Retailers Are Top Green Investors in US
Retailers have emerged as unexpected leaders in green investments among different U.S. industries, contributing almost $33.6 billion in green technology or clean energy in Q2 of 2024.
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Coinbase Wallet to Roll Out Tap-to-Pay Crypto Solution
Coinbase Wallet Tap-to-Pay is expected to provide a crypto-friendly alternative to Cash App, Venmo, PayPal and other fast payment firms.
Visa Flexible Credential Expands to US With Affirm Card
Visa Flexible Credential allows users to manage funding from various accounts for different purchase types, and use “Buy Now, Pay Later” services via the Affirm partnership.
Why Faster Settlement and Open Banking Matter in 2024?
We live in the age when speed of sharing information and financial data is critical. Volatile markets, high-liquidity businesses and innovative open banking apps – that’s what defines the XXI century finance. Here’s why you should bother about faster settlement times and implementation of open banking practices in 2024.
Mastercard to Phase Out Manual Card and Password Entry by 2030
Mastercard envisions the future of e-commerce without manual entries of physical card numbers, passwords or one-time codes needed for secure purchases.
Wealth Management Firms in US to Double AI Budgets
Projections indicate that AI will account for 37% of US wealth management firms’ IT spending in the next 3-5 years, up from 16%.
Jack Dorsey’s Block to Focus More on Bitcoin Mining
Block (former Square), led by Jack Dorsey, is ramping up investments to expand its reach in small business services and bitcoin mining tools.
90% Payment Cards to Be Sustainable by 2029
It is expected that in mere five years, most of the payment cards issued by global payment providers will be made of sustainable materials such as recycled or bio-sourced PVC, recycled metal, and sustainably sourced wood.
GenWise Teams Up With Axis Bank to Bring UPI Payments to Senior Citizens in India
GenWise aims to empower India’s elderly population with the speed and convenience of UPI digital payments in its app-based online club for senior citizens.
Ecobank & Nium to Unlock Real-Time Cross-Border Payments for African Markets
Collaboration with Nium will allow Ecobank’s 32 million customers to access faster and more efficient international transactions without complex integrations.
Share Energy Customers Can Top Up Energy Bills at PayPoint
Northern Ireland electricity supplier Share Energy partnered with PayPoint – a business offering a system for paying energy bills at local convenience stores.
Mastercard Allies With Buna Cross-Border Arab Payment System
Mastercard has joined Buna, the Arab Regional Payment System, to enable faster, more affordable cross-border payments in and out of the MENA region.
Prime Video’s X-Ray Recaps Use GenAI to Sum Up TV Shows
Amazon Prime Video’s new X-Ray Recaps feature uses GenAI to help viewers catch up on key plot points of their favourite shows without rewinding or risking spoilers.
Bitcoin Reaches Record High of $75K Fueled by US Election
Bitcoin has hit an all-time high of $75,800, as the outcome of the US election gave crypto enthusiasts hope for legal clarity and government-backed promotion.
Klarna Collaborates With John Lewis & Partners
Klarna has partnered with John Lewis & Partners to offer its “Pay in 3” BNPL service, allowing customers to spread payments over 60 days with no interest accrued.
Mastercard Pay Local to Enable Card-Based Payments Via Local Digital Wallets
Mastercard Pay Local extends digital payment access to over 35 million merchants in Asia Pacific and other regions, enhancing payment options for both local consumers and international travellers.
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