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Volt and ekko Team Up for Real-Time Ocean Plastic Removal at Checkout

The Fintech Times

Global real-time payments platform Volt has forged a partnership with embedded sustainability fintech company ekko to empower consumers and retailers in the battle against ocean plastic pollution. Through this collaboration, ekko stands to gain significant advantages by integrating into Volt’s global real-time payments network, connecting with transactions spanning the UK, Europe, and Brazil.

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How Reducing Your DSO Can Solve Cash Flow Woes

Paystand

DSO measures the time it takes to receive revenue. A low DSO indicates prompt payments, and a high DSO suggests payment delays. Understanding DSO and comparing it to industry benchmarks is vital for financial decisions.

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How to Generate and Use Insights From Bank Transaction Data Analysis

Finezza

In consonance with the demand of a digitised market, a growing number of businesses are shifting toward a data-driven work culture. However, poor-quality data remains a pain point across industries. A 2023 survey by McKinsey indicates that 60% of technology executives considered poor data quality as the main roadblock to scaling their data solutions.

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What are Merchant Accounts and How Do They Work?

Stax

Accepting payments is the most important functionality that a business needs to start selling. But to accept payments seamlessly and securely, you need a merchant account. A merchant account acts as a pathway between your business, your customers, and the issuer and acquiring banks to process electronic transactions like credit cards. Without a merchant account, it’s very difficult to ensure consistent cash flow or manage multiple sales channels effectively.

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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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As Apple Enters Open Banking a Dangerous Paradox Comes to Light

The Fintech Times

Tech giants are wielding their significant resources and market dominance to reshape the financial landscape, introducing innovations that disrupt traditional banking models. In this article, finance commentator Igor Pejic, an expert on tech-driven shifts in banking and finance, delves into the specific actions and strategies employed by these tech giants that are causing ripples in the financial industry.

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Meeting PCI Requirements for Encryption

Basis Theory

The Payments Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) outlines hundreds of requirements for storing, processing, and transmitting cardholder data. Any business that accepts payments from any of the major card networks must comply with this standard.

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Finextra's top research reports of 2023

Finextra

With 2023 drawing to a close, we take a look back at our most downloaded whitepapers, sentiment papers and surveys over the course of the past year. These reports are Finextra-led and cobranded, based on editorially balanced, independent, referenced desk-based and online research.

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Cloud in 2024: Predictions With BMS, Leaseweb Canada, Laserfiche, Adaptive, Ryan, Mindera

The Fintech Times

It’s a time of reflection and anticipation at The Fintech Times throughout December, as we look back at developments and trends over the last 12 months and forward to the year ahead. We’re excited to share the thoughts of fintech CEOs and industry leaders from across the globe to 2023’s key takeaways and what we should expect to be top of the agenda in 2024.

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Streamlining Lending Process With Bank Statement Analysis Report

Finezza

The lending process comes with some inherent risks; there is always a likelihood that the borrower may default on payments or delay paying instalments. So, lenders typically employ a combination of tools and strategies to manage and reduce the risk associated with lending. A bank statement analysis tool is one such solution that helps them […] The post Streamlining Lending Process With Bank Statement Analysis Report appeared first on Finezza Blog.

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Top 3 M&A stories of 2023

Bank Automation

The Federal Reserve tightened monetary policy to rein in inflation, spurring banking mergers and acquisitions throughout the year. As the industry grappled with the rise of the Federal Funds Rate from 0.25% at the beginning of 2022 to 5.

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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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Maximizing Profit Potential: Essential Considerations for P2P Payment App Development in 2024

Finextra

The Emergence of P2P Apps In our tech-driven world, convenience reigns supreme. Peer-to-peer (P2P) p.

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2024 Fraud Predictions With Confide, SEON, Fenergo, SAS, ComplyAdvantage

The Fintech Times

It’s a time of reflection and anticipation at The Fintech Times throughout December, as we look back at developments and trends over the last 12 months and forward to the year ahead. We’re excited to share the thoughts of fintech CEOs and industry leaders from across the globe to 2023’s key takeaways and what we should expect to be top of the agenda in 2024.

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Effortless Accounts Payable Automation with Xero

Nanonets

Xero is cloud-based, SaaS accounting software for small business customers located in many countries. The Xero company, founded in 2006, is New Zealand-based. Xero’s software handles accounts payable as a traditional system requiring manual data entry. For Xero accounts payable automation, Xero customers integrate third-party AP automation software.

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Listen: Top 3 Bank Automation News podcasts of 2023

Bank Automation

Among themes discussed on Bank Automation News’ most popular “The Buzz” podcast episodes this year are: Improving customer experience; Navigating ChatGPT for finance implications; and Preparing for FedNow Listen to the top 3 podcasts of 2023: Citi Treasury and Trade Solutions improves CX, grows revenue 34% Naveed Anwar, global head of digital and data […]

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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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Are virtual wallets the future of payments?

Finextra

With the ‘wallet wars’ being waged over recent months, there has been much talk of virtual wallets b.

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SMEs in 2024 Predictions with American Express, wamo, Sonovate, Bluevine, Simply Asset Finance

The Fintech Times

It’s a time of reflection and anticipation at The Fintech Times throughout December, as we look back at developments and trends over the last 12 months and forward to the year ahead. We’re excited to share the thoughts of fintech CEOs and industry leaders from across the globe to 2023’s key takeaways and what we should expect to be top of the agenda in 2024.

