NFCW

JANUARY 20, 2025

The UK government plans to introduce a mobile app that motorists will be able to use to store a digital version of their driving licence on their smartphone, the BBC reports. “The Gov.uk ” UK to introduce digital driving licences ‘this year’ was written by Sarah Clark and published by NFCW.

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PCI Security Standards

MAY 28, 2025

The PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) includes several requirements in Requirement 6 and 11 that govern vulnerability management and reference related timeframes.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 7, 2025

These challenges must be addressed if we’re to support the government in its mission to deliver economic growth and safeguard the UK’s reputation as a safe place to do business.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Payment giant Visa and FPT Corporation, a Vietnamese technology firm, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance digital transformation within the government sector. The partnership focuses on modernising government services and improving accessibility, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

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Fintech News

MAY 5, 2025

Vietnam’s government has approved a two-year pilot programme to test peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, credit scoring, and open API-based data sharing, according to Vietnam News. The government aims to use the sandbox to boost financial inclusion, promote transparency, and expand access to lower-cost financial services.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The launch event, led by NBC Governor Dr. Chea Serey, was attended by representatives from government agencies, financial institutions, and other industry stakeholders. Furthermore, it aligns with the Royal Government of Cambodia’s policies aimed at fostering a digital economy and society.”

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The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

In December 2024, HMT announced the appointment of a Financial Inclusion Committee, tasked with advising the government on developing the first-ever National Financial Inclusion Strategy. The Governments decision to develop the Strategy reflects the growing number of financially vulnerable consumers in the UK. million in 2022.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 14, 2025

Although no longer holding an official government position, Thaksin remains a significant political figure, with his daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, currently serving as Prime Minister. Speaking at a Bangkok event, Thaksin emphasised the economic opportunities of cryptocurrency, referencing global trends such as the U.S.’s

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

List of national payment schemes and respective scheme administrators The consolidation is expected to enhance governance, support innovation, and contribute to the development of Singapores national payments strategy. Further details on the entitys name, governance structure, and board composition will be announced later this year.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sibstar, the UK’s leading debit card and app for people living with dementia, is today calling for banks and governments to work closer together to ensure safer spending for financially vulnerable people. Sibstar is the UK’s first debit card and app that helps families living with dementia to safely manage their everyday spending.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 13, 2025

The acquisition also allows Chainalysis to support government agencies and financial institutions in detecting fraud trends and identifying early signs of suspicious activity on fiat payment systems. Alteryas technology has reportedly helped reduce fraud by 60% for some crypto exchanges while improving operational efficiency.

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Fintech News

APRIL 23, 2025

NeuroWatt said its broader aim is to make computing power more indexed, optimised, and accessible across industries including finance, government, and enterprise. The company focuses on AI infrastructure tailored to the financial sector, offering hybrid edge-cloud systems that combine hardware, software, and industry-ready applications.

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NFCW

MARCH 3, 2025

“The government is kickstarting the procurement process to find the suppliers who will run the technology for the trials across the East Midlands and Yorkshire,” the department says. ” “Unlike the previous roll out of pay as you go, these trials will use Global Positioning System (GPS) based technology. .

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Fintech News

JANUARY 22, 2025

The launch ceremony, led by NBC Governor Dr. Chea Serey, brought together about 300 participants, including representatives from government ministries, international payment firms, and private companies. The app also enables users to transfer funds to their individual Bakong accounts, offering an alternative to cash transactions.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Singapore currently stands as the regional leader, or Champion, with exemplary ratings in market maturity and government initiatives. Regional integration is playing a key role, with governments accelerating their efforts to enhance cross-border commerce and digital economy participation.

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Fintech News

JUNE 12, 2025

Boosting financial markets Since the early 1990s, the Vietnamese government has actively promoted the development of capital markets, recognizing the growing demand for investment opportunities. McKinsey expects this influence to accelerate moving forward, as the government implements financial development plans.

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Payments Dive

MAY 16, 2025

If the federal government can ditch paper checks, so can the private sector, one industry CEO contends.

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Fintech News

JUNE 5, 2025

From Singapores Smart Nation initiative to Australias Consumer Data Right (CDR) and Indonesias open banking ambitions, governments across the region are actively promoting digital transformation within the financial sector.

