27 Aug 24 @ 10:58
A new white paper from global payments technology experts RS2 shows how instant payments are set to dominate by 2030 – the year in which it’s predicted one in three transactions will... read more
27 Aug 24 @ 10:04
Mobile payments have rapidly become a cornerstone of digital transactions. With the proliferation of smartphones and the growth of online services, mobile payment systems are revolutionising how we handle money.... read more
23 Aug 24 @ 16:29
In the first half of the year, BLIK continued to experience significant growth in transaction volume. At the end of June 2024, there were 30.3 million mobile apps registered in... read more
23 Aug 24 @ 14:31
The UK’s Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) market is poised for substantial growth, with payments expected to reach $34.28 billion in 2024, marking a 15% increase from the previous year.... read more
23 Aug 24 @ 14:19
PayPal is preparing to capitalise on Apple’s recent decision to open up its NFC capabilities to third-party developers in the European Union. This move could allow PayPal to develop its... read more
21 Aug 24 @ 08:46
The key message for merchants all over the world is that one size does not fit all. There is a strong imperative for e-commerce businesses large and small, to organise... read more
21 Aug 24 @ 08:02
In a rapidly changing financial landscape, systemic banks like Banque Internationale à Luxembourg (BIL) are embracing comprehensive core banking transformations to stay competitive. At the Temenos Community Forum 2024, Mick... read more
20 Aug 24 @ 16:06
France based Next Generation, and Irish EMI, DECTA have entered into discussions to explore the opportunity for the issuance of a Euro-pegged stablecoin (EURT) in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements... read more
20 Aug 24 @ 13:53
Five of the leading mobile wallet operators have agreed to establish the “Wallet Interoperability Council”, aiming to leverage TerraPay’s technology to facilitate interconnection and interoperability in cross-border transactions. Together, these... read more
20 Aug 24 @ 11:50
In the rapidly evolving financial landscape, banks face an urgent need to engage and retain customers, particularly as digital-first solutions rise in popularity. The “Banking on Engagement” white paper by... read more
19 Aug 24 @ 16:41
Seven in 10 Gen Z Canadian adults (69%) have embraced the mobile wallet, and six in 10 (63%) prefer to leave their physical wallet at home for short trips, according... read more
19 Aug 24 @ 13:34
As instant payments proliferate world-wide, a new white paper from global payment technology experts RS2 cautions banks to get smarter about optimising their foreign exchange (ForEx) strategies. Data from Capital... read more
19 Aug 24 @ 13:18
Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, is urging regulators to demonstrate how they are promoting the City’s competitiveness while safeguarding consumers. Reeves’ call comes as the Treasury raises concerns about a... read more
15 Aug 24 @ 16:51
As market digitalization accelerates, customer expectations are reshaping how we shop and pay, blending online and offline experiences into unified commerce. Digital wallets are rising in popularity, automated systems promise... read more
15 Aug 24 @ 14:45
The Italian payments market is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements and evolving consumer behaviours. As we move through 2024, the Italian market is seeing significant shifts towards... read more
15 Aug 24 @ 13:58
Apple has announced it will open its iPhone’s NFC chip to third-party developers in multiple countries, including the US, UK, and several others, as part of its iOS 18.1 update.... read more
14 Aug 24 @ 15:58
European banks have expressed “serious concerns” regarding the UK Payment Systems Regulator’s (PSR) plan to cap interchange fees on cross-border digital transactions. This proposal, which impacts fees levied by Visa... read more
14 Aug 24 @ 12:32
The Russian central bank has officially revoked the banking license of American Express’s Russian subsidiary following a voluntary liquidation request by the US lender’s unit. This decision comes after Russian... read more
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
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
06 May 26 @ 16:43
Royal Bank of Canada and Bank of Montreal are reportedly in talks to sell Moneris, their jointly owned payments processing business, to Francisco Partners, in a... more