Complyport, MAP S.Platis, Quadprime, MAP Risk Management Services, MAPiTek and MAP FinTech Merge to create a global AI-powered regtech powerhouse under the UK-based ComplyMAP Group A new era in global
AI is transforming fraud detection, but false positives and opaque models risk eroding trust. Firms must embed explainability to stay compliant
As rural branches close, SMEB delivers cash, card and digital solutions that help SMEs stay secure, efficient and connected. The disappearance of traditional financial services from rural high streets has
PXP, the omnichannel global payment platform, today announces a new partnership with Zeal, an innovative fintech disrupting the retail payments experience. The partnership brings together seamless payment technology and intelligent
Banca Popolare di Sondrio (SUISSE) SA expands its use of Cleafy’s Fraud XDR platform to combat rising instant payment fraud. Banca Popolare di Sondrio (SUISSE) SA has expanded its use
Edenred Payment Solutions partners with Hnry to power its UK launch, bringing automated tax and payments support to sole traders.
Exactly.com adds Bizum to its platform, giving UK merchants access to 27m Spanish users and boosting cross-border e-commerce growth.
Payment friction drives nearly 94% of abandoned travel bookings. Paysafe helps OTAs and airlines cut drop-offs with local, seamless payments.
Travel businesses must offer secure, seamless multi-currency payments to boost conversions, reduce friction, and support global expansion.
Entersekt wins Best Authentication Innovation, recognised for fraud prevention that reduces scams, enhances security, and preserves UX Entersekt, a global leader in digital banking fraud prevention and payment security, today
Discover resources, insights, and tools to help payment and e-money firms prepare for the FCA’s new CASS 15 safeguarding regime by May 2026.
Flutterwave’s H1 2025 review shows doubled margins, 20% TPV growth, new U.S. licences, African expansion, and global partnerships driving scale. Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has released its half-year
Building modern payments? Join our webinar with thinkmoney for lessons on scaling, compliance & delivering smarter financial experiences.
FCA delays statutory trust plans but confirms new safeguarding rules. Firms must comply by May 2026, with early planning key to readiness.
Clear Junction expands named vIBAN access to licensed crypto providers, strengthening compliant fiat infrastructure for digital assets.
FCA unveils landmark safeguarding rules for UK payments firms, effective May 2026—new audits, reconciliations, returns, and governance duties.
Maayan powers global e-commerce growth with acquiring in 150+ countries, 30+ currencies, multi-currency accounts, and seamless payouts.
FCA’s PS25/12 introduces new safeguarding rules for UK payment and e-money firms, boosting consumer protection and compliance oversight. The UK financial services landscape is undergoing a transformative shift with the
FCA lifts retail ban on crypto ETNs from October 2025, setting strict compliance rules to balance investor choice with robust protections. The growing mainstream acceptance of cryptoassets has increased demand
FCA fines firm £1.1m for systemic MiFIR reporting failures—nearly 925k inaccurate reports over five years. Robust controls are essential.
EBA flags high ML/TF risks in FinTech, RegTech & crypto. Weak CDD, AI-driven fraud & poor governance demand urgent AML/CTF action.
OFSI warns of rising crypto sanctions risks—incl. DPRK-linked hacks & under-reporting. Firms must strengthen AML/KYC & sanctions controls.
FCA data shows 49% of complaints are about cards & payments, 56% upheld. Slow resolutions erode trust—banks must act to rebuild confidence.
BNPL’s future isn’t just finance—it’s experience. Embedded at checkout, powered by fintech, it drives loyalty, sales & financial inclusion.
Our Financial Crime 360 report reveals rising fraud risks, uneven tech readiness, regulatory divides, and strong investment ahead.
Wire Transfer Regulation is moving from background task to core control. Strong frameworks and complete data are now critical for compliance.
FCA’s new CASS 15 rules take effect in May 2026, strengthening safeguarding for payment and e-money firms with a CASS-style framework.
A global survey of 260+ leaders reveals payments at a crossroads: AI opportunities, rising fraud risks, skills shifts, and strong optimism.
FCA PS25/12 introduces new safeguarding rules for payment and e-money firms, effective May 2026—firms must act now to ensure compliance.
FCA and EBA reviews expose major gaps in sanctions screening. Firms must test calibration, data, and list updates to avoid costly failures.
A new Journal of Financial Services launches this autumn, offering strategic insight on payments innovation, regulation, and digital finance.
Digital wallets are set to reach 5.4 billion users by 2026; new guidance explores closed vs open-loop models, compliance, and scalability in payments.
The 2025 State of the Industry survey reveals rising cyber risks, shifting priorities, and strong investment in payments innovation.
UK merchants face their most complex regulatory phase in a decade, with new enforcement powers, fraud rules, and payment reforms reshaping strategy.
Synthetic identity fraud is rising fast, with deepfakes and AI-driven crime exposing gaps in global AML/KYC. New defences are urgent.
Baby Boomers embrace digital payments but favour cards over wallets, prioritising security, clarity, and trust over novelty and convenience.
Card issuing is shifting from plastic to tokenisation, APIs, and embedded finance. Incumbent banks must modernise or risk being left behind.
Card networks still dominate UK retail, but QR + open banking is breaking through—faster, cheaper, and reshaping the high street.
Tuum powers Uptex Bank’s launch in MEA with a cloud-native core, enabling fast go-to-market, multi-currency wallets, and regulatory readiness.
Infographic: UK SMEs weigh up the pros and cons of open banking, revealing a fragmented but growing interest in account-to-account payments.
The 2025 Consumer Behaviour Survey shows UK payments are fragmenting, with security, inclusion, and tailored engagement key to adoption.
UK banking is rapidly moving to digital. Future success will depend on speed, seamless customer experiences, and inclusive access for all.
APP fraud is rising fast in the UK; new rules, verification tech and 24/7 risk monitoring are key to shifting from reaction to prevention.
By 2030, payments will be instant, decentralised, and invisible—blending cashless systems, CBDCs, and blockchain into global infrastructure
The UK must act fast on open, global crypto rules to lead in digital assets, boost stablecoin use, drive tokenisation, and spur economic growth.
My EU Pay launches a real-time mass payouts platform, streamlining global bulk payments with full compliance, FX support, and seamless API integration.
European financial institutions face rising fraud, regulatory pressure, and compliance fatigue—modernisation is now essential for resilience and risk reduction.
UK card issuers must modernise platforms, prioritise digital experiences, and embrace innovation to meet rising expectations and compete in a rapidly evolving market.
