money transfers

Electronic funds transfer are electronic transfer of money from one bank account to another, either within a single financial institution or across multiple institutions, via computer-based systems, without the direct intervention of bank staff.

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US Banks Shun Money Transmittal
US Banks Shun Money Transmittal
December 26, 2018  |  Banking

U.S. banks are keeping their distance from money transmitters sending cash to Mexico, as worries about money laundering and increased regulatory scrutiny ensue. Get the...

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WhatsApp Explores Blockchain Tech For Money Transfers
WhatsApp Explores Blockchain Tech For Money Transfers
December 21, 2018  |  Cryptocurrency

In an effort to help WhatsApp users transfer money, Facebook is reportedly creating a digital currency. Unnamed sources told Bloomberg that the company is at...

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Vocalink: Freezing Mule Accounts With AML Tech
Vocalink: Freezing Mule Accounts With AML Tech
December 14, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

Whoa, mule. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Coinone Debuts Payment App Via Ripple Tech
Coinone Debuts Payment App Via Ripple Tech
December 11, 2018  |  Digital Payments

Coinone, a South Korean-based platform for cryptocurrency exchange, has released a blockchain-powered remittance app called Cross, according to a report. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Western Union Completes Relocation Of Headquarters To Denver
Western Union Completes Relocation Of Headquarters To Denver
December 04, 2018  |  Banking

The Western Union Company announced on Tuesday (Dec. 4) that it has completed the relocation of its global headquarters from Englewood to Denver, Colorado, saying...

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EU’s Transfer Service Takes Aim At PayPal
EU’s Transfer Service Takes Aim At PayPal
November 30, 2018  |  International

The European Central Bank launched the TARGET Instant Payment Settlement, or TIPS, on Friday (Nov. 30), with the aim of competing with PayPal and other...

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Banks Steer Clear Of X-Border Transfers
Banks Steer Clear Of X-Border Transfers
November 16, 2018  |  International

Amid stricter checks for money laundering, banks are moving away from the international money transfer practice known as correspondent banking. The shift could possibly cause...

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Western Union Teams With HKT Payment Limited, Maybank Brings QR Payments To KFC Malyasia
Western Union Teams With HKT Payment Limited, Maybank Brings QR Payments To KFC Malyasia
November 13, 2018  |  Global Payments

Welcome to The Axis, your late look at payments news from around the world. Coverage includes The Western Union Company’s tie-up with Hong Kong’s HKT Payment...

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PayPal Shares Jump On Positive Venmo, Earnings News
PayPal Shares Jump On Positive Venmo, Earnings News
October 19, 2018  |  Payments Innovation

Following a third-quarter earnings and revenue beat as well as a strong quarter for Venmo, shares of PayPal jumped 9 percent on Friday (Oct. 19)....

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