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Today in FinTech: Alternative Lending; Airfreight Payments; Blockchain Tech
May 27, 2022

In today’s FinTech news, the growing FinTech ecosystem is getting support from the latest alternative asset-based lending fund Viola Credit. Plus, WebCargo is introducing a payments tools for forwarders.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Fleet Demand for EVs is ‘Booming,’ Requiring Software Platforms, Apps
May 27, 2022

There are a lot of details to consider when moving to electric vehicles. Managers of commercial fleets who are considering transitioning to electric vehicles must determine which vehicles will meet their needs, how they can be run most efficiently, and how and when they will...

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Fleet Operators Optimize Vehicle Inspection, Maintenance With Digital Solutions
May 26, 2022

Drivers and managers of commercial vehicles generate documents having to do with vehicle inspection and maintenance every day — and most of those documents are on paper. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Today in FinTech: Concessions Go Digital; Donor Payments Firm Mulling Buyers; Branded Cards Hit Europe
May 25, 2022

In today’s FinTech news, MLB and NFL stadiums are moving forward with grab-and-go kiosks, while donor payments firm PushPay is considering buyers. Plus, Paddle makes its first acquisition. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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5G Networks for Enterprises Deliver Savings, Revenue, New Experiences
May 24, 2022

When the SailGP global sail racing league wanted to transfer data from its fleet of F50 foiling boats to enhance the broadcast of the race to fans, it had a challenge. It would have to transfer 240,000 data points per second from Internet of Things...

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Today in TechREG: ECB Warns Crypto Could Shake Financial Stability
May 24, 2022

On Tuesday (May 24), the European Central Bank (ECB) published a report flagging possible financial stability risks in the future if crypto assets continue to grow at the same pace. A group of EU lawmakers are using a week without parliamentary sessions to travel to...

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PYMNTS AM Radar: Stability Shakeup; FedNow Pre-Launch; Nursing Payments; Better Billing; ICYMI
May 24, 2022

It’s Tuesday (May 24), and there is a global shortage of 43 million healthcare workers. Meanwhile, the rare monkeypox virus is starting to make headlines, Airbnb is leaving China, the World Economic Forum is in full swing, President Biden is in Tokyo, and G-7 nations...

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‘Smart Industrial Strategy’ Boosts Efficiency of Farm, Construction Equipment
May 23, 2022

Facing labor shortages and rising costs, businesses that use heavy equipment are adopting a “smart industrial strategy” that uses technology to boost productivity. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Today in FinTech: Airtel Africa’s SmartCash Launches; OPay, Mastercard Team for Financial Inclusion
May 19, 2022

In today’s FinTech news, SmartCash Payment Service Bank, a unit of Airtel Africa, brings digital financial services to Nigeria, while OPay and Mastercard partner to boost financial inclusion. Plus, Walmart-owned PhonePe steps up the competition against Google, Amazon and others in India with new acquisitions....