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Eastern Europe’s payment landscape is evolving at a rapid pace! Our latest article, by guest author Dwayne Gefferie, dives deep into the thriving state and forward-thinking regulations shaping the payments industry in Eastern Europe. Discover how countries like Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary are leading the way in technological innovation and economic growth. Explore the impact of digital and mobile payments, regulatory advancements, and the dynamic future of payments in this vibrant region. 🌍 💳 📖 Read the full article below 👇  https://lnkd.in/geymbtQj

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In my first corporate job (I moved there from banking), I got a great pitch from one of the major banks that started with an explanation of what a brilliant solution they had developed, describes Igor Igor Zaks, CFA, Co-founder and Chief Risk Officer, 40Seas, in his article included in the World Factoring Yearbook 2024... #fintech #invoicefinance #receivables #factoring #wfy #wfy24 #trfnew

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How can data science be used to fight financial crime? 🦸 Our VP of Data Science Evangelism, Rosaria Silipo, and the Head of Financial Crime Compliance at ING Romania, Emil Cimpean☁, discuss how crucial #datascience is for the future of financial crime prevention with AI and what KNIME features are handy for anti-money-laundering experts. 🎙️ Watch this “My Data Guest” episode and read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/gUGGvBzD

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📢 Hungarian fintech PastPay has raised €12M in a Series A round led by Platina Partners 👉 https://ain.social/3MHxCQW The Series A also saw participation from MBH Bank, Advance Global Capital Ltd, Quantic Financial, STRT, and BNL Start Partners Kft., as well as well-known individual investors like Jared Schrieber and Mark Ransford. The funding will allow the company to scale its B2B payment solutions across Europe. With plans to expand its Buy Now, Pay Later services in Italy, Germany, Poland, and more, PastPay is on track to transform B2B transactions across the continent. 🚀 #Fintech #BNPL #StartupFunding #B2B #EuropeTech #Payments #SeriesA #BudapestStartups #FinanceTransformation

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Last week, we were proud to have European FinTech Association (EFA) board members Marc Roberts, Linda Strazdina and Sandrell Sultana representing the voice of the fintech sector at the #EUROFI Financial Forum in Budapest, where we had the opportunity to speak on a panel alongside industry representatives and public authorities on digital finance policy priorites. During the discussion, we highlighted the transformative role that #fintechs have played over the past years, bringing innovative digital financial products and services to millions of Europeans. From expanding access to financial tools to driving down costs and enhancing convenience, fintechs have reshaped the landscape of financial services across Europe. As the EU looks toward the future, it's crucial that the next European Commission does more to to foster #innovation by supporting policies that allow fintechs to thrive. Empowering startups and scaling companies will help Europe stay competitive, unlock further financial inclusion, and cement its role as a global leader in digital finance. A big thank you to the EUROFI team and our co-panellists Ondřej Kovařík, Märten Ross, Verena Ross, Szombati Aniko, Bárbara Navarro and Maria E. Tsani for being part of this important discussion with us. We're excited to continue working together with policymakers and industry stakeholders to champion action and change. 🤝 🚀 #DigitalFinance #EuropeanFintech #EUcompetitiveness

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Feeling lost in the rapidly evolving world of digital payments? We’ve got you covered. Join our F2F open course on Digital Solutions and Authentication Optimization and learn how to leverage the payment ecosystem’s exciting opportunities. 📅 When? 27-28 November 2024 📍 Where? Budapest, Hungary Our industry experts Todor Kondev, Peter Parkanyi, Zoltán Nagy and Gautier Walckiers will guide you through the latest trends in digital and mobile payments, with a focus on: 💳 The processing of tokens, data quality, PAN testing, and on-device app performance. 💻 The Smart Authentication model, its products and services, and the application of regulatory exemptions. ⚖️ Future standards and regulations that may impact the authentication and e-commerce landscape in the coming years. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your expertise and stay competitive in the digital payments landscape! 👉 Interested? Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/dXSj7Nrc #digitalpayments #paymentsindustry #mastercard

