10 Dec 24 @ 10:41

In a ground breaking move, Vipps MobilePay has launched its “tap with Vipps” payment solution in Norway, becoming the first company globally to offer a viable alternative to Apple Pay... read more

05 Dec 24 @ 13:42

Mastercard has reached an agreement in principle to settle a £200 million legal claim brought on behalf of 46 million UK consumers over allegations of unfairly high card transaction interchange... read more

04 Dec 24 @ 09:50

The Centre for Finance, Innovation and Technology (CFIT) is spearheading a transformative initiative to combat economic crime and enhance financial security across the United Kingdom. With support from over 70... read more

26 Nov 24 @ 12:00

The digital payments landscape in Europe is undergoing a seismic shift as banks prepare to implement SEPA Instant, the regulation mandating instant payments in euros across the Single European Payments... read more

25 Nov 24 @ 18:32

The European Payments Initiative (EPI) has officially launched Wero, a mobile wallet and instant account-to-account payment solution, in Belgium. Following successful rollouts in Germany and France earlier this year, Wero... read more

20 Nov 24 @ 10:32

In the world of European payments, any new development is never that far from what has gone before. Ground breaking technology inspires new working methodologies. Visionary leaders effect unique market... read more

19 Nov 24 @ 15:33

New research from Visa reveals that over 41% of small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the UK have fallen victim to fraud, incurring an average loss of £3,808 in the... read more

08 Nov 24 @ 15:49

The Euro Banking Association (EBA) has recently published findings from its survey on cross-border payments, exploring challenges and potential enhancements across the European payments landscape. This survey, conducted in Q2... read more

28 Oct 24 @ 17:47

The Global Payments Report 2025 by Ravelin offers a comprehensive overview of the evolving regulatory landscape in payments, highlighting significant developments in authentication, compliance, and fraud prevention worldwide. The report... read more

26 Oct 24 @ 13:18

In a landmark move underscoring the growing influence of stablecoins in global finance, Stripe has announced the $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, a start-up specialising in stablecoin infrastructure. The acquisition,... read more

18 Oct 24 @ 13:05

As digital payments increasingly take centre stage, the Nordics have emerged as global leaders in cashless transactions, showcasing how businesses and consumers alike can adapt to rapid technological advancements. According... read more

15 Oct 24 @ 19:21

Card payments dominate the Nordic payment landscape, with 90% of shoppers using them for contactless payments either daily or once a week, according to new research conducted on by Nets.... read more

14 Oct 24 @ 14:08

A new white paper from Boston Consulting Group outlines the significant strides Apple has made in the payments industry, including its decision to discontinue Apple Pay Later and focus on... read more

08 Oct 24 @ 16:48

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to impact industries, the financial services sector faces a growing threat from AI-driven ID fraud. A recent report, “The Battle Against AI-Driven Identity Fraud“, highlights... read more

07 Oct 24 @ 10:00

For merchants, their service providers and as a result the consumer at large, Embedded Finance (EF) is way more than mere payment acceptance. Embedded Finance represents a rich, evolving world... read more

03 Oct 24 @ 08:59

I can remember, some years ago, watching a YouTube video that a guy had recorded while he was playing World of Warcraft, the massively multiplayer online role playing (MMORG). As... read more

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

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

25 Sep 24 @ 08:49

For a flawless gaming experience, choosing the best payment method to use on gaming websites is essential.  This post will examine several payment options, outlining the advantages and disadvantages of... read more

23 Sep 24 @ 10:26

Consumer trends, such as demand for Embedded Finance (EF), and rise in use of non-banking provider financial services illustrate a change in the way products are perceived and consumed: customers... read more