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6 Things AP Departments Must Know About Virtual Cards

Paymerang

Paying suppliers with virtual cards is a hot topic in accounts payable (AP). Among businesses with annual revenues exceeding $1 billion, the adoption rate of virtual cards stands at 70 percent, Juniper Research reports. Virtual cards are particularly prevalent in the financial services industry, with 81 percent of organizations adopting the payment method.

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Editor’s Picks: Top AI features of 2023

Bank Automation

Each month, the Bank Automation News editorial team does a deep dive into topics relevant to the banking industry and, this year, AI dominated the headlines. From AI-driven credit decisioning to implementation and generative AI, FI executives shared how the technology is changing the industry.

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Top Strategies to Future-Proof & Sustain Your Merchant Services Portfolio

Build a sustainable merchant services portfolio with practical strategies to ensure long-term success. Diversify across industries to spread risk and stabilize income, balancing high-risk and low-risk clients for a robust mix. Combine large and small merchants to create a resilient payment portfolio, leveraging each type's strengths. Foster long-term relationships through exceptional service and personalized support.

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The ‘Zelle Fraud’ Scam: What it Is and How to Avoid it

Finextra

Zelle is one of the most famous platforms to quickly send money to loved ones, friends, and family.

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UK Fintech News: 2023 Year in Review

The Fintech Times

Every Wednesday, we delve into the latest fintech updates from across the UK. Now, as we approach 2024, we take a look back on some of our highlights and important fintech moments from across the last year in the UK. Maybe UK tech and politics don’t mix? While the UK fintech sector looked to tackle the difficult funding landscape, amidst high interest rates, we saw a number of governmental actions – both positive and negative.

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What is Decentralised Finance or Defi?

Fintech Review

In the modern financial world, where innovations are constant and revolutionary ideas emerge frequently, a novel term has caught the attention of industry experts and enthusiasts alike: Decentralised Finance. Commonly known by its acronym, DeFi, this concept represents a significant departure from the norms of traditional banking structures. But as we peel back the layers, what precisely does Decentralised Finance entail?

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AI in Healthcare Claims Processing: The Complete Guide

Nanonets

In the intricate web of the healthcare ecosystem, claims processing stands as a critical juncture where the efficiency and accuracy of operations profoundly impact patient care, provider satisfaction, and overall system performance. Traditionally, this process has been plagued by manual errors, time-consuming verifications, and a plethora of administrative challenges, prompting the healthcare industry to seek innovative solutions.

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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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Cash in 2023: A Mini-Renaissance Amidst Digital Domination

Finextra

2023 witnessed a curious phenomenon in the world of payments: cash made a comeback. After a decade o.

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Fintech Insights: Janine Hirt, Theo Lau, Chelsea Boothroyd, Kimberley Waldron, Nicky Senyard

The Fintech Times

It’s a time of reflection and anticipation at The Fintech Times throughout December, as we look back at developments and trends over the last 12 months and forward to the year ahead. We’re excited to share the thoughts of fintech CEOs and industry leaders from across the globe to 2023’s key takeaways and what we should expect to be top of the agenda in 2024.

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How Do Finance Teams Function Best?

Paystand

Beyond the indispensable role of finance software, today we delve into the heartbeat of financial prowess—the people. From embracing diversity and fostering collaboration to adapting to change, we unveil the keys that elevate a finance team from good to exceptional.

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Strategies for Efficient Component Communication in Microservices Architecture

M2P Fintech

Efficient communication between components is crucial for the overall performance and responsiveness of a system in a microservices architecture. But how can you achieve optimal communication between the components? Dive into this blog as Maathavan Vinayak , our Engineering Director, guides you through the ways to achieve faster communication between inter-components in a microservices architecture to improve overall agility and efficiency.

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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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Finextra's top impact study reports of 2023

Finextra

With 2023 drawing to a close, we take a look back at our most downloaded impact study reports over the course of the past year. Our impact study reports are how-to, best practice guides that support those in the financial industry in their utilisation and optimisation of particular technologies, as well as providing an outlook at future trends to watch.

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In the Face of Economic Adversity, UK Continues to Invest in Financial Digitalisation

The Fintech Times

The European Investment Bank has revealed that throughout the past year, over half of European firms have taken significant steps towards digitalisation, focusing on enhancing their digital presence. The latest report Digitalisation in Europe 2022-2023 has revealed that following the pandemic, 53 per cent of companies in Europe have expanded their online services.

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Navigating Global Business Expansion: The Crucial Role of eInvoicing Compliance

Chargebee

Scaling a business to new heights involves navigating a myriad of challenges depending on company size, regions they operate in, and so on. The journey is complex, with many strategies available to grow and diversify revenue, like venturing into new geographies, expanding the product line, and launching new business models. In today’s dynamic business landscape, one of the key challenges businesses face when expanding their operations globally is e-invoicing compliance.

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Why Payment Security Should Start at Onboarding

BioCatch

When banks think of transaction authentication, they look at obtaining confirmation from the customer through an alternate channel. For example, if a customer wants to pay someone through internet or mobile banking, banks send a one-time passcode (OTP) to a registered mobile number or email belonging to the customer as an extra layer of security to verify it was the genuine customer who initiated the transaction.

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Enhance Customer Value: Unleash Your Data’s Potential

The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.