111 Maryland passes EWA law
Payments Dive
MAY 29, 2025
The state’s governor signed an earned wage access law over the objections of some consumer groups, including AARP.
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CBDCs in practice: What we’ve learned from the early movers
The Payments Association
JUNE 3, 2025
James Hurren explores what early CBDC deployments across Asia, the Caribbean, and Europe reveal about usage, adoption, and the future of cross-border digital money. Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have rapidly evolved from theoretical concepts into live pilots and national deployments. With more than 130 jurisdictions now researching or developing CBDCsranging from early-stage exploration to live deploymentsglobal momentum is steadily building.
bolttech Partners with AWS to Deploy Generative AI Across Operations
Fintech News
MAY 29, 2025
Singapore-based insurtech firm bolttech is integrating generative AI tools from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to improve customer service, automate workflows, and reduce costs across its global operations. The company has built a generative AI platform called the “bolttech Gen AI Factory” using Amazon Bedrock. It enhances bolttechs existing omnichannel call center, which is already running on Amazon Connect and Amazon Lex, by incorporating agentic AI features.
Worldpay partners BVNK for stablecoin payouts
Finextra
MAY 27, 2025
Worldpay has enlisted BVNK to bring nearly instant global payouts in stablecoins to its clients in the US and Europe.
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.
French Regulators Approve Merge for Fiat and Stablecoin Payment Services
The Fintech Times
MAY 28, 2025
Merge, a London-based fintech, has received approval from French regulators to operate as both an electronic money institution (EMI) and a virtual asset service provider (VASP). This dual licensing enables the company to offer cross-border payment services that integrate traditional fiat currencies with blockchain-based stablecoin transfers. Positioned as one of the few providers with regulatory coverage across both systems, Merge aims to simplify global treasury operations for businesses naviga
CFPB to yank ‘unlawful’ open banking rule
Payments Dive
MAY 27, 2025
That move bends to bank groups that filed a lawsuit last year to block the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule aimed at making it easier for consumers to move their financial accounts.
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Tokenisation 2.0: Are we ready for the next generation of payment security?
The Payments Association
JUNE 3, 2025
Tokenisation is now a core enabler of secure, interoperable digital paymentspowering embedded finance, asset tokenisation, and evolving identity flows. Once a system for masking sensitive data, tokenisation has evolved into a foundational technology for enabling secure, interoperable, and scalable digital payments. The growing prevalence of digital wallets, embedded finance, and increasingly complex payment ecosystems means tokenisation is no longer a tactical upgrade but a strategic imperative.
Bolt and Airwallex collaborate on global payment system for drivers
Finextra
JUNE 3, 2025
Bolt, the global shared mobility platform, today announced a strategic partnership with leading global payments and financial platform, Airwallex, to build a new payments system for its drivers.
Mashreq Becomes the First Bank in the UAE to Offer Aani Instant Payments for SMEs via Mashreq Biz App
Fintech Finance
MAY 27, 2025
Mashreq , one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, has announced the launch of Aani Instant Payments, a new solution enabling SME businesses to collect payments from their customers instantly, securely, and seamlessly with no IBAN required. The new Aani Instant Payments solution allows Mashreq’s SME customers to generate a link or QR code through Mashreq Biz app that can then be shared with their own customers.
New Infographic: PCI DSS Vulnerability Management Processes
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.
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
IMDA Targets 800 AI Talent Roles, Wider SME Reach Through New Partnerships
Fintech News
MAY 28, 2025
The Infocomm Media Development Authority ( IMDA ) is stepping up efforts to help local businesses adopt emerging technologies. It has announced new partnerships to expand the use of generative AI (Gen AI), cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity tools among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). As part of the Digital Enterprise Blueprint launched in May 2024, IMDA is collaborating with Alibaba Cloud, Prudential Singapore, and ST Engineering to support local SMEs in building digital capabili
Challenging convention: Rethinking payments, platforms and progress
The Payments Association
JUNE 3, 2025
In a frank conversation with The Payments Associations Tony Craddock, Sudip Lahiri, executive vice president & head – Europe & UK, financial services, at HCL, reflects on the evolution of payment infrastructures, the rise of AI, the cautious march toward digital currencies, and why cannibalising your own business can sometimes be the smartest move.
SEB joins AI factory joint venture
Finextra
MAY 27, 2025
SEB has joined a Swedish consortium building an AI factory with Nvidia.
PayTabs Group Achieves Fintech Dominance With Its’ Saudi Built, AI-Powered Payment Orchestration Platform
Fintech Finance
MAY 27, 2025
PayTabs Group , a Future 100 company and MENA’s award-winning payment orchestration powerhouse, today announced the launch of its enhanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered payment orchestration platform. Engineered in Saudi Arabia over four months, the platform is set to cross SAR 325 billion in transaction processing shortly, cementing its role as a key driver of financial inclusion and innovation in the region.
15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence
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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?
