
Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act examined: A guide to avoiding failure-to-prevent fraud measures
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 holds businesses accountable for fraud unless they prove strong prevention measures.

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 holds businesses accountable for fraud unless they prove strong prevention measures.

Virtual IBANs streamline payments but pose AML risks, demanding stricter oversight from PSPs.

Digital wallets are playing an increasing role in cross-border payments, shaping the way transactions are conducted globally.

Global survey reveals how 400 financial leaders are shaping digital payments strategies.

PXP research reveals the payment preferences, priorities, and frustrations of more than 4,000 consumers across the UK and US

PXP has teamed up with direct booking solutions provider Net Affinity, enabling hotels to streamline reservations and payments.

Global payment platform, PXP, has forged a new strategic partnership with digital solutions platform Xolvis.

Seamless payment orchestration simplifies multi-provider management, optimises acceptance rates, and boosts conversions.

Intelligent chargeback management prevents fraud, resolves disputes, and protects revenue.

The EU’s shift to open banking and finance presents both opportunities and challenges, demanding a balance between innovation, security, and regulation.

As crypto reshapes finance, the FATF’s Travel Rule struggles to keep pace—can global regulators close the gap on illicit transactions?

Trump’s 2025 order boosts US digital finance leadership, bans CBDCs, and plans a regulatory framework.

Many payment firms assume they need an FCA licence, but exemptions may allow them to operate with fewer regulatory burdens.

Baker McKenzie’s 2025 briefing covers UK financial regulation trends, including post-Brexit reforms, ESG, crypto, and enforcement.

NovitasFTCL’s monthly summary tracks key European FinTech M&A, equity, and VC deals across 11 verticals.

Regulatory fines in 2024 exposed persistent weaknesses in financial crime controls, highlighting issues in governance, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and compliance investment.

PXP strengthens its leadership team with the appointment of Alex Apergis as chief revenue officer.

From September, large organisations face criminal liability for fraud by employees or associates, requiring robust prevention measures.

myPOS acquires Toporder to enhance payment solutions and support SME growth in France.

Stablecoin solutions improve transaction speed, transparency, and regulatory compliance for modern financial management.

By 31 March 2025, UK financial services firms must fully comply with new operational resilience rules, safeguarding critical services and mitigating disruptions.

Social media is reshaping fintech by democratising finance, empowering individuals, and prompting new regulatory scrutiny.

Digital identity is reshaping industries, offering benefits like streamlined processes and enhanced security, but also presenting data privacy and interoperability challenges.

CP24/20 aligns payment services regulations with the CASS regime, with key impacts to be discussed in an upcoming webinar.

Privat 3 Money partners with KYC360 to upgrade onboarding and compliance processes, aiming to improve efficiency and client experiences.

Discover how AI-driven innovation, blockchain advancements, and evolving consumer behaviours are reshaping the payments industry.

The 2024 holiday shopping season set eCommerce records, but a surge in post-holiday returns and chargebacks highlights the costly “holiday hangover” for merchants.

Dialect Communications partners with Committee to provide multilingual customer support for their app, digitising traditional committee collections with a focus on community and accessibility.

The 2025 Veriff Identity Fraud Report shows a 21% rise in online fraud, with financial services as primary targets.

Clear Junction reveals key challenges payment leaders face in navigating the EU’s new MiCA crypto regulation framework.

Network tokenisation boosts security, cuts costs, and enhances customer experiences, making it essential for modern merchants.

APP scams cost UK victims over £340 million in 2023, exposing systemic vulnerabilities and the urgent need for stronger fraud prevention and collaboration.

Swift drives global interoperability and innovation, aligning with the UK’s National Payments Vision to enhance seamless, secure payments.

Paytently names Isabelle Delisle as Chief Payment Officer to strengthen payment solutions in regulated sectors.

Open banking faces rising fraud risks, demanding industry-wide collaboration and smarter security solutions to build trust and resilience.

The FCA’s safeguarding reforms introduce stricter compliance requirements for payments and e-money firms, aiming to enhance consumer protection and operational resilience.

The Digital Assets Bill introduces opportunities and challenges for PSPs, from stablecoin clarity to operational overhauls, as firms navigate legal uncertainty and evolving compliance standards.

The payments industry in 2025 will see advancements in real-time payments, AI tools, and voice-activated technologies reshaping consumer and business interactions.

Skipify has announced that Cindy Turner will join its board as a strategic advisor and observer.

Fintech is leading the shift from traditional IPOs to transparent, cost-effective direct listings.

Merchants gathered in London to tackle evolving fraud challenges, highlighting technology and collaboration as key to staying ahead.

Dialect and Synalogik partner to provide combined APP fraud prevention and customer management solutions for the payments sector.

Trust Payments CEO Laurence Booth urges providers to go beyond transactions, focusing on digitisation and personalisation to meet evolving consumer and business demands.

The PSR’s Dan Moore highlights the importance of sustainable commercial models and fair competition to drive innovation and investment in the UK payments sector.

Legal Outlook 2025 explores fintech, payments, and regulatory trends shaping innovation and compliance globally.

2025 will bring rapid growth in digital payments, AI innovation, and financial inclusion, transforming the payments landscape.

Ripple launches RLUSD, a backed USD stablecoin designed for global financial adoption, offering secure, compliant, and scalable solutions across payments, liquidity, and DeFi.

AlixPartners names Jonathan Hughes partner, highlighting his 30 years in global FinTech and financial services.