Opinions

Major projects like Diem are moving crypto beyond its fan base, according to Icon Solutions' Simon Wilson.

Moves to protect competition will help fintechs and push innovation, says AppBrilliance's C. Eric Smith.

As merchants navigate a rapidly evolving market, invisible payments are becoming a crucial means of offering customers the seamless, simple, and streamlined experiences they crave, says Credorax's Igal Rotem.

Sending money should be simple, but fintechs can’t do it alone. By leveraging cutting-edge technology like blockchain, we can solve real problems in payments that impact everyone, everywhere, says RippleNet's Vidya Mani.

Traditional methods have been around a long time and don't meet the current needs of a fintech-heavy market, says Akoya's Stuart Rubinstein.

The administration’s initiative to offer universal high-speed internet service is a chance for bankers to provide underserved households with access to online financial education and low-cost digital accounts.

Continuity and speed are just two benefits of payment automation, says VPay's Elisa Logan.

Opening up universal payments and authentication methods that feel familiar, for both online and face-to-face transactions, could unlock a world of possibilities when it comes to redefining how businesses engage with consumers, says MYPINPAD's Justin Pike.

By holding themselves accountable and following smart standards, organizations will be able to provide consumers with strong security and peace of mind the next time they swap those paper menus for a set of scannable squares on their phone, says Nok Nok's Phil Dunkelberger.

A payment company focused on customer experience can work behind the scenes to facilitate that success, says PayNearMe's John Minor.