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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240903T180000
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SUMMARY:PA@Edinburgh September 2024
DESCRIPTION:In September\, we travel to Edinburgh…\nNon-members should submit their interest in attending here – Please note: You must work within the financial/payments/FinTech industry (or have a relevant connection to one of these industries) to attend this event. Your submission will be reviewed and we will be in touch to let you know whether your registration has been accepted. \nWe are hitting the road once again as we travel to Scotland for September’s edition of PA@TheCity… introducing PA@Edinburgh! \nWe are delighted to be partnering with Fintech Scotland to welcome an audience from around the UK for an evening of networking\, key insights\, getting business done and making new connections within the payments industry. The evening will be hosted by Daniel Johnson MSP\, Labour Spokesperson on Economy\, Business and Fair Work\, who will give a short welcome speech. \nThe in-person networking drinks reception will run between 18:00 – 20:00 GMT+1. Drinks\, on us\, will be flowing all evening\, and canapes will be served. \n\nDate: Tuesday 3rd September\nTime: 18:00 – 20:00 GMT+1 (Registration open from 17:30 – 18:15. Please allow 30 minutes to clear security)\nVenue: The Scottish Parliament (The Holyrood Room)\, Horse Wynd\, Edinburgh\, EH99 1SP\n\nSimply show your invitation\, pick up your badge and join us for a drink or two to catch up with old friends and engage other members of The Payments Association and some of their guests. \nThis isn’t the first time we have taken PA@TheCity on the road\, but we plan to do so more often and invite you to look out for more nationwide events. Based in London but have an office in Edinburgh / surrounding areas? Feel free to send this on to colleagues in other offices to attend in your place. \n  \nEvent Partner: \n \n\nPlease email cristina.gaitens@thepaymentsassociation.org if you have any access or dietary requirements.   For venue accessibility information please visit: https://www.parliament.scot/visit/plan-your-visit/accessibility-guide.
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/paedinburgh-september-2024/
LOCATION:The Scottish Parliament\, The Scottish Parliament (Holyrood Room)\, Horse Wynd\, Edinburgh\, Edinburgh\, EH99 1SP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:PA@TheCity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T150000
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SUMMARY:Bridging the gap: where next for financial inclusion in the UK?
DESCRIPTION:It’s been ten years since the last big report on Financial Inclusion in the UK. Over the last decade\, the financial services industry has evolved rapidly with new and innovative technologies helping to tackle financial exclusion. These new solutions are helping to drive inclusive financial solutions and expanding their reach and social impact. Yet the affects of the pandemic\, and continuing cost of living challenges over the past few years mean many people are still financially underserved or excluded not only from these innovations but from appropriate financial services. \nWe discuss what has changed\, but more importantly\, what gaps remain? And what should be the main priorities to tackle financial exclusion over the next five years? \nPooja Bhachu\, TPA’s Inclusion Working Group Lead & Director\, Public Policy at Mastercard\, will be discussing the group’s work on Community Finance and what the next generation of inclusive financial services could look like. \nJoin the webinar to: \n\n\n\nUnderstand how financial exclusion has changed over the past ten years; the progress we’ve made but what gaps still remain.\nExamine and understand how payment systems act as the foundation for innovation that support financial inclusion\nExplore how new payment innovations\, including in the fintech space\, could help support the changing nature of financial exclusion and the main gaps both now and in the future.\n\n\n\nAgenda \n14:00 Welcome remarks   \n14:10 Panel Discussion with Live Q&A \n14:55 Closing remarks \n15:00 Finish \n  \nSpeakers \n   \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/bridging-the-gap-where-next-for-financial-inclusion-in-the-uk/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T005502
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SUMMARY:PSR Horizon-Scanning In-Person Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This horizon-scanning workshop is an opportunity for members of TPA to discuss with the PSR what we consider to be priorities in the short to medium term\, and what we see as key developments in payments. The session will allow plenty of time for questions and discussion\, and we would welcome TPA members’ views on what they see as important in payments\, any concerns\, and any areas where they think regulatory involvement would be beneficial. \nThis will be an opportunity to bring together a variety of viewpoints from across the payments industry for an open discussion on payments and future priorities for the PSR as well as for TPA members. We would welcome attendance from anyone working in payments who is interested in a discussion with the PSR on horizon scanning and likely developments in payments. \n**Please note there are only 30 spaces available at this in-person event. This is one attendee per member company. Your ticket may be declined if someone from your company is already registered. If this is the case\, please get in touch with malik.smith@thepaymentsassociation.org to discuss who you would like to attend.
