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Regulation
FCA Agrees To 18-Month SCA Implementation Timeframe
August 13, 2019

The Financial Conduct Authority said Tuesday (Aug. 13) that it has agreed to a phased implementation of the Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) rules slated to start taking effect beginning next month. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Delivery
Wish They All Could Be California Bots
August 13, 2019

The word “California” never fails to conjure up a mental image, though that will vary from person to person – some will think sun and sand, others will think movie stars, while still others will think internet startups. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Retail
Why Faster Checkout Could Be The Key To Boosting Retail App Adoption
August 13, 2019

In June, Costco launched a revamped digital membership app that allows members to use its mobile device rather than flashing a physical card upon entry and during checkout. Convenient? Yes. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

B2B Payments
ASB Bank Invests In Blockchain Trade Tech Startup TradeWindow
August 13, 2019

Australia and New Zealand-based ASB Bank has acquired a stake in a New Zealand startup developing a blockchain-powered trade management solution. Reports in Scoop.co.nz said Monday (Aug. 12) that ASB Bank has invested in TradeWindow with funds that will support the startup’s ongoing development of...

B2B Payments
PayPal Australia Reaches $500M SMB Loan Volume
August 13, 2019

PayPal Australia’s small business lending operations have reached a new milestone, facilitating $500 million in working capital loans, reports in Finder said on Monday (Aug. 12). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

B2B Payments
Ezbob Adds KYC Automation To Lending-as-a-Service Offering
August 13, 2019

Lending-as-a-service company ezbob is rolling out a new solution designed to enable banks to more easily onboard clients and manage their Know Your Customer (KYC) due diligence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

B2B Payments
Amazon India Launches B2B App Marketplace
August 13, 2019

Amazon India is rolling out an online marketplace to connect vendors on its platform to B2B services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

B2B Payments
How Automation Helps Treasurers Weather The FX Volatility Storm
August 13, 2019

The continuing uncertainty over Brexit and geopolitical volatility in the U.K. that has led to a depreciation of the pound are having widespread impacts throughout supply chains with touchpoints in the markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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In India, Dialing Up Blockchain Via Telecom
August 13, 2019

In India, telecom Reliance Jio is eyeing the installation of the world’s largest blockchain network, which would span hundreds of millions of customers. Separately, blockchain takes flight (in a way), Amazon mulls blockchain for advertising, and in the UK, government agencies may adopt distributed ledger technology...