Digital wallets stories - Page 6

Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Cardano to enhance blockchain security, addressing rising cyber threats following significant industry hacks.

A new report reveals that outdated payment systems at airports are frustrating 54% of travellers, emphasising the need for modernising payment options.

Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.

Nearly 10 million UK consumers are projected to embrace Buy Now, Pay Later schemes this Christmas, reflecting a significant shift in shopping behaviours.

Ecommpay is urging eCommerce merchants to enhance checkout processes ahead of the festive season, with conversion rates averaging just 58%.

Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.

Marqeta, in partnership with Klarna and Affirm, has launched Marqeta Flex, a new BNPL marketplace enhancing consumer access to tailored credit options.

Capgemini Research predicts instant payments will hit 22% of non-cash transactions by 2028, driven by digital wallets, P2P and eCommerce growth.

In an exclusive interview, Gabrielle Bugat, CEO of Giesecke+Devrient ePayments, discusses the dynamic future of payments, prioritising security, sustainability, and inclusivity.

IATA and Outpayce have partnered to enable airlines to accept account-to-account payments globally, reducing processing costs and enhancing transaction security.

A study by Applause has found that 76% of consumers abandon transactions if their preferred payment method is unavailable, impacting retailers significantly.

Sage expands its partnership with Stripe to enhance payment processing and cashflow management for small and mid-sized businesses.

SocialFi, a blend of decentralised finance and social media, is gathering momentum, with platforms like KangaMoon and xNinja.Tech attracting thousands of users, and set to challenge traditional social media platforms.

A tech aficionado shares her tumultuous journey from an early fascination with digital wallets to humble insight into innovation's demanding realities.

Munich's Giesecke+Devrient boosts stake in software corporation Netcetera to 95%, enhancing its financial platforms and reinforcing future growth in digital banking and payments.

Lanistar Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy Baber, spotlights AI, Gen Z adoption, and sustainability as 2024's major fintech trends.

By incorporating open banking with a customer-centric approach, the payment landscape is rapidly transforming, forcing businesses to adapt or get left behind.

UK consumers are embracing alternative payment offerings including digital wallets to better manage their finances amidst the cost of living crisis.

Imperva threat team has uncovered recently that NFT marketplace OpenSea is affected by a vulnerability that reveals users' identities.

There's no doubt about it – incorporating a robust customer loyalty program in almost any consumer-facing business can pay off.