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News

Fintech Funding Accelerates in Jordan

Fintech funding in Jordan attracted US$26 million between 2018 and 2022, becoming one of the top investment targets.

News

SumUp Raises $300M in Growth Funding

British fintech startup SumUp has raised a fresh funding round that brings the company valuation close to $8.6 billion.

Fintech & Ecommerce

JPMorgan Payments Processes Record Number of Operations in Europe

JPMorgan Payments processed a record number of financial card transactions in Europe last Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

News

Škoda Launches Pay to Fuel Service

Drivers of Škoda ICE vehicles in select European countries are now able to pay for fuel via their in-car dashboard touchscreen using the Pay to Fuel service.

News

Payment Ring Users Won’t Replace It With Another Payment Method

Nine in ten European payment ring users prefer this payment method to all others, according to a recent survey.

Finance & Economics

Chinese Borrowers Reportedly Face Ban on Mobile Payments

Media reports that in China, millions of local consumers are faced with the problem of blocking access to mobile payment apps.

Articles

How Deepfake Scams Affect the Payment Industry and What Can Be Done

Deepfake imposters are increasingly targeting unsuspecting victims, raising alarm among all payment industry players. How do you protect your organisation and clients from highly realistic online masks and voices generated by computer technology? 

News

Research: Americans Embrace Cryptocurrency While Brits Remain Sceptical

A new report by Mintel reveals that Americans have much more positive attitudes towards cryptocurrency than UK consumers. Meanwhile, Brits are far more cautious about their investments due to the recent cost of living crisis.

News

Visa Reveals What Extra Benefits Travellers Are Willing to Pay For

Visa Global Travel Intentions Study discovered that there are no signs of travel rebound, despite rising costs. The report also reveals payment trends associated with both domestic and international trips.

Fintech & Ecommerce

PayGround Raises More Than $19 Million

PayGround managed to raise investment funds for $19.7 million following the results of the Series A financing round.

Articles

Payment Gateway vs. Payment Orchestration: A Comparative Analysis

The payment industry is in a constant state of evolution, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. As payment service providers (PSPs) seek to stay ahead in this dynamic landscape, they often face a critical decision: whether to stick with traditional payment gateways or embrace the emerging concept of payment orchestration.

Fintech & Ecommerce

PaymentSense Intends to Obtain Irish Money Licence

In the foreseeable future, competition may intensify in the payment sector in Ireland, as the British-based company PaymentSense plans to apply to the Central Bank of the said country for a license for electronic money.

News

Remittance Inflows Surge in Kenya

In October, Kenyans who work and live abroad sent home Sh2.3 billion more than Sh51.89 billion ($340.4 million) in remittance registered in Kenya in September.

News

Mastercard JV to Process Domestic Payments in China

Mastercard joint entity in China received formal approval from the People’s Bank of China and the National Administration of Financial Regulation to start processing domestic payments in the country.

Articles

Finding The Right Platform Payment Platform For Your Needs

Digital payments have never been easier to do and harder to understand. Every major retailer and most minor ones will accept online payments whether you’re just buying for yourself or doing business, but the number of payment options out there is increasing every year.

Articles

Akurateco is proud to announce its strategic partnership with HAYVN Pay

A global white-label payment solutions provider, Akurateco, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with HAYVN Pay, a regulated cryptocurrency payment solution for businesses, corporations, and institutions worldwide.

Payments are the transfer of money between two parties in exchange for goods, services, or to settle obligations. They can be made through various online and offline methods like cash, cards, bank transfers, mobile wallets, or digital currencies. Payments are foundational to the fintech industry. They represent the most frequent and essential financial interaction between individuals, businesses, and institutions. In fintech, innovations in payments focus on making transactions faster, affordable, more secure, and inclusive. These money transfers are often the entry point for broader digital financial services, such as lending, insurance, or investment, and play a key role in driving financial inclusion and global commerce.