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In the fast-paced realm of financial services, digital transformation is reshaping the competitive landscape. The emergence of digital disruptors has redefined customer expectations, emphasising the n...
In the rapidly evolving world of global finance, cross-border transactions are undergoing a transformative shift, marked by technological advancements and changing market demands. Here are our predic...
Having traveled through Malaysia recently, I made heavy use of Grab. In Singapore, it is not necessary, of course. We travel by public transport and leg it when we want to eat out. But it is a boon to...
The introduction of stablecoins has highlighted a decades-old problem: despite all the tech innovations and dynamics, the payment sector remains slow, unfair, and opaque. They pointed up the need to f...
This year’s Merchant Payment Ecosystem (MPE) conference in Berlin was nothing short of exceptional! MPE really is the leading trade show in the merchant world, igniting conversations among fintech lea...
Every year, March 22nd marks a somewhat solemn reflection on the state of the world’s water security. The bedrock of all known life, water is a fundamental need for all communities, depicted throughou...
Card issuers have a critical role to play in the drive to create a more inclusive financial system. And thanks to advances in technology, they are getting better and better at fulfilling that importan...
Following National Child Exploitation Awareness Day, it is important to note that the online child sexual exploitation (CSE) model has shifted with social media. What we once thought could only take p...
After years of decision-making, discussion, and delays, ISO 20022 is finally happening. The wide variety of legacy message and data formats that all institutional and corporate entities use to make or...
The Middle East, long recognised for its rich history, diverse culture, and strategic geopolitical importance, is now emerging as a hub for cross-border payments, facilitating seamless financial trans...
Open Banking is under continuous discussion and implementation in OECD and European markets. This post provides a brief operator view from the Global South, a region of massive opportunity and diver...
Gift cards have been a mainstay in the traditional retail industry since their inception in the 30s, first introduced as ‘gift certificates’. They become the reliable go-to grab at the checkout counte...