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SUMMARY:PA@Leeds May 2025
DESCRIPTION:In May\, we travel to Leeds…\nWe are hitting the road once again May’s edition of PA@TheCity… introducing PA@Leeds! \nWe are delighted to be partnering with EY and Fintech North 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. \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 6th May\nTime: 18:00 – 20:00 GMT+1\nVenue: EY LLP\, 12 Wellington Place\, Leeds\, LS1 4AP\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. \nPlease note: You must work within the financial/payments/FinTech industry (or have a relevant connection to one of these industries) to attend this event. Non-member registrations will be reviewed and may be declined if we feel you don’t fit the criteria. \nEvent Sponsor: \n \n  \nEvent Partner:
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/paleeds-may-2025/
LOCATION:EY\, EY LLP\, 12 Wellington Place\, Leeds\, LS1 4AP\, 12 Wellington Place\, Leeds\, LS1 4AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:PA@TheCity
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SUMMARY:Rewiring the cross-border payments paradigm: Risk and security in correspondent banking
DESCRIPTION: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 multiple parties\, currencies and legal systems\, new technologies and solutions are emerging to better support the process and upset the paradigm. In this webinar\, we’ll explore how new counterparty risk software in particular is transforming cross-border payments and correspondent banking via tools including AI\, machine learning\, and real-time data analytics. We’ll discuss how these innovations could increase transparency\, reduce fraud\, and mitigate risk\, ultimately driving efficiency and trust in global payment systems.  \nJoin this webinar to explore the use cases\, challenges and opportunities including:   \n\nFilling the technology gaps in core bank systems and digital bank platforms by allowing rules to be automated across the cross-border ecosystem. \n\n\nCounterparty risk solutions that work with a new global single shared platform. Do these new solutions impact transparency and security in cross-border payments? Are we heading toward more decentralized payment systems or does this improve how we move funds today?  \n\n\nWith global regulatory requirements continuously evolving\, how can organisations evolve their own best practices and adopt new software to remain compliant across markets? \n\n\nHow has the development of AI and machine learning improved the accuracy and efficiency of risk assessments in cross-border payments? How could AI help manage legal risks\, and how do we balance the benefits of using AI with the hazards of a rapidly evolving technology?  \n\n\nWhere are the biggest innovations happening in counterparty risk management in the near future?  \n\n\nHow could the evolution of counterparty risk software impact traditional correspondent banking relationships?  \n\n  \nSpeakers
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/rewiring-the-cross-border-payments-paradigm-risk-and-security-in-correspondent-banking/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250513T100000
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SUMMARY:The Payments Association Regulations 101 - Online Training Course\, May 2025
DESCRIPTION: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 regulations and standards (e.g. GDPR\, incl. SCHREMS II\, PCI DSS and others)\, and their potential overlaps. \nIt will also give an appreciation of the various types of licenses and permissions (and the relevant regulatory bodies) that need to be obtained by the various players in the ecosystems. Where possible\, it will also give an overview of relevant regulations outside of Europe. \nPayments 101 (or similar experience) is a prerequisite\, as payments fundamentals and terminology knowledge is assumed. We highly recommend attending our Payments 101 course beforehand if you don’t have enough relevant experience in the field of Regulation. \nThe course combines presenter-led sessions and thought-provoking videos. Drawing on real life examples\, it weaves together the underpinning principles of legislation and other rules\, with practical considerations. \nCourse content for Part 1: \nPAYMENTS ECOSYSTEMS RECAP (Cards and non-cards) \n\nEcosystem Recap & Strategic Considerations\nRegulatory landscape overview – where regulations fit in\n\nPAYMENTS REGULATIONS \n\nSEPA: what is it\, where does it all fit in?\nPSD2\, including IFR\nOpen Banking\nAnti-Money Laundering\nAuthorised Push Payment (APP) Fraud Prevention\nCBDC\, Stablecoins\, Crypto & Other Considerations\n\nCourse content for Part 2: \nPAYMENTS LICENSES \n\nAISPs\, PISPs\, Open Banking registration (UK)\nPayment Institution Licenses (API\, SPI)\ne-Money Licenses (EMI\, SEMI)\nPractical Examples (e.g. access to RTGS\, e.g. money remitters\, crypto\, FCA register\, etc.)\nCard Scheme Memberships\n\nSECURITY & PRIVACY REGULATIONS \n\nGDPR (incl. ­EU-US Privacy Shield – Schrems II)\nOnline Harms Bill\n­PCI DSS\n3D Secure\nPractical & strategic considerations (e.g. overlaps with other regulations\, permissions\, etc.)\n\nWho should attend? \n\nThis course is suitable for those who have already attended Payments 101 (or gained similar experience)\, as payments fundamentals/terminology knowledge is assumed.