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SUMMARY:Stopping fraud before it happens: Strategies for chargebacks\, refund abuse\, and policy misuse
DESCRIPTION:Purpose\nIn this session\, we’ll be rewriting the rulebook on fraud prevention. Specifically\, by joining this session\, you’ll learn how merchants can harness new approaches and data intelligence to: \n\nPrevent fraud before it happens\, rather than just reacting to it\nProtect revenue while improving payment acceptance and conversion rates\nResolve disputes faster and more fairly\, without unnecessary operational overheads\nimprove customer experience and build loyalty\n\nJoin us to explore how smarter strategies can give merchants an edge in a competitive market\, where preventing first-party fraud and protecting customer trust go hand-in-hand. \nDiscussion topics\n\nFocus on service fraud challenges: card fraud\, first-party fraud\, friendly fraud\, chargeback disputes\, and organised crime exploiting platform policies.\nKeep the session merchant-centred\, highlighting prevention strategies and practical approaches.\nEcosystem perspective: payments providers + merchants together.\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\nFraud prevention and compliance professionals\n\n\nRisk management teams at banks\, fintechs\, merchants\, and payment service providers\n\n\nOperations leads handling chargebacks and disputes\n\n\nPolicy designers and platform moderators\n\n\nRegulators
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/stopping-fraud-before-it-happens-strategies-for-chargebacks-refund-abuse-and-policy-misuse/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250902T140000
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SUMMARY:Cross-Border Liquidity: FX\, Fiat\, and the Role of Stablecoins
DESCRIPTION:Purpose of the Workshop\nThis 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 thought innovators. \nThe session will feed into a 10-page thought leadership whitepaper (October) and a follow-up webinar (October)\, forming part of a three-stage campaign led by The Payments Association and Payall. Selected quotes from participants may be featured in the whitepaper and promotional content. \n\nWhy Attend?\n\nContribute to shaping a whitepaper on cross-border liquidity innovation\nGain early insights on the role of stablecoins and new liquidity tools\nNetwork with industry peers and share your perspective\nBe part of an initiative responding to a major industry challenge:\n\nCross-border B2B payments remain inefficient\, opaque\, and expensive\nFX spreads\, fragmented infrastructure\, and lack of real-time liquidity are key pain points\n\n\n\n\nDiscussion Topics\n\nThe challenge of liquidity in cross-border B2B payments\nInnovations in FX and fiat infrastructure\nDemystifying stablecoins – Myths\, realities\, and practical use cases\nInfrastructure and the role of central banks\, fintechs\, and hybrid models\nPolicy and industry recommendations\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nBanks\, fintechs\, and PSPs\nCorporate treasurers\nRegulators and policymakers\nInfrastructure providers and technology innovators
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/cross-border-liquidity-fx-fiat-and-the-role-of-stablecoins/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T110000
DTSTAMP:20250110T110209Z
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SUMMARY:In the Mind of the Merchant: Top Challenges and Priorities for the Next 12 Months
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive session of the Payments Lab\, hosted by The Payments Association’s editorial team\, where leading merchants in the payments space gather to discuss the pressing challenges and priorities for the coming year. This focused roundtable offers a rare opportunity for merchants to share their strategic perspectives\, delve into the latest payment trends\, and collaborate on pioneering solutions to enhance payment experiences and efficiency. \n  \nPlease note: Attendance is limited to one representative per member company\, and participants must hold a senior position within their organisation\, such as Head of Payments or similar roles. Registration is subject to approval based on these criteria. \nWhy Attend: \n\nGain insights from top merchants on evolving payment landscapes\nParticipate in in-depth discussions on emerging payment technologies and innovations\nUnderstand critical issues like fraud prevention\, payment compliance\, and customer experience optimisation\nAddress key challenges such as managing payment costs\, navigating regulatory changes\, and adapting to shifts in consumer behaviour\nExplore solutions to streamline payment processes\, enhance security measures\, and improve the checkout experience\n\nA comprehensive summary of the roundtable will be featured in Payments Intelligence\, our member-exclusive publication\, offering in-depth analysis and key takeaways from the discussion. \n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry leaders and contribute to a dialogue that will shape the future of payments in the merchant sector. Secure your place now and stay at the cutting edge of payment innovation and leadership. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/in-the-mind-of-the-merchant-top-challenges-and-priorities-for-the-next-12-months/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T140000
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DTSTAMP:20250110T110953Z
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SUMMARY:Payments Lab: A deep dive into de-banking and de-risking in cross-border payments
