The rise of business payment fraud and the case for updating your defences

The rise of business payment fraud and the case for updating your defences

By Ramesh Menon, Chief Product Officer at Eftsure Fraud in all shapes and forms has been growing exponentially for several years and unfortunately shows no sign of slowing down, as those pulling the cybercrime levers continue to profit. However, whenever there are incidents within industries of ‘cheats’ advancing, there is always an opportunity for those…

The Real-World AI Challenge for Fintechs: Why Fighting Chargebacks Still Requires Context, Not Just Models

The Real-World AI Challenge for Fintechs: Why Fighting Chargebacks Still Requires Context, Not Just Models

By Angeline Viray, Head of Marketing, Chargeblast AI has transformed how fintech companies operate. But when it comes to chargebacks, even the most advanced models often fall short. The reason is simple: post-authorization disputes aren’t just a data problem. They’re a context problem. Chargebacks don’t need predictions. They need clarity, nuance, and fast action. And…

SMEs at Risk: Cybercriminals Are Targeting Payment Systems

SMEs at Risk: Cybercriminals Are Targeting Payment Systems

By Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist at ESET In today’s threat-heavy climate, Australian small and medium-sized businesses are sitting in the crosshairs of cybercriminals, especially when it comes to payment systems. These platforms aren’t just business-critical; they’re a digital magnet for attackers, offering a gateway to sensitive financial data, customer trust, and regulatory landmines. And…

Fintech Trends Shaping 2025 - Innovations Driving the Future of Finance

Fintech Trends Shaping 2025 – Innovations Driving the Future of Finance

Sheraz Ali is the founder of HARO Links Building Agency The fintech sector continues to redefine the financial landscape, evolving rapidly with groundbreaking innovations. In 2024, the global fintech market demonstrated remarkable resilience, with investments reaching $89.7 billion by Q3. As we move into 2025, collaboration between banks and fintech companies, advances in artificial intelligence,…

Fintech in 2025: A Year of Speed, Security, and More Personalized Finance

Fintech in 2025: A Year of Speed, Security, and More Personalized Finance

In 2025, the fintech landscape will bring focus to user convenience and security with seamless account switching, the expansion of embedded finance, instant payments, and biometric authentication driving the progress. January 6, 2025. As the financial industry continues to advance, several key trends are set to further embed fintech into our daily lives in 2025….

Finnovex West Africa 2025: Driving Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth

Finnovex West Africa 2025: Driving Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth

Date: February 25th,2025Location: Eko Hotel Lagos,NigeriaWebsite: https://wa.finnovex.com/ Finnovex West Africa 2025 is poised to be a critical forum for addressing key challenges and opportunities related to financial inclusion and economic development. The conference aims to drive impactful conversations and actionable solutions that will shape the trajectory of the financial services sector across West Africa. With…

Why cybersecurity has never been more critical for fintechs

Why cybersecurity has never been more critical for fintechs

By Matt Lindley, COO and CISO at NINJIO Financial technology is one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. Many aspects of our lives have become digitized, but one of the most marked digital transformations has taken place in the financial sector. Consumers want the freedom to manage their money on demand with mobile banking, accessible digital…

AI in Banking and Finance: Open Banking vs. Open Finance

AI in Banking and Finance: Open Banking vs. Open Finance

Discover the difference between open banking and open finance. Learn how AI in banking and finance drives innovation and transforms customer experiences. Introduction As the financial sector evolves, terms like open banking and open finance are becoming buzzwords, often used interchangeably. However, these concepts differ significantly, each representing unique opportunities and challenges. Powered by AI…

Finance & Accounting hiring spike on the cards: will skills shortages hamper growth?
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Finance & Accounting hiring spike on the cards: will skills shortages hamper growth?

Professionals expecting pay rises as cost-of-living increases, pushing budgets to the limit – 52% of finance hiring managers planning to increase permanent headcount– Almost half (45%) of professionals expect a pay rise, with 20% set to quit if they don’t get one– Employers offering new perks to counter salary increases, including dental insurance The majority…