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We are happy share our new whitepaper "The strategic role of Account-to-Account payments: paying online with bank transfers". Download it now for free: https://lnkd.in/dWjRrvDt The advent of PSD2, with the introduction of PISPs, has enabled the rise of Account-to-Account (A2A) payments based on pre-filled online transfers. What advantages can these tools bring in terms of transaction costs, customer experience and streamlining of business processes? Learn more with the whitepaper. #Fabrick #PISP #PSD2 #A2A

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As the leading banking group in Central and Eastern Europe, it's vital for OTP Bank Magyarország to meet the continuously changing expectations of their customers. In a conversation with Peter Csanyi, OTP Bank Board Member and Chief Digital Officer, he shares his thoughts on why they picked SambaNova to partner with in their AI journey: “...I don't want to waste years working on artificial intelligence. I want to have results in a matter of months. With SambaNova, I think it's a unique combination where we can get to results faster.” Learn more about how SambaNova can help drive customer experience in the financial industry 👇 https://lnkd.in/dfASxV-Q #FinTech #CX #AI

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Video: Endava at Money20/20 Europe – The evolution of B2B #payments Speaking with FinTech Futures at Money20/20 Europe, Scott Harkey, executive vice president of #financial services and #payments at Endava, analyses the catalysts that are propelling B2B payments to new, astonishing heights. https://lnkd.in/e7SKRi-B

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Poland has emerged as a pioneering force in Europe’s evolving payments landscape, thanks to its early adoption of contactless payments, widespread use of mobile banking, and the rise of innovative payment platforms like BLIK. As highlighted in the Digital & Card Payments Yearbook for Poland, the country’s payment infrastructure is evolving rapidly, fuelled by a combination of digital innovation, changing consumer preferences, and the broader European push for seamless, cross-border transactions. The integration of advanced technologies and a favourable regulatory framework has positioned Poland as a leader in the European payments market https://lnkd.in/d8nF3k5r

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🗓 Money20/20 is coming soon - an international event where participants will share the latest knowledge on the world of payments, FinTech and financial services. 💸 ☝ We will be there! 🤝 Want to meet us and talk about embedded finance for business? ➡ Get in touch with Aleksandra Wodzislawska: 📧 [email protected] . Danuta Czapeczko Aleksandra Wodzisławska . #Fintech #money2020 #EmbeddedFinance #FinancialServices #Finance #PragmaGOtech

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To begin the gradual move from summer 2024 towards fall and the upcoming 2025, here´s Zitec trends upcoming for +2025. ✍️The ongoing rise of Embedded Finance ✍️The widening reach of Open Banking ✍️The spread of NeoBanks and the changing role of Traditional Banks ✍️The expansion of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) ✍️The increasing significance of Customer Experience and the emergence of Superapps ✍️The trend of Hyper-Personalization ✍️The remarkable advancements in Generative AI and Machine Learning #localrisksglobalinsured #insurtech #fintech #2025 #insuranceinnovation #insuranceindustry #data #consulting https://lnkd.in/de_rvqqv

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Romanian builders strike again — FintechOS, an end-to-end financial product management platform, secures $60M in Series B+ 🚀 Since its last funding round, FintechOS has experienced more than 300% growth. #romanianstartups #venturenews #venturefunding #seriesbstartups #startupfundingnews

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🚨 Exciting News in Fintech! 🚨 Budapest-based PastPay has just secured €12M in Series A funding led by Platina Capital! 💸 This round also saw participation from MBH Bank, Advance Global Capital, Quantic Financial Solutions, STRT Holding Nyrt., BNL Start Partners Kft., and private investors including Jared Schrieber and Mark Ransford. 🎉 Why it Matters: • PastPay is revolutionizing B2B payments with Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, giving small and medium enterprises across the EU more flexibility and enhancing liquidity. 💡 • They’ve already helped 170+ merchants and facilitated over 15,000 transactions through their BNPL platform. 📊 With this funding, PastPay plans to: • Invest in product development ⚙️ • Expand their digital services and infrastructure to support even more businesses across Europe. 🌍 Founded by Benjamin Berényi and Bálint Réti, PastPay is part of the growing fintech ecosystem in Budapest. This successful funding round shows the enormous potential of their B2B solutions in the European market. 💥 Are you ready for the future of B2B payments? 🚀 Stay tuned to Future Techly for the latest updates on this groundbreaking initiative and the latest in tech and business! Source: FinSMEs #Fintech #BNPL #Payments #Funding #PastPay #BusinessGrowth #SeriesA #EuropeanStartups #FutureTechly