\n\n\nFinTech organisations or technology companies needing to get a grasp on all aspects of payments regulations they are trying to incorporate into their business models\n\nWhat will you gain? \n\nAn in-depth snapshot to the applicable regulations in the payments industry\nBetter understanding of how it all fits together and the ability to ask the right questions\nTake-away reference material you will be able to use for a long time\n\n\nSpeaker: Neira Jones\, FBCS\, MsC\nNeira advises organisations of all sizes on payments\, fintech\, regtech\, cybercrime\, information security\, regulations (e.g. PSD2\, GDPR\, AML) and digital innovation. More than 20 years in financial services and technology made her believe in change through innovation & partnerships. She always strives to demystify the hype surrounding current issues and also enjoys her work as an expert witness. She likes engaging on social media and regularly addresses global audiences as a keynote speaker or chair person. \nTestimonials: \n\nAn entertaining and engaging course.\nReally informative\, real life examples and news feeds which give you an overview of how companies are dealing with certain regulations.\nIt was a very good course with a very good speaker with a lot of knowledge about the subject. I would definitely recommend this.\nVery informative and managed to neatly pull together the strands of the regulatory environment in a digestible way. I would recommend the course to compliance professionals or senior managers who need to understand the breadth of regulation that impacts the payments industry and their firm.\n\nThis course is CPD accredited.  In order to receive accreditation for the course\, you must attend the full course.  \nPlease contact Cristina Gaitens at cristina.gaitens@thepaymentsassociation.org with any queries.
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/the-payments-association-regulations-101-online-training-course-may-2025/
CATEGORIES:Regulations 101,Training
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SUMMARY:Transforming the UK’s Payments Infrastructure: exploring a new operating model
DESCRIPTION: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 competition to the UK’s payments infrastructure: the Distributed Operating Model. \nDeveloped by members of our Advisory Board in collaboration with UK Finance\, this approach is part of wider efforts by HM Treasury’s Vision Engagement Group (VEG) and the Payments Vision Delivery Committee (PVDC) to implement the National Payments Vision. \nJoin us to hear from leading voices in the industry and share your views on how this new model could reshape competition\, commercial structures\, governance\, and the role of institutions. \nWorkshop Details: \n\nFacilitator: Riccardo Tordera\, Director of Government Affairs and Policy\, TPA\nSpeakers:\n\nPaul Horlock\, Chief Payments Officer\, Santander UK\nJohn Howells\, CEO\, Link\nTony Craddock\, Director General\, TPA\n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nDiscover a fresh alternative to the current payments operating model\nExplore what this means in practice for institutions and the wider ecosystem\nContribute your insights and help refine the approach before it is submitted to the VEG and PVDC\n\nThis session is ideal for professionals with a keen interest in the structure\, strategy\, and future of UK payments. \nWe hope you’ll join us in this important conversation\, as we set out to provide a catalyst for creating a more effective payments infrastructure. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Thursday 15th May 2025\nTime: 09.30 – 11.00 BST\nWhere: Online (Zoom) \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/transforming-the-uks-payments-infrastructure-exploring-a-new-operating-model/
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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SUMMARY:Have Your Say: Crypto & Stablecoin Regulatory Developments
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\n\nHMT Draft Statutory Instrument – Future financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassetsRead here \n\n\nFCA Discussion Paper 25/1 – Regulating cryptoasset activitiesRead here \n\n\nWhy does it matter?Stablecoins and crypto are firmly back on the legislative and regulatory agenda. This is a key moment — what we say now will help shape the UK’s future regulatory landscape. Members have different interests at stake\, and this session will help us understand those differences so we can reflect them in our engagement and responses. \nWho should attend?This is open to the Digital Currencies and Regulator Working Groups\, and also all member banks\, law firms\, consultancies\, plus tech firms not already in those working groups. If we have merchants who use crypto\, they’d be particularly valuable voices in the conversation. \nWhat will members gain?A clearer understanding of where regulation is headed\, and — more importantly — the opportunity to influence how the association responds. If members want their views reflected in the next stage of regulatory development\, this is the moment to speak up. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Monday 19th May 2025\nTime: 14.00 – 15.30 BST\nWhere: Online (Zoom) \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/have-your-say-crypto-stablecoin-regulatory-developments/
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250520T080000
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SUMMARY:Breakfast in the Boardroom For C-Suite
