Latest Payments & Fintech News And Insights

The Paypers covers the latest global news and analyses on payments, ecommerce, fintech, and the digital economy

We report on global payments news and innovation in an increasingly digital economy. We’re on top of all payments and fintech news: payments infrastructure, payments systems, payments behaviours, ecommerce payments, Open Banking and Open Finance, Banking-as-a-Service, B2B payments, cryptocurrencies, fraud and financial crime prevention, along with breaking news on the digital economy. Follow us for the latest regulation updates, along with relevant company news on payments investments, product launches, partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions.

We report on global payments news and innovation in an increasingly digital economy. We’re on top of all payments and fintech

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What role does Open Banking play in the transition to a smart data economy?

Interviews | Online & Mobile Banking | Published Friday 17 Jan 2025 13:53 CET

OBL, led by CEO Henk van Hulle, has been engaging the ecosystem, the fintech industry, regulators and government stakeholders to build on Open Banking’s success and help develop a smart data economy.  

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What role does Open Banking play in the transition to a smart data economy?

Interviews | Online & Mobile Banking | Published Friday 17 Jan 2025 13:53 CET

OBL, led by CEO Henk van Hulle, has been engaging the ecosystem, the fintech industry, regulators and government stakeholders to build on Open Banking’s success and help develop a smart data economy.  

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2025 payments and fintech events

Expert Opinion | Payments General | 17 Jan 2025 11:18 CET
The Paypers has curated a list of payments and fintech events in 2025, perfect for professionals looking to stay informed and connected.



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EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) comes into force

News | Digital Identity, Security & Online Fraud | 17 Jan 2025 15:36 CET
The EU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), first introduced by the European Commission in 2020, has become officially applicable across the EU Single Market.
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Komainu receives USD 75 million in Bitcoin-funded investment

News | Cryptocurrencies | 17 Jan 2025 15:19 CET
Komainu, a regulated provider of digital asset custody and services has announced a USD 75 million strategic investment from Blockstream Capital Partners.
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Salv starts the application process for its Bridge cohort

News | Digital Identity, Security & Online Fraud | 17 Jan 2025 14:42 CET
Estonia-based regtech Salv has announced that it opened up applications for the next cohort of its Salv Bridge network, which is set to focus on cross-border APP fraud and mitigating criminal organisations.  
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Lithuania implements new unregulated gambling payment blocking law

News | Payments General | 17 Jan 2025 14:35 CET
Lithuania has approved an amendment requiring financial institutions to block all payment card transactions from unregulated operators.
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EToro files confidentially for US IPO, targeting a USD 5 bln valuation

News | Cryptocurrencies | 17 Jan 2025 14:28 CET
Retail trading platform eToro has submitted filings to the US Securities and Exchange Commission as it moves towards an initial public offering in New York.
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Ozuma debuts crypto neobank in Europe with Striga

News | Cryptocurrencies | 17 Jan 2025 14:00 CET
Ozuma has launched as a crypto neobank in Europe, offering a platform designed to integrate traditional financial services with cryptocurrency solutions, in partnership with Striga.
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Belvo and J.P. Morgan Payments support recurring payments in Mexico

News | Payments General | 17 Jan 2025 13:20 CET
Belvo and J.P. Morgan Payments have announced a partnership aimed at improving recurring payments in Mexico.
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UnionDigital Bank teams up with JuanHand to expand credit access

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 17 Jan 2025 13:14 CET
UnionDigital Bank, the digital banking arm of Union Bank of the Philippines, has partnered with JuanHand, a fintech lending platform, to broaden access to credit for underserved communities across the Philippines.
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ePayPolicy introduces Quotes and Invoices to its insurance platform

News | E-invoicing, SCF & E-procurement | 17 Jan 2025 13:10 CET
ePayPolicy has announced the introduction of a new solution, Quotes and Invoices, as part of an ongoing series of updates to its insurance payments platform.
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Knowit partners with Backbase to advance digital banking in the Nordics

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 17 Jan 2025 12:49 CET
Knowit has partnered with Backbase to support financial institutions in the Nordic region with their digital transformation efforts.
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American Express to pay USD 230 million to resolve US charges

News | Digital Identity, Security & Online Fraud | 17 Jan 2025 12:46 CET
Financial services corporation American Express has announced its decision to pay nearly USD 230 million to settle US criminal and civil charges regarding deceptive sales practices. 
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Ambienta's Namirial acquires Digital Technologies for e-invoicing growth

News | E-invoicing, SCF & E-procurement | 17 Jan 2025 12:14 CET
Ambienta, a European asset manager focused on environmental sustainability, has announced that its portfolio company Namirial has acquired Digital Technologies – Società Benefit.
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Wultra raises EUR 3 million to shield financial institutions from quantum threats

News | Cryptocurrencies | 17 Jan 2025 12:13 CET
Wultra has secured EUR 3 million from Tensor Ventures, Elevator Ventures, and J&T Ventures to advance its post-quantum authentication technology.
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DORA 2025 - What does it mean for SaaS in the financial services industry?

Expert Opinion | Digital Identity, Security & Online Fraud | 17 Jan 2025 12:09 CET

With DORA coming into effect today, Thomas Müller, CEO and co-founder of Rivero, explains what it means for SaaS in the financial services industry.



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Changelly partners with Revolut to provide optimised crypto buying rates

News | Cryptocurrencies | 17 Jan 2025 11:43 CET
Changelly has teamed up with Revolut to allow users in the EEA to make fast and secure cryptocurrency purchases at competitive rates via Revolut Ramp.
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CIG adopts One Inc.'s ClaimsPay and PremiumPay solutions

News | Payments General | 17 Jan 2025 11:11 CET
Columbia Insurance Group (CIG), a mutual insurance company specialising in comprehensive property and casualty insurance for SMEs, has selected One Inc’s digital payment solutions PremiumPay and ClaimsPay for both inbound and outbound payments.
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Swap partners with Avalara for ecommerce compliance

News | Online Payments | 17 Jan 2025 10:52 CET
Swap, an ecommerce OS that integrates operations for ecommerce brands, has formed a partnership with Avalara, a provider of tax compliance automation solutions.
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NetChoice and TechNet sue the US CFPB to block regulation

News | Payments General | 17 Jan 2025 10:31 CET
Technology trade groups NetChoice and TechNet have announced their decision to sue the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to oppose a new rule providing the regulator with supervisory authority over payment apps and digital wallets.  
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