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Armenia Advances Digital ID Scheme as Part of Open Data Vision

Open Banking Excellence

Registering a birth in Armenia can often take weeks of form filling and bureaucratic back and forth, which can make a big difference to how parents feel during the initial days after pregnancy. With the launch of the countrys digital transformation programme, we plan to get that down to an average of just 97 seconds. This is just one example of how we are working to make Armenian citizens lives easier by digitising government services.

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New Information Supplement: Payment Page Security and Preventing E-Skimming

PCI Security Standards

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has introduced a new information supplement: Payment Page Security and Preventing E-Skimming Guidance for PCI DSS Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1. This document provides direction for merchants and service providers implementing controls to protect payment card data during e-commerce transactions.

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Plaid’s $575 Million Round Signals Strength Despite Valuation Drop and Delayed IPO

Finovate

Plaid raised $575 million in a down round valuing the company at $6.1 billion, which is less than half its 2021 valuation. The funding will support employee restricted stock units tax obligations and provide internal liquidity. Plaid’s delayed IPO likely reflects US open banking uncertainty, as the CFPB finalizes its data access rule. Waiting for regulatory clarity and consumer awareness could position Plaid for a stronger public debut down the road.

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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

VISTA InfoSec

Did you know that there are approximately 12.52 million credit card users in Australia, along with 43.77 million actively issued debit cards? These figures reflect Australia’s heavy reliance on digital payments and card-based transactions for everyday purchases and online commerce. However, with this widespread adoption comes an equally significant risk which is the growing threat of data breaches and payment fraud.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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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The Full List of Fintech Unicorns in Asia (2025)

Fintech News

The fintech unicorns in Asia are moving to reshape the very fabric of how people and businesses interact with money. From digital payments to decentralised finance (DeFi), these companies are solving real-world challenges like financial inclusion and cross-border transactions, while setting new global standards for innovation. Out of the unicorns worldwide valued at a combined $4 trillion , a rising share are coming out of Asias fast-moving fintech ecosystem.

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BNPL users struggle with payments

Payments Dive

Nearly half of U.S. adults who have used buy now, pay later services experienced financial difficulties, such as overspending or missing a bill payment, according to a recent survey.

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Telcoin Bank Steps Closer to Becoming the First Regulated Crypto Bank in the US

The Fintech Times

Nebraska’s Department of Banking and Finance has approved an application from blockchain-based financial service provider Telcoin to become the state’s first Digital Asset Depository Institution. This conditional approval brings Telcoin Bank, which is focused on digital assets, a step closer to becoming the first regulated crypto bank in the US.

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Finance AI Chatbots for Businesses

The Finance Weekly

Finance Artificial Intelligence (A)I chatbots are reshaping how businesses handle customer interactions and streamline financial operations. According to Gartner , chatbots and virtual assistants are changing the game for how businesses handle customer questions. More and more companies are turning to these tools, and by 2027, theyre expected to become the go-to option for customer service.

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PayPal launches contactless mobile wallet in Germany

Finextra

PayPal's long-running effort to crack the high street continues with the launch in Germany of a contactless mobile wallet that lets users pay instore and in instalments with a tap of their phone.

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Stripe is laying off 300 people, but says it still plans to hire in 2025

TechCrunch Fintech

Fintech giant Stripe is laying off 300 people, according to a leaked memo reported on Tuesday by Business Insider. The affected employees are largely in product, engineering, and operations roles, the memo said. Despite the layoffs, Chief People Officer Rob McIntosh said that Stripe intends to still grow its headcount by 17% to land at […] 2024 TechCrunch.

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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 Costs of Payment Processing No One Talks About

Clearly Payments

If you run a business, youre aware of the basic fees for accepting credit card payments. You might even know that theres something called an interchange fee , usually around 1.5%3.5% depending on the credit card. However, what many merchants dont realize is that there can be a whole range of extra, often hidden costs buried in their processing agreements.

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New Guidance: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into PCI Assessments

PCI Security Standards

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, and the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has introduced new guidance to support the responsible use of AI in PCI assessments. The guidance provides a balance between leveraging the benefits of AI while maintaining the high standards of security that protect payment card data worldwide.

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ISO 20022 migration pushed back to July 14

Bank Automation

The Federal Reservehas rescheduled the Fedwire Funds Services adoption of the ISO 20022 message format to July 14, 2025. It was to be implemented on March 10. This single-day implementation aims to enhance the efficiency and interoperability of high-value payment systems. The transition to ISO 20022, a global standard for financial messaging, is expected to […] The post ISO 20022 migration pushed back to July 14 appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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VISTA InfoSec Achieves CREST Membership a Milestone in Cybersecurity

VISTA InfoSec

We are excited to announce that VISTA InfoSec has achieved CREST membership , a new recognition joining the list of our diverse array of global certifications and accreditations. This new milestone not only marks our ongoing dedication to excellence but also strengthens our standing as a trusted partner for all the organizations seeking comprehensive and reliable security solutions.

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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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Cross-Border QR Payments Now Live Between Vietnam and Laos

Fintech News

Vietnam and Laos have officially launched a new framework for settling payments in their local currencies and a cross-border QR code payment system. The initiative, announced at the 47th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee, aims to boost bilateral trade, investment, and tourism. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone were present at the launch.

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Apple faces new payments lawsuit

Payments Dive

A basketball training company is suing the tech titan, which it claims unfairly collected money from potentially more than 100,000 app developers.