Just Published: PTS POI v7.0
PCI Security Standards
MAY 29, 2025
The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has published a major revision to PCI PIN Transaction Security (PTS) Point-of-Interaction (POI) Modular Security Requirements from version 6.2 to version 7.0. The PCI PTS POI Modular Security Requirements document enhances security controls to defend against physical tampering and the insertion of malware that can compromise card data during payment transactions.
QR Code and Instant Payments Drive Cambodia’s E-Commerce Surge
Fintech News
MAY 29, 2025
In Cambodia, booming adoption of digital payments is driving a surge in e-commerce activity, with QR code payments and more broadly the Bakong real-time payment system gaining significant traction, according to a new report by Profitence, a corporate finance firm-based in Cambodia. The report, released in February, offers a comprehensive analysis charting the remarkable evolution of Cambodia’s digital marketplace.
Toward financial inclusion: Shaping a national strategy for the UK
The Payments Association
JUNE 3, 2025
With 44% of UK adults facing financial vulnerability, a national strategy seeks to close the gap through policy, innovation, and education. 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 National Financial Inclusion Strategy, first pledged by the Labour Government as part of their Growth Manifesto, is due to be published by the end of 2025.
Revolut joins European Payments Initiative
Finextra
JUNE 3, 2025
Revolut has joined the European Payments Initiative to bring its Wero Wallet to millions of new customers this summer.
Top Strategies to Future-Proof & Sustain Your Merchant Services Portfolio
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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.
Illinois delays interchange law
Payments Dive
JUNE 2, 2025
Over the weekend, the state’s legislature voted to delay implementation of a law that would ban card interchange fees on tips and taxes.
Crossing Capital Lines: What XData Group’s SPAC Move Signals for European Fintech
Fintech Weekly
JUNE 1, 2025
As XData Group prepares for a Nasdaq listing via SPAC, two key voices unpack what the deal means for European fintechs global ambitions.
MAS-Led Committee to Reassess Singapore’s Corporate Governance Code
Fintech News
JUNE 1, 2025
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced that the Corporate Governance Advisory Committee ( CGAC ) will lead a review of the Code of Corporate Governance. The review aims to build on established good practices and strengthen governance and disclosure standards among listed companies. It also complements the work of the Equities Market Review Group to enhance the country’s equities market.
PagoNxt Payments enables Getnet to offer multi-currency acquiring across 140+ currencies
The Payments Association
MAY 29, 2025
PagoNxt Payments is powering Getnets cross-border growth through the integration of its advanced FX Engine and DCC (dynamic currency conversion) solution. This embedded capability allows merchants to: Accept payments in 140+ currencies Secure competitive FX rates Offer real-time pricing transparency at checkout Reduce currency risk and operational complexity Connect via a streamlined API By embedding this solution into Getnets acquiring services, merchants gain flexibility, improved revenue pote
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.
Pexa completes UK's first fully digital property purchase
Finextra
JUNE 2, 2025
PEXA, the digital property exchange platform, today announces the completion of the UK's first fully digital Purchase transaction.
Remittance tax draws fintech pushback
Payments Dive
MAY 29, 2025
The budget bill proposal moving through Congress would levy a tax on cross-border money transfers. That has prompted “strong concern” from one fintech organization.
Sponsor or Exhibit at a 2025 PCI SSC Event
PCI Security Standards
JUNE 3, 2025
Take advantage of the great opportunities to elevate your brand presence and connect with potential buyers and industry leaders when you sponsor or exhibit at a 2025 PCI SSC Community Meeting!
Google and FS-ISAC Launch Programme to Combat Financial Fraud
Fintech News
MAY 28, 2025
Google and FS-ISAC have launched a new collaboration aimed at improving fraud prevention in the financial services sector. The initiative introduces a dedicated Financial Services branch under Googles Priority Flagger Programme. FS-ISAC, a member-driven nonprofit focused on advancing cybersecurity in the global financial system, will manage a dedicated channel for its members to report fraud and malicious activity involving Google platforms, such as Google Workspace and Google Ads.
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.
How tokenisation has reshaped the future of payments
The Payments Association
MAY 28, 2025
The cards seven-decade journey from manual imprinters to contactless payments has embodied a constant balancing act between security imperatives and consumer convenience. Today, tokenisation is taking hold of the card payment industry, representing more than another incremental step and enabling a fundamental rethinking of how payments function in our increasingly digital world.
Payments NZ declares beginning of new era for open banking
Finextra
JUNE 2, 2025
Weve reached a major milestone for open banking in Aotearoa New Zealand. Today, the four largest banks ANZ, ASB, BNZ, and Westpac NZ are due to implement version 2.3 of our Payment Initiation API standard.
PayPal’s venture arm taps new leader
Payments Dive
MAY 29, 2025
The digital payments company has promoted Ian Cox Moya, who rejoined the company in 2022, to head the unit that invests in startups.
Why Microtransactions Run the Gaming World
Basis Theory
MAY 27, 2025
Microtransactions in gaming drive higher revenue than just a perpetual licensemake the most of these opportunities!
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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