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/psr-horizon-in-person-scanning-workshop/
LOCATION:PSR Offices – 12 Endeavour Square\, London E20 1JN\, PSR Offices - 12 Endeavour Square\, London\, E20 1JN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T005502
CREATED:20240905T092725Z
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SUMMARY:Have your say: Faster Payments APP scams: Changing the maximum level of reimbursement
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we propose changes responding to the PSR new consultation on the maximum reimbursement level for APP scams\, effective from 7 October 2024. The new proposed cap is £85\,000\, aligning with the FSCS limit\, replacing the previous £415\,000 cap. \nIn this session we will be gathering your viewpoints to feed into the consultation\, which we will submit on the 18th of September. \nEvent details: \n\nDate: Thursday\, 12 September 2024\nTime: 16.00 – 17.00 GMT+1\nWhere: Online (Zoom)
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/have-your-say-faster-payments-app-scams-changing-the-maximum-level-of-reimbursement/
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260619T005502
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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:20240919T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T153000
DTSTAMP:20260619T005502
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SUMMARY:The new APP fraud rules: What they mean for consumers\, fraudsters and the UK
DESCRIPTION:The Payments Association and We Fight Fraud have produced an impactful documentary that conveys the real impact of the PSR’s incoming rules to tackle APP fraud. It includes interviews with stakeholders\, key experts and\, crucially\, with an active criminal and a victim of fraud. We Fight Fraud highlight the ease with which unscrupulous characters could take advantage of the new PSR regulations on APP fraud through interviews with criminals focusing on how they view the changes and will seize on the opportunities. \nHear directly from the criminals themselves on how they’ll exploit the new regulations. Understand the ease with which this could be done\, and the consequences to the flow of payments. Is it something they could further exploit – if so\, how? \nThis documentary will be followed by a live audience debate. \nView the trailer below. \n\nInterviews in the documentary include: \n\nKate Fitzgerald\, Head of Policy\, PSR\nMatthew Wright\, TV presenter and victim\nFraudster “Johnson”\nAndy Gould\, T/Commander City of London Police Cyber & Economic Crime & Interpol Global Cybercrime Expert\nWarren Atkinson\, Course leader at the School of Law and Policing at the University of Central Lancashire\, and former Head of Economic Crime at Lancashire Police\nHugo Remi\, CEO\, Cardaq\nBen Agnew\, CEO\, The Payments Association\nJane Jee\, Director of Jee Associates Limited and Working Group Lead for Financial Crime\, The Payments Association
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/new-app-fraud-documentary/
LOCATION:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/new-app-fraud-documentary/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240924T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240924T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T005502
CREATED:20240801T082810Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast in the Boardroom... with product professionals - September 2024
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast in the Boardroom: The Product Edition \nCreating a successful product requires careful planning\, research\, and effective decision-making. As a product owner\, you must constantly adjust to the changing market needs and regulatory requirements to deliver a compliant product with market-leading features. \nJoin us for breakfast with product experts to learn how to effectively overcome the major challenges in the product development process. \n  \nUnderstanding your market potential \n\nHow do you identify commercially viable opportunities within your market? How do you identify your untapped market and make your product accessible to all?\nIn a challenging economy\, how do you effectively pitch your product to a skeptical investor or your leadership?\nHow do you measure market risk and map potential success? How accurate is your process?\n\n  \nKeeping to timelines and adapting along the way \n\nHow do you build a compelling story around your product? What are your USPs?\nWhat do you need to build an accurate timeline? How do you forecast accurately but also incorporate any delays?\nHow do you collaborate and lead cross departmental projects to build your product? How do you lead without the title or the authority?\n\n  \nLaunching with impact and maintaining your lead \n\nHow do you effectively test your product with the market? What are your points of assessment and measures of success?\nWhat are the latest regulatory requirements you need to consider? What are the potential risks and how do you prepare for them?\nHow do you consistently adapt and develop your product to match consumer needs? How do you benchmark success?\n\n  \nConfirmed facilitator: \n  \n  \nAgenda: \n8.15am Breakfast & registration \n8.45am Introduction by product insiders \n9.00am Roundtable discussion \n10.00am End of event \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/breakfast-in-the-boardroom-with-product-professionals/
LOCATION:De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms\, 61-65 Great Street\, WC2B 5DA\, De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms\, London\, WC2B 5DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Breakfast in the Boardroom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240927T120000
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SUMMARY:FCA Complaints Reporting Review deep dive session - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to provide you with another session to engage directly with the regulator. \nJoin the FCA and TPA policy team on September 27th between 11.00 – 12.00 BST. The FCA has requested us to reconvene members to discuss the Complaints Reporting Review in a second session as a continuation from the session held on 4th July. \nThe purpose of this further engagement meeting will be to focus on the FCA’s updates regarding improvements to complaints reporting process\, and it’s important you join and have your say. \n  \nBackground \nComplaints Reporting Review: Scope of the project \nThe FCA is undertaking a comprehensive review of the complaints reported by regulated firms. The focus is on the returns themselves and not on the firms that report complaints. \n  \nReasons for the Review \nComplaints are reported by firms across a number of different returns (the main one being DISP 1\, though there are several others). Some firms may currently complete several returns at different intervals (6-monthly and annually). This can present challenges to the firms providing their complaints data\, and to the FCA in seeking to understand the complaints data that firms have provided\, for example: \n\nspotting trends in complaints data on a timelier basis\nreceiving complaints data which is sufficiently granular\, depending on the size of firm reporting them and the number of complaints reported\nwhether the frequency with which complaints are reported by different firms affects the quality of reported data and is proportionate for some firms\nwhether the current reporting process is simple and accessible enough for firms.\n\n  \nPotential areas for improving complaints reporting \nThe FCA is considering ways in which to tackle the issues above and would welcome firms’ input on their experience of the existing complaints reporting system and on what changes we may want to make\, including: \n\nConsolidating a number of existing returns that a number of firms have to complete into a single return which allows the FCA to capture the most relevant complaints data. The format of the single return will be tested for accessibility and ease of use by firms\nMoving away from group reporting to facilitate firms being asked for their complaints data on an individual basis\nPotentially increasing the frequency with which data is reported using the consolidated return\nPotentially taking a more ‘dynamic’ approach to complaints reporting to be more proportionate with the burden of reporting on firms with no or few complaints\, while ensuring that the FCA receives better quality and more granular data from firms in receipt of more complaints\nConsidering the current product/service categorisation of complaints on returns and seeking views from firms on how this compares to the categorisation of complaints data on firms’ reporting systems\, and where improvements could be made.\n\n  \nWhat input does the FCA need from industry? \nThe FCA would value support from firms to help shape the future of complaints reporting. The FCA are hoping TPA members’ firms will have useful insights to share that can be incorporated into the reporting process and can provide feedback as the FCA’s proposals develop. The FCA has asked TPA to organise this further roundtable of their members to facilitate further feedback \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/fca-complaints-reporting-review-deep-dive-session-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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