11 Feb 25 @ 09:56
In a significant policy reversal, the European Commission has decided to withdraw its proposed Financial Data Access (FiDA) framework, a move that has elicited varied reactions across the financial sector.... read more
11 Feb 25 @ 08:58
Worldline has announced a strategic partnership with DNB Bank ASA, Norway’s largest financial institution, to enhance real-time payment infrastructure using Swift Instant Connectivity to TIPS (TARGET Instant Payment Settlement). This... read more
10 Feb 25 @ 18:23
QR code payments are poised for explosive growth, with global transaction value expected to surge by 50% from $5.4 trillion in 2025, according to a new market study. This remarkable... read more
10 Feb 25 @ 18:05
The UK banking sector is undergoing a transformation as neobanks and fintechs continue their rapid ascent, reshaping consumer behaviour, loyalty and financial decision-making. According to the latest research from RFI... read more
10 Feb 25 @ 17:32
Risk analysts with G2 Risk Solutions (G2RS), who monitor billions of e-commerce webpages globally, have spotted several potentially damaging trends that may impact the payments ecosystem, including banks, payment providers and... read more
10 Feb 25 @ 16:44
Online business has become more accessible than ever. Students can launch a drop shipping stores, sell handmade products or even offer digital services without a huge investment. The best part?... read more
10 Feb 25 @ 13:00
Shopping online is quick and convenient. You can buy textbooks, clothes and services with just a few clicks. But with every online transaction, you share your payment details, which can... read more
06 Feb 25 @ 14:06
As digital financial technologies continue to reshape the global economy, central banks worldwide are exploring Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as a means to enhance payment systems, drive financial inclusion,... read more
06 Feb 25 @ 13:40
The MENA e-commerce industry is experiencing a rapid transformation, driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer behaviour and strong government-backed digital initiatives. According to the latest Flowwow & Admitad report, online... read more
06 Feb 25 @ 13:28
For years, Alibaba and Amazon have dominated the global e-commerce landscape, setting the benchmark for online retail innovation, logistics and cross-border trade. However, the industry is evolving rapidly, with emerging... read more
05 Feb 25 @ 14:53
The financial industry is in the midst of a technological revolution, and real-time payments are at the forefront of this transformation. Legacy banks that once relied on monolithic architecture now... read more
05 Feb 25 @ 13:49
Traditional methods of sending money across borders – bank wire transfers, checks, and money transfer services – are often slow, expensive and laden with regulatory hurdles. However, digital wallets are... read more
05 Feb 25 @ 11:56
Speed defines the current landscape of Australian online casino payments. Players now complete transactions within seconds through solutions like PayID, often without any additional fees from major banks. Mobile payment... read more
04 Feb 25 @ 18:19
Commercial Variable Recurring Payments (CVRPs) are for many the true catalyst for Open Banking services and the payments industry is poised for their take-off. Benefits are perceived from all players... read more
04 Feb 25 @ 17:58
As has been noted in recent articles, the cross-border payments landscape is evolving rapidly, with digital transactions driving unprecedented growth in international commerce, travel and remittances. Now Visa is getting... read more
04 Feb 25 @ 17:36
Worldpay has announced its acquisition of Ravelin, an AI-native fraud prevention platform based in London. This strategic move will expand Worldpay’s portfolio of value-added services, equipping merchants with advanced fraud... read more
03 Feb 25 @ 17:30
E-commerce in Europe is in an interesting state. It is both in its heyday and on a trajectory to flourish and grow well into the next decade while at the... read more
03 Feb 25 @ 16:29
Fraud in the financial sector has reached unprecedented levels, with 2024 marking another year of rising fraud attacks across banks, credit unions and fintechs. According to Alloy’s latest State of... read more
09 Mar 26 @ 14:45
SWIFT has introduced a new international payments framework aimed at significantly improving the speed, transparency and predictability of cross-border retail t... more
12 Mar 26 @ 18:21
For years, the credit card industry has pursued a simple ambition: to become the card a consumer reaches for first. [caption id="attachment_52085" align="a... more
17 Mar 26 @ 15:03
Visa is moving to bring agentic commerce closer to commercial reality, launching a new programme with banks across the UK and Europe to test how artificial inte... more