18 Jul 24 @ 09:49

In the last couple of years, crypto businesses have been on the rise. This is true for both their profits and income and the customer base they cater to. Crypto... read more

17 Jul 24 @ 11:15

In a recent feature, we questioned Europe’s current approach to cross-border real-time payments. Now the P20 consortium has published a white paper that confirms and amplifies our editorial position: as... read more

15 Jul 24 @ 09:00

One of the more interesting players in Europe’s dynamic payments sector is Vienna-based mobile specialist DIMOCO Payments. The company is convinced that Direct Carrier Billing (DCB) has a range of... read more

12 Jul 24 @ 13:50

Cross-border payments have long been a critical aspect of global finance, facilitating trade and economic interaction across nations. However, the complexities and inefficiencies associated with these transactions have often led... read more

11 Jul 24 @ 16:51

The European Commission has made commitments offered by Apple with regards NFC on iPhones legally binding under EU antitrust rules. The commitments address the Commission’s competition concerns relating to Apple’s refusal to grant... read more

11 Jul 24 @ 12:33

The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and the world of online payments is no exception. As we delve into the intricacies of the instant economy, it’s clear that consumers now... read more

11 Jul 24 @ 10:00

The Global Payments Report 2024 from Worldpay projects continuing strong growth for Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) as a payment form over the next five years. Underneath this positive outlook, however,... read more

10 Jul 24 @ 15:36

US Consumers and businesses have taken advantage of instant payments through The Clearing House RTP network, which resulted in numerous records set in Q1 2024. The network experienced a record... read more

10 Jul 24 @ 10:47

In a new white paper, “The shift to local payment methods – six recommendations for digital merchants“, Boku investigates a significant shift towards local payments. As outlined in the paper,... read more

09 Jul 24 @ 13:34

In today’s highly competitive financial landscape, customer onboarding has become a critical touchpoint that can significantly impact long-term customer satisfaction and loyalty. According to the report “Digital Onboarding: A Benchmarking... read more

09 Jul 24 @ 12:59

Since the inception of cryptocurrencies, they have been a disruptive force in the financial industry, reshaping and challenging the banking systems and how individuals interact with money. In this article,... read more

08 Jul 24 @ 12:28

Money laundering is a pervasive issue, affecting economies and societies worldwide. Nearly all criminal activities generate profits, and offenders must find ways to make these illegal funds appear legitimate. This... read more

08 Jul 24 @ 11:56

The Australian Banking Association (ABA) has released findings from a strategic review conducted by Accenture on the roll-out of the Consumer Data Right (CDR) regime, the country’s opt-in Open Banking... read more

05 Jul 24 @ 10:27

The Smart Payment Association (SPA) recently unveiled its annual review of the smart card market, revealing a significant uptick in global shipments. In 2023, the market saw a remarkable 3.2... read more

04 Jul 24 @ 16:04

Following a challenging 2023, the UK fintech sector, particularly in London, is experiencing a notable rebound in 2024. This year has seen a significant uptick in job opportunities and investor... read more

04 Jul 24 @ 13:32

Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is making digital payments independent of online connectivity with a token-based payment solution G+D Filia Unplugged enabling secure offline payment transactions, bridging the gap between online and offline... read more

04 Jul 24 @ 12:27

The European Payments Initiative (EPI) has launched its digital payment solution, wero, in Germany. This launch marks a significant milestone for the EPI, which aims to create a unified and... read more

03 Jul 24 @ 12:30

At EBAday 2024, Simone Del Guerra, Head of Central Institutions & International Sales at Nexi Group, discussed the burgeoning era of A2A payments (account-to-account) in Europe. Del Guerra highlighted the potential... read more

02 Jul 24 @ 16:29

Once overlooked by the global tech industry, 2024 marks Latin America (LatAm) as the best region for tech “unicorns”, and particularly fintech start-ups, to emerge as game-changers and industry leaders.... read more

02 Jul 24 @ 16:12

Decision-makers from payments businesses across the UK have identified APP fraud (Authorised Push Payment) as the top threat to both their businesses and consumers. This is according to the first... read more