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Security & Fraud
New Cyber Hacks, Tactics Confirmed By SWIFT
December 13, 2016

Hackers targeting the SWIFT interbank system are getting more sophisticated, according to a previously undisclosed letter the organization sent to banks worldwide. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Banking
California Looks Into Allegations Wells Fargo Signed Up Customers For Life Insurance
December 13, 2016

And the hits keep on coming for Wells Fargo. California has joined in the lawsuit bandwagon, ordering an investigation into claims retail bankers at Wells Fargo signed customers up for life insurance polices without their consent. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Partnerships / Acquisitions
Cardtronics Becomes Exclusive ATM Provider For United Pacific
December 13, 2016

Cardtronics announced Monday (Dec. 12) it inked a long-term agreement with United Pacific, making it the exclusive provider of ATM services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Alternative Finances
The Millennials Are Coming (To Get A Mortgage)
December 13, 2016

Millennials just aren’t buying homes — they are the first generation of Americans since World War II who will meaningfully move away from that vision of the American Dream. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Retail
Panasonic Rolls Out “Smart” Shopping Basket
December 13, 2016

With Amazon Go out in the wild trying to technology the cashier out of existence, the race seems to be on to re-imagine the automated commerce future. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Android Pay
Westpac Mastercard Customers Can Pay With Android Pay
December 13, 2016

Westpac announced Monday (Dec. 12) that Westpac Mastercard customers using select Samsung, Sony, LG, HTC, Motorola, Huawei, Pixel and other compatible Android mobile devices can now sign up to use Android Pay. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Investments
Mobile Banking Startup Lunar Way Discloses €4.2 Million Funding Round
December 13, 2016

Founded in 2015 and with its mobile app out of beta in November of this year, Danish startup Lunar Way is well on its way to launching a mobile banking application for the “Snapchat Generation” in the Nordic countries. The startup recently disclosed a €4.2...

Mobile Payments
Android Pay Launches in Japan
December 13, 2016

Another day, another advance for a “Pay.” 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 daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree...

Payment Methods
Facebook Messenger Users Can Now Add Amex Card
December 13, 2016

American Express announced Monday (Dec. 12) it has added a new feature to its Amex bot for Facebook Messenger. In a press release, American Express said it included a new “Add a Card” feature in the bot for Messenger to help eligible U.S. and OPEN cardmembers...