Purpose of the Workshop This workshop will explore how innovations in FX, fiat liquidity, and stablecoins are transforming international B2B payments. It will provide cutting-edge insights from industry leaders and
As customer expectations evolve into non-negotiable demands for seamless, real-time experiences, the global payments ecosystem is under unprecedented pressure to integrate new technologies into core infrastructures swiftly, securely and cost-effectively.
While the growth in cross-border payments, driven by globalisation, the rise of faster payment schemes, e-commerce and technological advances, brings undeniable benefits to citizens, businesses and other organisations, it also
Our most popular networking event returns to London at a NEW VENUE! Join your fellow members for an evening of networking at the HPE Offices between 18:00 – 20:00 GMT+1.
Event OverviewInnovation is rightly a big focus across the payments ecosystem — including for the PSR, which has a primary objective to promote the development of, and innovation in, payment
UK SME survey shows open banking intrigues merchants with faster, cheaper payments, but gaps in awareness and security fears slow adoption.
Join us for a focused engagement session with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as they present their proposals under Consultation Paper CP25/13, aimed at improving the way firms report customer
Today’s consumers demand seamless, instant and transparent payment experiences, whether they’re sending money abroad or making international purchases. Yet, cross-border payment processes are still often very clunky and slow. With
About the Session We’re hosting a follow-up evidence session on the Consumer Standard of Care (CSoC) at the Payment Systems Regulator. This 90-minute discussion is a vital opportunity for members
This two-day course covers the fundamentals of the card payments ecosystems. The first day covers the mechanics of card payments, introducing ecosystem actors and mechanisms (e.g. authorisation, clearing and settlement),
The first priority of the National Payments Vision is to define how the payments infrastructure that underpins retail instant payments in the UK should evolve in the years ahead.
Cross-border payments are being reshaped by new tech, regulation, and partnerships—but legacy risks still demand smarter compliance.
What is this event?A 1.5-hour member session diving into recent UK regulatory developments on crypto. We’ll be discussing two key publications: HMT Draft Statutory Instrument – Future financial services regulatory
Join your fellow members back in London at our popular networking event – establish new contacts and sales leads The event will run between 18:00 – 20:00 BST and is
This report presents data-driven insights from a major industry survey, highlighting the key trends, risks, and priorities shaping payments in 2025.
As the global economy becomes more interconnected, the demand for seamless cross-border payments and innovative digital wallet solutions is reaching new heights. Staying ahead in this fast-evolving landscape requires an
We’re pleased to invite you to a 90-minute workshop exploring a new approach that builds on the best of what we have and adds additional strong levels of innovation and
Please note: This event is designed specifically for C-level professionals or equivalent. In order for this to be as valuable as possible, we may decline your registration if we feel
This Regulations 101 training course will cover payments regulations and frameworks (e.g. SEPA, PSD2, IFR, Open Banking, AML and other financial crime related regulations) as well as privacy and security
In this episode of the Insights podcast from The Payments Association, Director General Tony Craddock sits down with Gary Palmer, CEO of Payall, to explore the sweeping changes underway in cross-border payments and correspondent banking. Gary shares hard-hitting insights from his 25+ years in the industry, highlighting why the current trust-based, manual processes are no longer fit for purpose and how technology is finally catching up.
Members are invited to join our evidence session to gather members’ views on the future of the regulatory set-up for payments. Why Attend? Contributing to the design of regulatory frameworks
Open finance is expanding data-sharing beyond banking, reshaping payments, lending, and financial services worldwide.
Could a cross-border transaction ever be as low risk as a domestic one? While cross-border payments have typically been seen as more complex and risk-prone, due to the involvement of
A Submission for HMT from Tony Craddock, Director General of The Payments Association (TPA) and Vision Engagement Group member. Working with UK Finance and Innovate Finance we have adapted the
Members of The Payments Association are invited to join the Payment Systems Regulator’s (PSR) roundtable at PAY360 to discuss where future innovation in payments is coming from in the UK
As the global economy becomes more interconnected, the demand for seamless cross-border payments and innovative digital wallet solutions is reaching new heights. Staying ahead in this fast-evolving landscape requires an
The FCA is considering its approach to the future regulation of contactless payments and the current regulatory limits. This is an opportunity for payment providers, third party providers and others
This two-day course covers the fundamentals of the card payments ecosystems. The first day covers the mechanics of card payments, introducing ecosystem actors and mechanisms (e.g. authorisation, clearing and settlement),
Open banking holds promise for e-commerce, but its success depends on targeted use cases, merchant incentives, and consumer trust.
This Regulations 101 training course will cover payments regulations and frameworks (e.g. SEPA, PSD2, IFR, Open Banking, AML and other financial crime related regulations) as well as privacy and security
In May, we travel to Leeds… We are hitting the road once again May’s edition of PA@TheCity… introducing PA@Leeds! We are delighted to be partnering with EY and Fintech North
HMRC have opened a Consultation on a rewrite of its guidance associated with the VAT treatment applicable to financial services. (current version accessible here) HMRC’s stated intention is to provide
Join your fellow members back in London at our popular networking event – establish new contacts and sales leads The event will run between 18:00 – 20:00 BST and is
The EU’s shift to open banking and finance presents both opportunities and challenges, demanding a balance between innovation, security, and regulation.
The urgency to mitigate climate change means an increasing demand for accountability from companies, including those in the digital payments sector. As this sector expands, so too does its carbon footprint,
Discover how AI-driven innovation, blockchain advancements, and evolving consumer behaviours are reshaping the payments industry.
Presenting The Payments Manifesto 2025 The Payments Association exclusively welcomes members to a networking reception event held at the House of Commons, to present The Payments Manifesto 2025. PA@Westminster sponsored
Please note: You must be registered for Financial Crime 360 to attend this event. If you aren’t registered for Financial Crime 360, your registration will be declined. This interactive workshop
In an increasingly competitive space, building brand and influence (both internally and externally) are essential tools for success. This Breakfast in the Boardroom session will examine effectively utilising influence in
Join us for this important 1-hour session where we tackle one of the most pressing issues in APP fraud regulation—the PSR’s Customer Standard of Caution (CSC) approach. CSC emerged as
The urgency to mitigate climate change means an increasing demand for accountability from companies, including those in the digital payments sector. As this sector expands, so too does its carbon footprint,
This workshop is an opportunity for TPA members to hear more about the PSR’s Mid-Strategy review, including the key findings and proposed next steps for the PSR. The PSR will
The dream of fostering a borderless financial ecosystem is slowly becoming a reality as we transform the way we move money with mobile wallets. One of the latest steps forward
Payments Association has released a report, “Transforming the UK’s Payments Infrastructure,” proposing a revamp of the UK’s payments. The paper argues that the current system of account-to-account (A2A) payments hinders
An independent paper setting out how to build commercial parity between card scheme and account-to-account rails that creates better outcomes for consumers and merchants. From a group of members of
Bahrain mandates corporate APIs in open banking, boosting fintech innovation and SME financial access.
De-risking endangers financial inclusion, driving MSBs out and boosting unregulated markets, calling for urgent reform.
