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Securing Your Wealth: How Cybersecurity Affects Investment Decisions

VISTA InfoSec

The frequency and sophistication of cyber threats make cybersecurity a critical factor in any company. Therefore, investors should be more vigilant, recognizing that a company’s cybersecurity posture can significantly impact its financial health and stability. This article highlights the need for robust cybersecurity strategies and how these can determine investment decisions.

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Unlocking profit potential in the payments back-office 

Payments Next

By Kate Knudsen, Senior Program Director at BHMIAs the payments space changes rapidly, banks, merchants, and processors are updating front-end platforms to The post Unlocking profit potential in the payments back-office first appeared on Payments NEXT.

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Judge sways away from Visa-Mastercard settlement

Payments Dive

On Tuesday, Judge Margo Brodie denied a preliminary settlement proposal made by the card networks Visa and Mastercard, and merchants who sued them in federal court nearly two decades ago.

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De-banking in cross-border payments: Why the system needs reform

The Payments Association

Banks are de-banking payment providers, causing major disruptions in cross-border transactions and impacting financial inclusion

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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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Barclays, HSBC and Nationwide customers hit by payment delays

Finextra

Thousands of Barclays, HSBC, Nationwide and Virgin Money customers have been hit by a payments problem that has seen some people not receiving their salaries.

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Data Blizzard Hits LA Schools: Students data stolen in Snowflake Hack

VISTA InfoSec

In a recent development that has raised concerns across the education sector, Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has confirmed a significant data breach involving student information. The breach, linked to a hack of the district’s Snowflake account, has exposed sensitive data pertaining to students and employees enrolled in the sprawling district.

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Europe FinTech Awards

Open Banking Excellence

11th July 2024 Live Event Linkedin Twitter Europe FinTech Awards Welcome to the Europe FinTech Awards Europe is home to many of the world’s premier financial services centres and a burgeoning financial technology market. These awards were developed to celebrate this incredible community, and the achievements and successes of Europe’s best and brightest.

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Digital euro would maintain freedom to choose how Europeans pay - ECB

Finextra

With Europe inching towards the issuance of a digital euro, the ECB has embarked on a charm offensive, taking to media outlets across the continent to reassure citizens that the new payments option will compliment, not replace, cash and provide them with greater freedom of choice.

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Pigment Software Reviews

The Finance Weekly

An enterprise-grade business planning platform, Pigment was designed to assist businesses in budgeting, forecasting, modeling data, and generating reports to support financial decision-making. Top enterprise companies such as Klarna, Figma, Airtable, PVH, and Webhelp rely on Pigment to help them make confident, informed decisions. This software aims to enable FP&A and revenue teams to improve collaboration and align financial and operational plans, all while scaling reporting and data manag

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Pennsylvania may ban interchange fees on sales tax

Payments Dive

Democrats in the Keystone state’s House of Representatives are pushing a bill that would prohibit interchange fees from applying to sales tax when consumers make credit or debit card payments.

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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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The Hidden Catalyst to Scaling an e-Wallet that Serves 200 Million Users in Indonesia

Fintech News

DANA stands at the forefront of the rapidly evolving digital landscape of Indonesia, revolutionising the way people conduct financial transactions. Founded in 2018, DANA has swiftly become one of the nation’s leading e-wallet and payment services, boasting an impressive user base approaching 200 million in 2024. With a vision to create a cashless society in Southeast Asia’s largest economy and to empower millions with innovative financial services, as the ubiquitous digital payments service in I

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Evolve Bank confirms data stolen by ransomware gang

Finextra

Days after claiming that it had hacked the US Federal Reserve, the Russia-linked LockBit ransomware gang has posted stolen customer data from Evolve Bank & Trust on the dark web.

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Most Valuable Companies in the World

The Finance Weekly

The race for the title of the world's most valuable company was a tumultuous one, primarily involving tech giants Microsoft and NVIDIA. On June 21, 2024, Microsoft regained its position at the top with a market capitalization of $3.342 trillion, followed closely by Apple at $3.181 trillion and NVIDIA Corporation at $3.113 trillion. This shift occurred after NVIDIA, which had briefly held the top spot since June 18, 2024, saw its market value plummet by more than 3%, driven by a massive

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Why a Visa-Mastercard settlement is likely to fall short

Payments Dive

The persistence of the networks’ ‘honor all cards’ rule may be a key reason Judge Margo Brodie is unlikely to approve a negotiated resolution of the two-decade-old case brought by merchants.

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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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Podcast: Retail POS lending is an opportunity for lenders, Pagaya president says

Bank Automation

Point-of-sale financing as an alternative payment method is a growing opportunity for lenders, technology company Pagaya’s President Sanjiv Das says on this episode of “The Buzz” podcast. According to auto lender and Pagaya partner Ally Financial, POS financing is expected to reach a value of more than $81 billion by 2030.

