […] 2024 TechCrunch.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
A couple of years after its initial boom, artificial intelligence (AI) still remains a huge buzzword in the fintech industry, as every firm looks at a new way of integrating the tech into its infrastructure to gain a competitive edge. Exploring how they are going about doing this in 2025, The Fintech Times is spotlighting some of the biggest themes in AI this February.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Nuvei Corporation (“Nuvei” or the “Company”), the Canadian fintech company, announces today that it has formed a strategic partnership with Temu, the global online marketplace known for value-for-money products, to enhance the shopping experience through providing customers with greater access to their preferred local payment methods.
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The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Optimus, a leading regulated technology company specialising in payment solutions, is set for significant growth in 2025. With a revamped commercial strategy and an unwavering commitment to customer-centric solutions, Optimus is primed to solidify its position as a key player in the payments industry. The company’s planned expansion into the European market later this year will mark a significant milestone in its growth trajectory.
TechCrunch Fintech
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Digital banking services provider Alkami Technology is acquiring Mantl, which has been described as the Shopify of account opening, for $400 million. Mantl, founded in 2016 by Nathaniel Harley and Benjamin Conant, developed software to make it easier for people to open accounts digitally at community banks and credit unions. The end goal is that […] 2024 TechCrunch.
Tearsheet
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
A few years ago, firms diving into crypto were tiptoeing through uncertainty. Fast-forward to today, a Bitcoin-focused product strategy within the lineup seems to be a safer bet. Take Block , for example. Its early, all-in stance on Bitcoin now seems like a stroke of genius, given that crypto markets are maturing, Bitcoin is reaching new peaks, and a new administration is seemingly opening the door to crypto and Web3.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
PPRO , the leading local payments platform, has partnered with European Payments Initiative (EPI) to secure Principal Membership of Europes newest payment method, Wero. Through its Membership, PPRO will provide its customers with the most comprehensive route to access Wero via sponsored associate membership, payment facilitator access, or as a technical gateway.
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The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025 Time: 08:30-10:30 GMT Location: EY, 25 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, E14 5EY The next EY payments forum takes place in March, focusing on the regulatory outlook for the payments industry in 2025 and beyond. The event will be hosted by EY payments leaders Abigail Viljoen , Andrew Pilgrim , Alla Gancz , and Genevieve Majoribanks.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Payments giant Mastercard is joining forces with E mirates NBD , the banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Trkiye region, to enhance the bank’s digital payment solutions. Through the new partnership, Emirates NBD will adopt Mastercard Gateway within its payment platform to support fast, seamless and secure transactions across the region, becoming the first acquiring bank globally to offer Mastercards Brighterion AI technology through the integration.
Fintech News
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Ant International has appointed fintech executive Worachat Luxkanalode as the new CEO of Southeast Asian payments company 2C2P, with his tenure set to begin in April 2025, pending regulatory approval. He takes over from founder and current CEO Aung Kyaw Moe, who is stepping down after 22 years to pursue personal projects. Worachat, currently the Managing Director of Grab Thailand, brings extensive experience in financial services and digital banking.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Ecommpay , the truly inclusive global payments platform, recently held a charity auction like no other. Employees from the UK, Latvia, Kazakhstan and Cyprus offices came together to raise funds for Street Child, a charity dedicated to working with local organisations around the world to ensure every child has access to an education. Employee bids raised more than €2400 which was then trebled by the company to give Street Child €7395.
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.
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Starting this summer, the Federal Reserve’s real-time payments system will let banks send payments up to $1 million, twice the amount of the existing limit.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Imperial College London will host a workshop on 26 March 2025, exploring the influence of AI, blockchain and quantum computing on the financial services industry. The UKFin+ Spotlight Event at Imperial College London will gather experts from both industry and academia to discuss the transformative impact of emerging technologies. Scheduled from 9am to 4pm, the event will include panel discussions and interactive sessions focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by these technologie
Finextra
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
At one point, as the industry was first evolving in its technological innovation, banks and fintech firms often saw each other solely as competition. In this FinextraTV interview, Sarah Biller, Co-Founder, Mass Fintech Hub and Claire Verville, Head of Ventures & Strategic Partnerships, M&T Bank join the virtual studio to discuss how that has changed.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
dtcpay , a leading stablecoin payments solution in Singapore, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Metro, one of Singapores most iconic and trusted department stores. This collaboration marks a bold step into the future of retail, empowering Metro customers to shop seamlessly using stablecoins. As the retail landscape continues to evolve, Metro is pioneering the integration of cutting-edge payment technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of innovation.
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.
Fintech News
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Airwallex, a global financial platform, has launched operations in New Zealand, aiming to provide local businesses with improved cross-border payment solutions. The company has appointed Lowry Gladwell as Associate Director to lead its New Zealand expansion, marking its first local hire. Airwallex plans to expand its team to ten employees by the end of 2025.
The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
A couple of years after its initial boom, artificial intelligence (AI) still remains a huge buzzword in the fintech industry, as every firm looks at a new way of integrating the tech into its infrastructure to gain a competitive edge. Exploring how they are going about doing this in 2025, The Fintech Times is spotlighting some of the biggest themes in AI this February.
The Payments Association
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Following a 12-month project, iFAST Global Bank Limited is delighted to announce the pilot launch of our virtual IBAN (ViBAN) product in production. EMIs, APIs, brokers, and large corporates requiring virtual account solutions can now benefit from safeguarding client money and operational accounts with named, dedicated ViBANs. The formal commercial launch is expected in the coming days.
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
In a significant move to drive economic growth and development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Flutterwave , Africa’s leading payments technology company. The discussions focused on fostering youth empowerment, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) development, and the expansion of Nigeria’s digital economy.
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