DESCRIPTION:This event is a unique opportunity for members to debate de-banking and de-risking and understand the direction it may take within the realm of cross-border payments. Join The Payments Association\, Payall and experts from our Cross Border working group to find out what you can do about the phenomenon of de-banking and how to navigate the volatile environment. \nDe-banking will remain a significant constraint\, impacting both payment providers and the communities they serve\, for many years to come. Our speakers will build on past discussions on de-banking and offer compelling examples of the tech tools available to manage risk and how to navigate regulatory requirements and costs\, as well as conflicting demands. \nIf you wish to submit any questions ahead of the event please email Clara.Cohen@thepaymentsassociation.org \nSpeakers:
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/payments-lab-dissecting-the-future-of-global-de-banking/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240626T110000
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SUMMARY:In the Mind of the CEO: Top Challenges and Priorities for the Next 12 Months
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive Payments Lab session\, hosted by The Payments Association’s editorial team\, where CEOs from leading payments companies come together to discuss the key challenges and priorities for the industry over the next 12 months. This closed roundtable event offers a unique opportunity for CEOs to share their strategic insights\, explore emerging trends\, and collaborate on innovative solutions to drive the future of payments. \nPlease note: Spaces are limited to one person per member company\, and you must be a CEO to attend. Registration is subject to approval based on these criteria. \nWhy Attend: \n\nGain valuable perspectives from top industry leaders\nEngage in high-level discussions on the future of payments\nUnderstand the critical challenges and opportunities in the payments landscape\nContribute to shaping the direction of the payments industry\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nCEOs from payments companies\n\nA detailed writeup of the roundtable will be featured in Payments Intelligence\, our member-only publication\, providing exclusive insights and analysis from the discussion. \nDon’t miss this chance to be part of a thought-provoking dialogue that will inform our detailed article capturing the essence of the conversation and the results of interactive polls conducted throughout the session. \nSecure your spot today and be at the forefront of industry innovation and leadership. \n  \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/in-the-mind-of-the-ceo-top-challenges-and-priorities-for-the-next-12-months/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240528T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240528T150000
DTSTAMP:20250110T111343Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Overcoming De-banking in Cross-Border Payments: Strategies for Building a Robust Payments Business
DESCRIPTION:Join our upcoming “Payments Lab” online roundtable discussion on the current challenges surrounding cross-border payments with Gary Palmer\, CEO and Founder of Payall. \nThis event focuses on the increasing phenomenon of de-banking within the realm of cross-border payments\, why it’s happening\, what you can do about it.  Don’t miss out on key takeaways from the importance of finding new partners\, to compelling examples of automation tools and how to navigate regulatory requirements and costs – there are new\, valuable possibilities to protect your business in what is becoming an even more volatile and challenging environment. \n  \nSpeakers:
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/understanding-and-overcoming-de-banking-in-cross-border-payments-strategies-for-building-a-robust-payments-business/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231214T110000
DTSTAMP:20250110T112519Z
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SUMMARY:Payments Lab: Dissecting the Future Entity Working Group report to JROC: What next for open banking?
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday 14th December from 10:00 – 11:00 am GMT for our latest Payments Lab: Dissecting the Future Entity Working Group report to JROC: What next for open banking?’ \nThis event is a unique opportunity for members to engage with The Payments Association’s open banking experts that helped to shape the ‘Future Entity Working Group’ report\, providing recommendations for transition to a future open banking entity to the Joint Regulatory Oversight Committee (JROC). \nThe report was produced as a result of  extensive cross-industry collaboration between stakeholders across the payments value chain seeking to shape a future entity that supports JROC’s key priorities: \n\nEstablishing a sustainable and competitive footing for the ongoing development of the open banking ecosystem so that it can grow beyond the current functionalities and bring further benefits to end users\nUnlocking the potential for open banking payments\nAdopting a model that is scalable for future data-sharing propositions\n\nOur experts contributed across three working groups\, delivering recommendations on the design a future open banking entity focussing on: ‘funding’\, ‘capabilities’ and ‘governance’. \nOur speakers will dissect the findings of the report\, what it means for the industry\, including: \n\nKey report recommendations\nNext steps for industry stakeholders\nThe impact of the recent ‘Future of Payments Review’ and ‘National Payments Vision’\n\nIf you wish to submit any questions ahead of the event please email Jay.Bennett@thepaymentsassociation.org \n  \nSpeakers:
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/payments-lab-dissecting-the-jroc-report-what-next-for-open-banking/
CATEGORIES:Payments Lab
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