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Erste Group is excited to announce its partnership with Salt Edge, elevating financial management for over 16 million customers across seven countries in Central & Eastern Europe. 🌍💡 🔹 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬? Retail customers in Austria and Romania can now access Salt Edge’s Account Information solution directly within the George banking app. This innovative feature allows users to consolidate accounts from various banks into one convenient view, enabling real-time tracking of all transactions. Customers can say goodbye to the hassle of juggling multiple apps and gain a complete picture of their financial activities! 💳📲 🔹 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐨! The advantages extend beyond retail, as the ErsteConnect API brings secure, multi-bank management directly to businesses. This integration simplifies financial oversight and enhances efficiency by allowing corporate clients to incorporate both Account Information and Payment Initiation Services into their existing ERP systems. 💼📊 “Multi-banking is more than just convenience - it's about seeing a complete financial picture and making informed decisions,” stated Tim Wanzeele, Product Owner Group Open Banking at Erste Group. With Erste and Salt Edge, customers can enjoy the freedom to manage their finances more intelligently and make confident decisions every step of the way! 💪✨ #ErsteGroup #SaltEdge #Fintech #BankingInnovation #FinancialManagement #MultiBanking #CustomerFirst

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How could the new PSD3 regulations impact the online banking experience? 🤔 Our co-founder, Vratislav Kalenda, shares upcoming changes and other valuable insights in our latest article. 💡 Find out how these changes are more than just technicalities here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gx4NuJkU #fintech #PSD3 #Applifting

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🚀 Empowering Banks in Romania to Unlock the Full Potential of RoPay with ASEE Solutions 🚀 We're excited to share how #ASEE is playing a pivotal role in helping banks across Romania seamlessly join the #RoPay service. Our approach is designed to ensure that banks can fully leverage the potential of RoPay, providing a comprehensive suite of benefits: 🔒 Improved Functionality & Security: Our solutions enhance operational efficiency while maintaining the highest security standards. 💼 Dedicated Support: We offer ongoing, dedicated support to ensure a smooth experience from integration to daily operations. 📊 Monitoring & Management: With our solution monitoring dashboard, banks can easily manage QR codes and keep track of their RoPay services. 🔗 Seamless Integration: We provide standardized integration with core banking applications using REST APIs, making the transition to RoPay effortless. 💸 Instant Payment Integration: Our solutions are fully compatible with the bank's Instant Payment system, ensuring fast and reliable transactions. At ASEE, we are committed to supporting the growth and innovation of banking in Romania. Let's unlock the full potential of RoPay together! 💪 🎥 Want to learn more? Watch our latest video to see how ASEE is transforming banking in Romania with RoPay. Click on the movie below to watch now (only in Romanian)! #Fintech #Banking #Romania #RoPay #ASEE #Innovation #DigitalBanking #Payments #InstantPayments

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Attending Banking 4.0 this year? Make sure you catch Florian Teleabă's presentation on our new retail #banking share of wallet study, based on a survey of 2,000 respondents. This year’s results provide a unique lens into the changing opportunities and risks for #retailbanking in Romania. You don’t want to miss it. #Banking40

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Thoughts from a busy week at Budapest, SiGMA World & Soft2Bet 8 years anniversary exceeded expectations, Affiliate World Conferences showcased banking and marketing innovations! Was great meeting friends and partners while discussing how financial innovation could help escalate their businesses. Topics discussed during this week - - Eelectnrinic money institutions in NL, CY, LT, LV - Investments firms in BVI, MU, CY, UK - Become and agent of an EMI in BG, CY, UK Looking forward to see all projects advance! #emi #fIs #baas #embaddedfinance #investemtns

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