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Payment APIs and Integration APACS Financial Inclusion Push-to-Card 118

NFCW

MARCH 6, 2025

” My administration is working to make Arkansas government more efficient at every level, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders says. The rollout of a secure mobile ID will help Arkansans access their documents when and where they need them and brings state government in line with 21st century technology.

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Finovate

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Hexagate’s security solutions detect and mitigate real-time threats, including cyber exploits, hacks, and governance and financial risks to help chains, protocols, asset managers, and exchanges keep their funds secure. He also noted that governments are increasing the monitoring of smart contracts associated with illicit funds.

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Finextra

MAY 28, 2025

The FCA has published proposals for ensuring financial resilience in the face of upcoming regulations governing cryptoasset firms, with an added focus on stablecoins.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 3, 2025

This initiative aligns with the Qatari Government’s vision of digitalising payments, enhancing electronic banking services, and advancing the shift towards a cashless society. “These solutions aim to streamline payments for our corporate clients while augmenting security measures,” he stated.

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The Payments Association

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The UK government and the FCA will further develop and implement these regulations through consultations and legal frameworks, aiming for a comprehensive rollout by 2026. What are the government’s plans for the regulation of crypto? Why is it important? What’s next?

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Fintech News

MARCH 24, 2025

Instead, this method requires users to provide key details such as an identification number, which are then cross-checked against government databases. Non-documentary verification enables verifying customer identities without requesting their identification documents (IDs). Asia is a global leader in crypto adoption.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This progress has been underpinned by strategic government initiatives, which focus on encouraging the shift away from cash and improving financial accessibility. The government has also launched communication programs such as “Smart Money” and “Tomorrow Bankers” to raise consumer awareness and promote access to financial services.

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Financial Inclusion Financial Literacy Point-of-Sale (POS) NOV 112

Fintech News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The stablecoin, first announced earlier this year, is set to be fully backed by a mix of US dollar deposits, short-term US government securities, and similar cash equivalents.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This blockchain-based conditional payment solution will improve the governance and transparency of utilisation of the mobilisation advance payments that LTA extends to its contractors. There is much more that can be done in this area.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 8, 2025

The company has built strong partnerships with governments globally, ensuring that it operates securely and in full compliance with local laws. The post dLocal Announces Expansion of Offering to UK Merchants With New Authorised Payment Institution License and Partnership With ICC appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 7, 2025

These measures provide a clear path for the governance, management, and maintenance of these requirements as the world transitions to the ISO 20022 messaging standard. BIS aims to improve the efficiency of cross-border payments. They also provide impetus to industry-led efforts to create guidelines for faster cross-border payments.

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ISO 20022 Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border ISOs 116

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The DPS, available to all UK central government departments, charities, public bodies and organisations, provides a streamlined procurement process with preset contract terms and a range of services that buyers can filter to meet their needs. In addition to CoP, Modulr has a comprehensive strategy tailored to payments in the public sector.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 14, 2025

The government expanded the digital payment market reach by implementing initiatives like the Hawkers Go Digital program. The government has also been a big driver behind the adoption of digital payments by consumers through its Smart Nation initiative.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The transition comes at a critical time, with Thailand facing economic challenges and policy tensions between the government and the Bank of Thailand (BOT). The leadership change follows ongoing policy disagreements between the government and BOT, particularly over interest rates and currency management.

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FloQast

JANUARY 22, 2025

This milestone showcases our commitment to transparency, accountability, and trust in every AI solution we deliver, and positions us as a leader in responsible AI governance within the accounting technology sector. This milestone isnt just another checkbox for usits a commitment to doing AI the right way.

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Fintech News

MARCH 28, 2025

Mohammed Rahim, Group Chief Data Officer at Standard Chartered, said: Mohammed Rahim The tool has been developed with strong governance and ethical AI principles at its core.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This initiative aims to advance sustainable development across ASEAN by aligning environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics. During the meeting in February 2024, the exchanges formalised their collaboration by establishing a governance structure and operational plan.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

RLUSD is fully backed by US dollar deposits, government bonds, and cash equivalents, aiming to ensure stability and reliability. Ripple, a provider of enterprise blockchain and crypto solutions, has launched its stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD) , on global exchanges today.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 11, 2025

“ Oluwabankole Falade, Chief Regulatory and Government Affairs Officer at Flutterwave, added:“This approval showcases our dedication to complying with regulatory standards and our readiness to provide reliable payment solutions that address the unique needs of the Ghanaian market.

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