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Banyan CEO Takes Long-Term View of FinTech Infrastructure
Banyan CEO Takes Long-Term View of FinTech Infrastructure
February 09, 2024  |  B2B Payments

The evolving world of payments is being built on top of innovative strategies.  And, after years of traditional ways of transacting like paper checks and...

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Connected Economy’s Evolution Is Hindered by ‘Balkanization’ of Payment Providers, Says Thredd’s McCarthy
Connected Economy’s Evolution Is Hindered by ‘Balkanization’ of Payment Providers, Says Thredd’s McCarthy
February 07, 2024  |  Connected Economy

There’s been no shortage of ideas and attempts by businesses to make payments a part of their strategic roadmap, Jim McCarthy, CEO of Thredd, told PYMNTS’ Karen...

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Real-Time Payments Get Boost From New Partnerships in US and Europe
Real-Time Payments Get Boost From New Partnerships in US and Europe
February 06, 2024  |  Real-Time Payments

Real-time payments have continued their growth in 2024 so far, with several developments unfolding in various countries around the globe. Angola, for one, has taken...

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Mastercard: AI and Personalized Offers Drive the Future of Brands and Banks
Mastercard: AI and Personalized Offers Drive the Future of Brands and Banks
February 05, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Jill Moser, SVP Offers, Loyalty at Mastercard, told Karen Webster that we’re entering a new age of hyper-personalization, where context is critical. Loyalty programs, of...

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The Automat Is Back, Thanks to the Rise of Self-Service (Again) 
The Automat Is Back, Thanks to the Rise of Self-Service (Again) 
February 03, 2024  |  Automated Retail

Self-service technology is bringing us full-circle — the automat seems to be making a comeback around the world.  The automat, which readers may know only...

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Two-Thirds of College Students Want to Use Their App to Pay Tuition
Two-Thirds of College Students Want to Use Their App to Pay Tuition
February 02, 2024  |  Digital Payments

Pursuing an education is fundamental to skill development, intellectual advancement and personal growth, laying the groundwork for future success. However, soaring tuition costs have made...

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Big Spenders: Digital Wallet Users Spend 31% More When Buying Retail and Grocery Products
Big Spenders: Digital Wallet Users Spend 31% More When Buying Retail and Grocery Products
February 01, 2024  |  Digital Payments

Digital wallets, such as Apple Pay, Google Pay and PayPal, provide convenient and secure ways to complete online purchases. These wallets remove the cumbersome process...

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Gen Z Wants Credit Card Rewards, Just Not the Ones Banks Offer
Gen Z Wants Credit Card Rewards, Just Not the Ones Banks Offer
January 31, 2024  |  Credit Cards

Generation Z has emerged as a pivotal demographic for financial institutions (FIs), even as they challenge traditional loyalty strategies. The generation, whose adult members are...

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New Report Examines Impact of Cross-Border Payments on Business Growth
New Report Examines Impact of Cross-Border Payments on Business Growth
January 30, 2024  |  Cross-border Payments

In an era of disruptive technologies, cross-border payments are quietly undergoing a revolution. The emerging paradigm centers around cost-effective, real-time payment options with maximum visibility...

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