DESCRIPTION: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 you do not meet the registration critera. \n  \nOur C-suite Breakfast in the Boardroom aims to explore the biggest challenges and opportunities in a dramatically changing landscape by facilitating high-level discussions over breakfast.  \nDriving sustainable growth is key to building a successful business\, but what does that mean in 2025?  \n  \nA Technological Roadmap  \n\nWhat are your top strategic priorities over the next five years? \n\n\nHow are you integrating AI and advanced technologies into your operations? What challenges have you faced in its implementation? \n\n\nHow do you identify emerging opportunities and build operational resilience? What risks should be considered during digital transformation? \n\n   \nA resilient workforce  \n\nHow are you fostering collaboration across your teams? How can you optimise this process? \n\n\nWhat strategies are you using to create a competitive workplace environment\, and how do you measure success in talent development and retention? \n\n\nHow are you addressing the growing skills gap in the financial services sector? \n\n   \nA changing regulatory environment  \n\nAs regulations become more stringent\, how do you balance compliance with innovation? \n\n\nWhat are the consequences of the PSR abolishment and how do you expect this to change the way we approach sanctions\, AML and fraud in the UK? \n\n\nHow are you assessing the geopolitical risks when crossing borders? How have the changes in US policies affected compliance requirements? \n\n  \nJoin us on Tuesday 20 May for a morning of high-level discussion\, networking and strategic insight into how you as C-suite leaders are tackling the challenges and seizing the opportunities in an ever-changing landscape.  \nThis session will provide a platform for thought leaders to exchange ideas\, build connections and explore solutions to drive success through 2025 and beyond.  \n  \nAgenda:    \n08.15am Breakfast & registration     \n08.45am Introduction by facilitators   \n09.00am Roundtables    \n10.00am End of event     \n  \nFacilitators:  \n  \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/breakfast-in-the-boardroom-for-c-suite/
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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SUMMARY:The VEG’s Proposals for Governance and Funding of the UK’s Future Payments Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nLast week HM Treasury\, on behalf of the Payments Vision Delivery Committee\, invited members of the Vision Engagement Group to share industry’s views about what the future governance and funding of this infrastructure should look like. This work is led by two members of the Engagement Group and coordinated by UK Finance and must be completed and submitted to the PVDC by Friday May 31st. This will help the PVDC to prepare the Chancellor for an announcement in her Mansion House Speech in July (we hope). \n  \nYou are invited to join a 90 minute workshop to share your feedback on the draft proposals that should be drafted by the UKF team by the end of this week. Facilitated by TPA’s Director General Tony Craddock and with the support of the CEO of LINK\, John Howells\, this workshop will include breakout sessions into small groups which will discuss different components of the draft. Your comments will then be shared centrally and afterwards compiled and shared with UKF’s team later the same day. Participants who have registered for this workshop will receive a draft of the paper as soon as it is ready\, possibly by or over this coming weekend. \n  \nThe paper being developed will be underpinned by the government’s objectives in the National Payments Vision\, particularly; \n– The need for the UK’s infrastructure to serve equitably a diverse array of market actors\, both in terms of functionality and access \n– The importance of innovation to support better outcomes for all market users\, and greater competition and choice in the making of payments \n– Ensuring the safety of the UK’s payments system and the importance of system resilience \n  \nSpecifically\, the PVDC is considering effective governance structures to support coordinated design and delivery of future retail payments infrastructure changes. This will include; \n– An outline of the roles and responsibilities of industry and wider participants and payment systems operator\, plus lines of accountability\, to deliver the strategy set by authorities \n– Consideration of whether the change design and delivery function could and should be split out from the day-to-day operation of the current schemes and systems – and if so\, how to manage any resultant risks from splitting control of these functions. \nPlease come to the workshop willing to make an active contribution and have a point of view to share in the workshop on payments infrastructure. Please only attend if you have read the draft that you will be sent in advance\, and (ideally) have prepared your comments beforehand. \n  \nFacilitator: Tony Craddock\, Director General\, TPA \nSpeakers: John Howells\, CEO\, Link \n  \nWhy Attend? \n– Influence the governance and funding structure of the UK’s future payments infrastructure \n– Explore what this means in practice for institutions and the wider ecosystem \n– Contribute your insights and help refine the approach before it is submitted to the VEG and PVDC \n  \nThis session is ideal for professionals with a keen interest in the structure\, strategy\, and future of UK payments. \nWe hope you’ll join us in this important conversation as we work together to create a more effective and forward-looking payments infrastructure \n 
URL:https://thepaymentsassociation.org/event/the-vegs-proposals-for-governance-and-funding-of-the-uks-future-payments-infrastructure/
CATEGORIES:Policy/Stakeholder Engagement Events
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