Open Banking Excellence

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

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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PCI Security Standards

MARCH 10, 2025

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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Finovate

APRIL 3, 2025

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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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 13, 2025

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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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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Fintech News

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

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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TechCrunch Fintech

JANUARY 21, 2025

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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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 8, 2025

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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Clearly Payments

JANUARY 15, 2025

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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NFCW

MARCH 28, 2025

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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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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Bank Automation

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

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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PCI Security Standards

MARCH 17, 2025

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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Finovate

APRIL 8, 2025

Ripple will acquire Hidden Road for $1.25 billion, making it the first crypto company to own and operate a global, multi-asset prime broker. The acquisition expands Ripple’s offerings beyond payments into trading, custody, and lending services, providing financial institutions the infrastructure they need for crypto adoption. Between recent regulatory shifts in the US and Hidden Roads capabilities, Ripple is positioning itself to become a full-service financial hub as digital assets gain m

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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 25, 2025

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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Fintech News

JANUARY 7, 2025

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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The Fintech Times

APRIL 10, 2025

Affirm , a payment network aiming to empower consumers and help merchants drive growth, is teaming up with Shopify , the internet infrastructure for commerce provider, to enable merchants in Canada to offer customers the option to pay in instalments. Shopify merchants in Canada with early access can now offer Shop Pay instalments, powered by Affirm, to shoppers, marking the products first availability outside the US.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 8, 2025

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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TechCrunch Fintech

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

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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Fintech Finance

APRIL 10, 2025

With demand for faster, more secure international payments growing, CurrencyFair has selected tell.money to support its open banking integration, ensuring customers benefit from a smoother, more efficient way to send money across borders. CurrencyFair provides fast, secure, and cost-effective money transfers to over 150 countries in more than 20 currencies, offering an alternative to traditional banking fees and delays.

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Clearly Payments

JANUARY 14, 2025

With so many payment options available from credit cards to mobile wallets it can be hard to know which methods are the best fit for you and your customers. At Clearly Payments, we wanted to learn more about how businesses really feel about accepting payments. So, we asked 500 businesses, ranging from small startups to larger established companies, about their payment preferences.

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NFCW

JANUARY 23, 2025

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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Bank Automation

APRIL 17, 2025

Ally Financial is exploring new internal use cases for gen AI and investing in client-facing digital capabilities. Digital-first Ally is focused on continued investment in new products to enhance consumers digital experience, Chief Executive Michael Rhodes said today during the $181.4 billion banks first-quarter earnings call. The bank is committed to disrupting the industry with […] The post Ally Financial invests in new gen AI use cases appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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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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PCI Security Standards

MARCH 6, 2025

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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Finovate

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Live Oak Bank has enhanced its commercial and small business banking services by partnering with Finzly for its Fedwire solution. Finzly’s technology enables 100% straight-through processing (STP) and will help ensure the bank is compliant with upcoming ISO 20022 regulations. Finzly is a two-time Finovate Best of Show award winner. The company most recently demoed its technology at FinovateSpring 2022 in San Francisco.

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Stax

APRIL 3, 2025

According to the Worldwide Retail Ecommerce Forecast 2024 by eMarketer, eCommerce will account for 21.0% of retail sales in 2025, amounting to $6.862 trillion. This is expected to grow to 22.6% and reach $7.956 trillion by 2027. Like most business owners, your instincts tell you to hop on the bandwagon and launch an online store for your business. But launching your eCommerce store is just half the equationaccepting payments efficiently and effectively is a whole different ball game.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 13, 2025

Blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis has acquired Alterya , an AI-based fraud detection platform focused on identifying scams before they impact victims. Alterya, which launched in stealth mode, has collaborated with cryptocurrency exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, and Block, along with financial institutions, to monitor over US$8 billion in monthly transactions across crypto and fiat systems.

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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

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 19, 2025

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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The Finance Weekly

MARCH 10, 2025

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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TechCrunch Fintech

MARCH 17, 2025

On the heels of its IPO filing, Swedish fintech giant Klarna announced on Monday that it will exclusively provide buy now, pay later loans for Walmart. The partnership with Walmart is one that rival Affirm had previously owned. Klarna will provide the loans to Walmart customers through OnePay, a fintech startup in which it owns […] 2024 TechCrunch.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 18, 2025

ProjectPay , the construction payments fintech, which received a project grant funded by the government’s innovation division, Innovate UK, to research and test how to solve cashflow problems in the construction industry, has now published its findings. The report has been provided to the government. The report follows on from recent news1 that building levels are falling and companies do not have the confidence to invest.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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