Payment processing

The pandemic changed consumer priorities quickly--and payment companies need to keep up since the trend is likely permanent, says Signifyd's Indy Guha.

As accounts payable departments add robotics and other innovation, workflows and skill sets will adjust--but people won't disappear, says Nvoicepay's Lauren Ruef.

MoneyGram International is providing access to its global money transfer network through software it is touting as "MoneyGram-as-a-service."

Liquidity sensitivity drives companies to procure tools to help them determine and execute the right strategies to get paid faster, says Bottomline Technologies' Jessica Cheney.

To drive the recovery we need to move beyond traditional data and models to incorporate new transaction and payment information that is more timely, more insightful, and more inclusive, FinRegLab's Melissa Koide and FICO's Larry Rosenberger write.

The current consumer and business demands for contactless payment channels give organizations the opportunity to build new solutions with security at the forefront or to append new workflows to legacy business processes, says Mobiquity's Tyrone Jeffress.

The deal can potentially boost payments on both sides, but also open new avenues such as merchandising and related content, says Kunai's Tarun Bhasin.

The scrutiny on installment lenders could prompt them to fine-tune their offerings and diversify into new markets.

Early wage access and automated savings tools are just two areas where banks can gaiBanks have a chance to fill the payment tech gap.

Any failure by retailers to fully and effectively execute on all post-purchase business requirements and that promise will quickly turn to pain, says Inmar Ingellince's Ken Bays.

Banks have borne the brunt of the criticism from consumers still waiting for coronavirus relief funds to land in their accounts. But the industry says the lag time is the fault of the government and its antiquated payments system

Facing accusations of illegally using client accounts to move money to its U.K. headquarters from a Brazilian bank, Wise (formerly Transferwise) vehemently denied those actions and said it is the target of a smear campaign.

Payservices would use deposits largely to support its existing business. It has no plans to make loans.

Until regulatory reforms are introduced, nonbanks won’t have direct access to Payments Canada's Real-Time Rail, a situation that risks stifling innovation.

It's crucial small businesses continue to expand user experience improvements made during the first year of the pandemic, says NMI's Nick Starai.

EPI could potentially provide a bedrock for future European payments innovation. It arguably does not go far enough, says Icon Solutions' Michel Vaja.

Slow settlement on traditional rails can cause dangerous delays in moving funds, says AppBrilliance's C. Eric Smith.

Banks need to adjust their money laundering protections to comply with tough new rules in the U.S., says Genpact's Manish Chopra.

Customers and partners will view an easy and reliable payment experience favorably, says Billtrust's Justin Main.

By removing friction and encouraging interoperability, deployment becomes easier, says Fime's Reza Rhamani Fard.