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  • Report: 60% of UK Merchants Request One-Click Checkout
    by PYMNTS on February 7, 2025 at 9:03 am

    For online merchants — no matter in which country they operate, no matter what they are selling — there are two sides to what might be called the eCommerce coin. There’s the user experience on one side, which leads to conversion. Then there’s the other side of the merchant/customer interaction, as they move through the The post Report: 60% of UK Merchants Request One-Click Checkout appeared first on PYMNTS.com.

  • FinTech IPO Index Adds 2.6% as Paysafe Jumps on Takeover Reports
    by PYMNTS on February 7, 2025 at 9:00 am

    The FinTech IPO Index’s gains this past week — up 2.6% through Thursday (Feb. 6) across the past five sessions — were tied to a mix of newsworthy events. Earnings. Partnerships. And rumors of a possible takeover. Several names were up double digits through the past few days. Oportun’s stock gained 31.5% ahead of earnings The post FinTech IPO Index Adds 2.6% as Paysafe Jumps on Takeover Reports appeared first on PYMNTS.com.

  • How Banks Can Reengage the 53 Million Credit Outsiders
    by PYMNTS on February 7, 2025 at 9:00 am

    A significant segment of the U.S. population — approximately 53 million individuals — remains outside the traditional credit card ecosystem. These “credit card outsiders” encompass diverse groups, each with unique financial behaviors and preferences. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for financial institutions (FIs) because reengaging credit card outsiders presents a substantial opportunity. The new Consumer The post How Banks Can Reengage the 53 Million Credit Outsiders appeared first on PYMNTS.com.

  • Banks Offering Instant Payments Say Bills Are Top Consumer Use
    by PYMNTS on February 7, 2025 at 9:00 am

    For banks still on the fence about real-time payments, here’s a reality check: Not offering instant payments doesn’t just mean losing potential new customers — it could mean losing existing ones. Think of instant payments as the financial industry’s version of same-day delivery. Consumers and businesses want their money to move as quickly as their The post Banks Offering Instant Payments Say Bills Are Top Consumer Use appeared first on PYMNTS.com.

  • iGaming’s Payment Evolution Has Strong Odds to Catch Consumer Loyalty
    by PYMNTS on February 7, 2025 at 9:00 am

    As sportsbooks and online gaming platforms compete for player loyalty in an increasingly saturated market, the entire sector is getting a makeover. And payments, once a friction-filled afterthought, increasingly sit at the center of this evolution. “Payments aren’t just a backend function — they’re a strategic growth driver. The more seamless the process, the higher The post iGaming’s Payment Evolution Has Strong Odds to Catch Consumer Loyalty appeared first on PYMNTS.com.

 

FinTecBuzz Fintech News

  • Why Your Firm Needs Investment Management Software in 2025
    by FTB News Desk on February 7, 2025 at 1:00 pm

    Discover why investment management software is essential for your firm in 2025. Boost efficiency, enhance security, and drive smarter financial decisions. The post Why Your Firm Needs Investment Management Software in 2025 first appeared on FinTecBuzz.

  • Pocketnest Generative AI Transforms Credit Unions
    by PRNewswire on February 6, 2025 at 5:30 pm

    Personalized financial insights boost engagement and identify growth The post Pocketnest Generative AI Transforms Credit Unions first appeared on FinTecBuzz.

  • NinjaTrader Announces Addition of Commodities Expert Tracy Shuchart
    by PRNewswire on February 6, 2025 at 5:00 pm

    Shuchart will join the NinjaTrader Live team as Senior Economist, bringing her expertise of commodities markets to NinjaTrader users The post NinjaTrader Announces Addition of Commodities Expert Tracy Shuchart first appeared on FinTecBuzz.

  • Pipe invests in developer tools for easy embedded capital access
    by GlobeNewswire on February 6, 2025 at 4:30 pm

    Pipe, a fintech company partnering with software platforms to deliver embedded financial solutions for SMBs, today announced it has significantly expanded the Pipe Partner Portal with new developer tools. These features make it even easier for developers to embed Pipe’s capital services within their payments and software platforms. Unlike other embedded solutions, Pipe’s investment in developer capabilities supports its “tech-first” approach to enable partners to accelerate the delivery of capital to its small business customers.... The post Pipe invests in developer tools for easy embedded capital access first appeared on FinTecBuzz.

  • Nextrope Secures Funding to Build an AI Model for Web3 Security
    by GlobeNewswire on February 6, 2025 at 4:00 pm

    Blockchain security is evolving, and Nextrope is leading the way with an AI-driven platform designed to audit and enhance smart contract security. With a project value of $1 million, this initiative is set to raise the standards of Web3 security. The development is co-financed by the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) under the European Funds for a Modern Economy program. AI-Powered Protection for Smart Contracts As DeFi, DAOs, and Web3 applications continue to grow, smart contracts remain vulnerable to... The post Nextrope Secures Funding to Build an AI Model for Web3 Security first appeared on FinTecBuzz.