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18 Oct 24 @ 10:47

A new report from Worldpay explores how today’s consumers want to pay – and the steps retailers should take to drive higher revenue, more conversions and a better customer experience. Worldpay’s... read more

The rapid evolution of payments in Latin America

15 Oct 24 @ 17:50

In recent years, Latin America has experienced a remarkable transformation in the way people make payments. Debit cards, credit cards, and mobile payments are quickly becoming the preferred methods of... read more

Mastercard’s role in UKGC-licensed casinos: Understanding the debit solution

15 Oct 24 @ 15:37

In 2020, the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) introduced a significant regulation: the ban on using credit cards for online gambling transactions. This move aimed to address concerns over gambling-related harm,... read more

Alipay+ transactions triple in 2024 – Merchants benefit

11 Oct 24 @ 11:42

Alipay+, Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment venture, has revealed three trends shaping the future of tourism to the benefit of global merchants and the industry. “Tourism’s importance to economic growth... read more

Optimising payment gateways and improving authentication rates

11 Oct 24 @ 11:30

Payment gateways are an integral part of the digital commerce landscape, and as financial transactions are increasingly borderless and consumers demand seamless, secure payment experiences. Payment gateways have become more... read more

SoftPOS: A gamechanger at point of sale

10 Oct 24 @ 10:18

Across central and eastern Europe, the move to digital payments is an unstoppable wave – a trend that started before but accelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic. Governments in the region... read more

Visa faces new merchant class lawsuit as legal pressures mount

07 Oct 24 @ 16:32

Visa is under increasing legal scrutiny as a new antitrust lawsuit filed by US merchants joins a wave of legal challenges facing the payment card giant. The latest lawsuit, filed... read more

The Czech payments landscape – A detailed analysis

04 Oct 24 @ 11:49

As Czechia strides towards 2025, its payments landscape is marked by significant shifts and advancements. The convergence of traditional banking systems with innovative digital solutions is driving a new era... read more

How digital wallets are driving payments change in gaming

04 Oct 24 @ 08:34

The gaming industry is experiencing a rapid transformation, with digital wallets playing a pivotal role in driving payment change. As more gamers demand seamless, quick, and secure payment options, the... read more

Fiserv and Wells Fargo walk away from acquiring JV

01 Oct 24 @ 19:32

In a significant shift within the payments industry, Fiserv and Wells Fargo are preparing to conclude their long-standing acquiring joint venture, Wells Fargo Merchant Services (WFMS). Initiated in 2019 following... read more

The Power 50 launches Payments vertical

01 Oct 24 @ 09:22

Nominations are now open for The Payments Power 50 2025, the new annual guide showcasing the most influential and innovative companies, along with visionary leaders shaping the future of the... read more

Legacy systems still weigh heavy but payments are priority

30 Sep 24 @ 12:43

Retail banking is in various degrees of flux yet it is becoming clear that payments have fast become the differentiating factor for success. While much of the noise around modern... read more

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Visa turns the card into an identity credential

12 May 26 @ 15:44

Visa has launched a new tap-based authentication technology that could reshape how banks verify customers in mobile banking environments. [caption id="atta... more

Emerging markets accelerate the shift to cashless payments

30 Apr 26 @ 18:03

Cashless payments are becoming an increasingly important marker of financial modernisation across emerging market and developing economies, with new data from t... more

Santander backs Ebury’s next phase with fresh funding

05 May 26 @ 16:52

Banco Santander has reinforced its commitment to Ebury after taking part in a funding round of about £550mn for the cross-border payments and trade finance fin... more