02 Oct 24 @ 15:32
The Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) is on the brink of revolutionising its financial landscape with the anticipated launch of its own central bank digital currency (CBDC), Drex. Designed to... read more
30 Sep 24 @ 17:11
Kearney has released the latest data from its annual European Retail Banking Radar, finding that more than two-thirds (73%) of European bank clients have kept their primary account at the... read more
26 Sep 24 @ 10:46
As vehicles evolve from simple modes of transportation to fully connected, intelligent platforms, the potential for in-car payments is rapidly gaining traction. By 2030, the in-car payment market is forecasted... read more
24 Sep 24 @ 08:30
The way we pay for things is undergoing a dramatic transformation – the trusty plastic card, once a symbol of financial independence, is facing increasing competition from a wave of... read more
23 Sep 24 @ 15:55
Swift is moving towards a future where digital currencies and are seamlessly integrated into its extensive global network. As interest in tokenized assets and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) continues... read more
19 Sep 24 @ 13:05
As the global demand for seamless, fast, and secure cross-border payments grows, technology is often hailed as the solution to overcoming inefficiencies in the $156 trillion market. From distributed ledger... read more
19 Sep 24 @ 12:49
Poland has emerged as a pioneering force in Europe’s evolving payments landscape, thanks to its early adoption of contactless payments, widespread use of mobile banking, and the rise of innovative... read more
17 Sep 24 @ 12:48
The online gambling industry has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years. Gone are the days of clunky interfaces and limited payment options. Today’s players crave a seamless, secure, and... read more
11 Sep 24 @ 12:22
The integration of AI into the payments industry is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a transformative reality actively reshaping how transactions are conducted, streamlined, and secured. With the global... read more
10 Sep 24 @ 11:01
Japan’s three largest banks, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Mizuho Financial Group, and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, are taking bold steps toward revolutionising cross-border payments with the launch of Project Pax.... read more
09 Sep 24 @ 12:11
A new white paper from Nexi explains how Europe’s banks and fintechs can better manage rising fraud risk in the digital economy. In our last blog, we covered the current, or... read more
09 Sep 24 @ 12:05
In recent months, a flurry of companies, including tech and crypto giants, as well as the US state of Wyoming, have jumped on the stablecoin bandwagon, eager to capitalise on... read more
09 Sep 24 @ 09:57
Digital payments have become an integral part of our daily lives. From buying coffee to paying bills, the convenience of digital transactions has revolutionised the way we handle money. As... read more
04 Sep 24 @ 16:55
The North America Banking Report by Temenos reveals a crucial shift in how North American banks are responding to the technological revolution. With 90% of banks in the region identifying... read more
03 Sep 24 @ 16:31
As regular readers will be aware, we do not normally report on revenues of fintech’s, however, this is interesting…Zilch, the world’s first ad-subsidised payments network (ASPN), has announced its first... read more
02 Sep 24 @ 09:04
Some of the world’s leading finance and tech firms have come together to form a new industry coalition in the UK to fight economic crime through digital verification, the Centre... read more
30 Aug 24 @ 13:28
We’ve heard it all before- it’s incredibly tough to differentiate and be successful in today’s PSP payments market. And yet there are boundless opportunities to cut through the noise and... 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
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
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
27 Sep 26 @ 18:53
Six major banks have joined forces to establish principles for trusted agentic commerce, warning that the rapid adoption of AI shopping agents could outpace exi... more
20 Oct 26 @ 09:06
Mastercard has launched a new platform with BVNK that brings fiat currencies and stablecoins together through a single API, marking the first major integration ... more
27 Sep 26 @ 18:52
Seven major UK financial institutions have completed the first live customer transactions using tokenised sterling deposits, marking an important step in Britai... more