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dLocal Announces Expansion of Offering to UK Merchants With New Authorised Payment Institution License and Partnership With ICC

Fintech Finance

dLocal , the leading payment platform connecting global merchants to emerging markets, has announced that it has been granted the Authorised Payment Institution license from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom. This milestone positions dLocal to offer regulated payment services in the UK, bolstering its commitment to global compliance and expanding its service offerings for UK-based merchants.

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Zebra launches Android NFC smartphone with built-in RFID tag reading

NFCW

ANDROID: Zebra’s EM45 RFID smartphone can read both UHF RFID and NFC tags Zebra Technologies has unveiled an enterprise Android smartphone that comes with built-in support for both ultra high frequency (UHF) RFID and NFC tag reading and the ability to also function as a contactless payments acceptance device. The launch follows news from Qualcomm that the mobile chipset giant is actively working to add support for ultra high frequency Rain RFID tag reading to mobile devices, initially for

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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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How CFO Job Listings are Changing

The Finance Weekly

Did you know that CFO job listings are shifting to reflect new business demands? A recent analysis of 6,000 CFO job postingsshows a clear trend. From just 8% to a staggering 27% in one yearAI is no longer optional for CFOs.More organizations are looking for CFOs who can lead AI-driven financial operations.

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Klarna takes foot off AI gas as CEO acknowledges importance of human customer service

Finextra

After aggressively pursuing an AI-driven workforce reduction strategy, Klarna is rowing back and hiring customer service employees in an acknowledgment that people often still want to talk to a human.

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Dub: the copy trading app that has teens talking

TechCrunch Fintech

Social media changed everything from news consumption to shopping. Now, Dub thinks it can do the same for investing through an influencer-driven marketplace where users can follow the trades of top investors with a few taps. Think of it as TikTok meets Wall Street. Founded by 23-year-old Steven Wang a Harvard drop-out who began […] 2024 TechCrunch.

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Payment orchestration: Beyond transaction routing

The Payments Association

Modern payment orchestration platforms now serve as strategic infrastructureoptimising performance, compliance, and customer experience at scale. Traditionally, payment orchestration platforms were designed to serve a straightforward function: routing transactions between merchants and various payment service providers (PSPs). However, in todays increasingly complex digital commerce landscape, the scope of payment orchestration has expanded far beyond mere transaction routing.

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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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Welcome Our Newest Associate Participating Organizations

PCI Security Standards

We are pleased to welcome the newest organizations that have joined as Associate Participating Organizations of the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC). These organizations play a crucial role in supporting the evolution of the PCI security standards and programs and promoting the implementation of PCI security standards worldwide to protect payment data.

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Accelerating All Stages of the Insurance Process: Edenred Payment Solutions Launches VCN Product

The Fintech Times

The insurance sector has long been plagued by long wait times. No matter the stage of the insurance claim, be it filing claims or waiting for a refund, customers are often left dissatisfied with how long they must sit around for a response. To tackle this issue, Edenred Payment Solutions has launched a new Virtual Card Number (VCN) product designed to help make claims payouts faster and easier for policyholders.

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UiPath’s agentic AI platform could streamline FI workflows

Bank Automation

Software giant UiPath is rolling out an enterprise-grade agentic AI platform designed to serve as a liaison between AI agents, robotic process automations and humans to streamline workflow automation. The platform, dubbed Maestro, knows how to seamlessly orchestrate agents, robots and people, all at scale, Taqi Jaffrey, senior director of product management at UiPath, said […] The post UiPaths agentic AI platform could streamline FI workflows appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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XTransfer Gets Green Light for Singapore Payment License

Fintech News

Cross-border payment firm XTransfer has received the Major Payment Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The license, issued on 1 January 2025, allows XTransfer to offer services such as account issuance, domestic and cross-border money transfers, flexible top-up options, and e-money issuance in Singapore. The company, founded in 2017, specialises in cross-border payment solutions tailored to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

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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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Zelle service unavailable for many users after Fiserv tech glitch

Payments Dive

The P2P payments experienced technical troubles Friday as Fiserv cited an "internal issue" that disrupted its service.

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Introducing Adyen Uplift: The Payment Solution Optimizing Every Transaction With AI

Fintech Finance

Adyen , the global financial technology platform of choice for leading businesses, announces the launch of Adyen Uplift. The AI-powered payment optimization suite will help businesses increase payment conversion, simplify fraud management, and reduce the cost of payments. Adyens customers can utilize data-driven, tailored performance recommendations and opportunities to test different payment configurations to maximize performance.

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RAIN Alliance to create new standard for RFID tag reading on mass market smartphones

NFCW

The RAIN Alliance is to create a new standard that will enable manufacturers to integrate support for Ultra High Frequency (UHF) tag reading into standard smartphones, making it possible for consumers and enterprises to interact with products containing RFID tags without needing specialist equipment. The move follows Qualcomms announcement that it is working to integrate RAIN functionality into its mobile device chipsets and Zebra’s January launch of an enterprise Android smartphone with b

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What is Finance Transformation and How Can it Improve Your Processes?

The Finance Weekly

Still stuck with outdated, manual financial processes that eat up your time and increase the risk of costly errors? You're not aloneand theres a smarter way forward. Finance transformation is redefining how modern finance teams operate. It empowers you to move faster, reduce errors, and focus on driving strategic value.What is Finance Transformation?

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever