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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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Open Banking: transforming lending, payments, and financial support

Interviews | Online & Mobile Banking | Published Tuesday 12 Nov 2024 13:06 CET

Mickael Paris, FinTech Scotland: The next wave of Open Banking adoption can be linked to the development of embedded payments in sectors such retail, utilities, and travel. 


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Open Banking: transforming lending, payments, and financial support

Interviews | Online & Mobile Banking | Published Tuesday 12 Nov 2024 13:06 CET

Mickael Paris, FinTech Scotland: The next wave of Open Banking adoption can be linked to the development of embedded payments in sectors such retail, utilities, and travel. 


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Félix Pago partners with Mastercard to expand digital remittances

News | Mobile Payments | 12 Nov 2024 15:10 CET

US-based fintech Felix Pago has announced a partnership with Mastercard aimed at expanding its digital remittance services in Central America.


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PayComplete research shows cash remains a widely used payment method

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 14:40 CET
PayComplete has unveiled a report that focuses on discovering the trends, habits, and social reasons why cash maintains its position as the most used payment method worldwide.
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Careem Pay introduces instant transfers for customers in Europe

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 14:22 CET
Digital wallet and fintech platform Careem Pay has launched instant transfers to Europe and businesses payments to clients and users in the region of India. 
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Paymentology partners with Zand Bank to support fintech growth in UAE

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 14:08 CET
Paymentology has entered into a referral partnership with Zand Bank to expand financial service access for fintechs and startups in the UAE.
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QFC partners with Dukhan Bank to offer customised banking services

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 12 Nov 2024 13:10 CET
The Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dukhan Bank to explore beneficial business opportunities. 
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Mirakl partners with Mangopay to accelerate development of European marketplaces

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 13:09 CET
Mirakl has announced its partnership with Mangopay in order to accelerate the development of European marketplaces with the use of Mirakl Payout.
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CLOWD9 partners with Discover Global Network

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 12 Nov 2024 13:07 CET
UK-based payments processing platform CLOWD9 has entered into a collaborative agreement with Discover Global Network to scale cross-border issuance. 
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Lufthansa Group partners with FinMont to improve B2B payments

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 12:49 CET
The Lufthansa Group has teamed up with FinMont to improve and simplify B2B payments using the Camino Network in non-BSP markets.
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Emirates NBD and Mastercard launch travel payment solution

News | Mobile Payments | 12 Nov 2024 12:19 CET
Emirates NBD and Mastercard have partnered to launch the Emirates NBD Wholesale Travel Solution, a virtual card-based B2B payment product designed for travel agencies.
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FTX sues Binance, alleging fraud in 2021 share repurchase deal

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 12 Nov 2024 11:30 CET
Bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX has filed a lawsuit against Binance and its former CEO, alleging fraud in a 2021 share repurchase deal.
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Argentine company Ualá raises USD 300 million in new funding round

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 12 Nov 2024 10:49 CET
Argentine fintech company Ualá has announced the raise of USD 300 million in a new funding round, which will allow the company to reach full profitability in all markets. 
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iwoca secures GBP 200 million in new funding round

News | Online & Mobile Banking | 12 Nov 2024 10:38 CET
UK-based small business lender iwoca has announced that it obtained GBP 200 million in a new funding round. 
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Travelex partners with NCR Atleos to launch complete ATM technology refresh

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 09:58 CET
Foreign exchange brand Travelex has announced its partners with NCR Atleos in order launch a major refresh of its international ATM estate.
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AEON introduces crypto payment on BNB Chain

News | Cryptocurrencies | 12 Nov 2024 09:58 CET
Japan-based AEON has announced the launch of a QR code payment system to BNB Chain with Terminus, with the company aiming to scale crypto payment accessibility in Southeast Asia. 
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Ondato introduces OnAge reusable age verification tool

News | Digital Identity, Security & Online Fraud | 12 Nov 2024 09:45 CET
Ondato has launched OnAge, a reusable age verification tool aimed at simplifying age-restricted access while ensuring user privacy for online services.
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Everest Bank and NCHL enable cross-border QR payments with Alipay+

News | Mobile Payments | 12 Nov 2024 09:40 CET
Everest Bank has partnered with the Nepal Clearing House Limited (NCHL) to introduce cross-border QR payments in Nepal through Alipay+.
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XMDS Holding launches XPP to unify payment solutions across Europe

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 08:36 CET
XMDS Holding has launched XPP, a new umbrella organisation that will consolidate and support its suite of specialised payment platforms.
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InComm Payments acquires digital gift card provider Mafin

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 08:27 CET
InComm Payments has acquired the digital gift card provider Mafin, with the latter being expected to be excluded from the scope of consolidation from this fiscal year.
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USI Money plans to integrate Visa Direct

News | Payments General | 12 Nov 2024 08:24 CET
UK-based USI Money has announced its partnership with Visa to implement Visa Direct, with the two companies working towards offering fast and optimised payments.  
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