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MUFG and Krungsri Finnovate Invests US$195 Million in Thailand’s Ascend Money

Fintech News

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is leading a US$195 million investment in Thailand’s digital payment and financial service provider, Ascend Money , alongside Krungsri Finnovate. Ascend Money, backed by Thailand’s Charoen Pokphand Group, has 30 million active users and a strong presence in consumer payments and financial services. The company partners with major businesses like True Corp and 7-Eleven.

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MuchBetter launches 'free' contactless payments ring

Finextra

Wearable paytech provider MuchBetter has launched a contactless payments ring in Italy that is free - as long as users load it with €100 through the associated app.

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Amex banks on spending at high-end restaurants

Payments Dive

Analysts say American Express wants to cash in on the restaurant industry’s success and give customers admission to hard-to-access premium experiences.

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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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Qover Launches AI Solution to Settle Insurance Claims in Just Minutes of Approval

The Fintech Times

Claim settlements in the insurance industry can take a long time. Looking to reduce the wait time following approval to mere minutes, insurtech Qover is launching a new AI-enabled solution. The new AI solution will be overseen by Qover employees to ensure pain points in the insurance claims settlement journey are eased, as it looks to be easily integrated into any brand or risk carrier’s existing systems, the new service will improve the speed Traditional insurance experiences can often ha

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2C2P and MineSec Launch Android App for Merchants to Accept Card, QR Payments

Fintech News

2C2P, a full-suite payments platform, and MineSec have launched a new cloud-based Point of Sale (POS) payment app for Android devices in Singapore. This collaboration introduces a versatile solution enabling businesses to accept Tap-to-Pay and QR payments directly on NFC-enabled Android devices. This is touted to be the first of its kind in Singapore.

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Central banks must raise game in face of AI - BIS

Finextra

Central banks should embrace artificial intelligence to sharpen their analytical tools in pursuit of financial and price stability, according to the Bank for International Settlements.

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BNPL to shift toward larger-ticket expenses: CEO

Payments Dive

The short-term financing option, which already costs more than cards for merchants, will eventually retreat from daily purchases, Priority CEO Tom Priore predicted.

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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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Taiwan’s FinTechSpace and Bahrain FinTech Bay Forge New Fintech Alliance

The Fintech Times

FinTechSpace, backed by Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission and co-funded by the Taiwan Financial Service Roundtable, has partnered with Bahrain FinTech Bay (BFB) to kick off a new era of fintech collaboration. The partnership aims to leverage Bahrain’s advanced digital infrastructure and regulatory frameworks to enhance fintech innovation and cooperation.

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Jumio Study: Deepfakes, Fraud Fears Drive Demand for Stronger Bank Security

Fintech News

A recent study by Jumio , a provider AI-driven identity verification and compliance solutions, has found that 78% of consumers in Singapore are ready to change banks due to inadequate fraud protection. The Jumio 2024 Online Identity Study highlights rising concerns among consumers about their banks’ ability to safeguard against fraud, with 75% globally and 78% in Singapore indicating they would switch providers over these issues.

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Chase is the first bank in all lower 48 US states, what next?

Finextra

Andrea Principe, managing director – Northeast division director – consumer banking, Chase, took to the stage at Future Branches in Boston to explore how while the banking industry faces challenges in sustaining core deposits, deepening customer trust, and building relationships, it is important to learn from failures, reengage with customers, and provide exceptional in-person experiences.

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Vertical software platforms are closing the financing gap for SMBs

Payments Dive

Discover how vertical software platforms are stepping in to fulfill the financing needs of SMBs.

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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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Snowblind Malware Emerges as Major Threat to Banking App Security

The Fintech Times

A dangerous new strain of malware has emerged, posing a severe threat to banking app users and leading to significant financial losses and fraud, cybersecurity experts have warned. Promon, a provider of mobile app security solutions, has named the first-of-its-kind malware ‘Snowblind’ It makes use of a novel attack vector, exploiting functionalities in the Android operating system to bypass anti-tampering mechanisms.

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Vietnam’s BIDV Partners with OpenWay for Payment System Overhaul

Fintech News

Vietnam’s Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) has announced a partnership with OpenWay , a payment technology provider, to replace its existing card management and payment systems. This initiative is a significant step in BIDV’s comprehensive digital transformation strategy. OpenWay’s Way4 digital payment software platform will be at the forefront of this upgrade, aimed at enhancing BIDV’s infrastructure and streamlining its operat

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Nubank buys Hyperplane to push AI-first strategy

Finextra

Nubank is doubling down on its AI-first strategy with the acquisition of Silicon Valley-based data intelligence outfit Hyperplane for an undisclosed fee.

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Travelers want to use credit cards, but often can’t

Payments Dive

Spending by travelers and tourists is often done in cash or by debit card, even if most travelers would prefer to pay another way.

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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.