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Open Banking in Australia sees rapid growth in consumer adoption
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The fourth edition of FinTech Australia's Open Banking Ecosystem Map shows a 165% rise in Consumer Data Right adoption, supported by Mastercard.
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Sir Robert McAlpine named cyber resilience ambassador
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Construction firm Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group.
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Global banking fraud to hit USD $48bn by 2029, says study
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Bank fraud is projected to reach USD $48 billion globally by 2029, a 153% surge, driven by evolving AI tactics, says Juniper Research.
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ZORRZ partners with SaaScada for inclusive credit card launch
Thu, 30th May 2024
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ZORRZ partners with SaaScada to launch BlueAccess, a credit card promoting financial inclusion for immigrants, refugees, and those with poor credit history.
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Manchester fintech Conferma gains Great Place to Work status
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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Conferma wins Great Place to Work certification, validating its innovative and inclusive culture. The Manchester fintech aims for continued growth and excellence.
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Indosat reports Q1 2024 growth, partners with NVIDIA
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison registers strong Q1 2024 performance with a 15.8% YoY revenue surge, robust EBITDA growth, and a notable profit increase.
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Conferma welcomes fintech expert Kriya Patel as Non-Executive Director
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Virtual payments leader Conferma boosts its strategic expansion plan, appointing seasoned fintech executive Kriya Patel as new Non-Executive Director amid significant company rebranding.
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Emerge disrupts New Zealand banking with SME platform
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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Emerge, a disruptive platform aimed at revolutionising New Zealand's business banking landscape, has launched.
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Mastercard introduces fraud-fighting checkout upgrade
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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Mastercard introduces its tokenised 'Click to Pay' system in Australia, aiming to thwart up to 90% of the country's payment card fraud.
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SAP Concur & Mastercard unite for streamlined expense process
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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SAP Concur and Mastercard join forces to simplify expense processes, integrating transactions on corporate cards into Concur Expense to enhance user experience and compliance adherence.
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SAS joins the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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SAS joins the UK's National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, bolstering its efforts to protect small and medium-sized enterprises from cybercrime damages.
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Melbourne's grand slam boosts local business sales
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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Melbourne's fashion and experience retailers stand to benefit from a predicted 12.6% rise in sales during the 2024 grand slam.
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Liz Oakes joins Mangopay's board as Non-Executive Director
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Liz Oakes, former Mastercard executive and payments industry veteran, joins the board of Mangopay, the payment infrastructure provider, as Non-Executive Director, as the firm embarks on a growth phase across Europe.
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Mastercard partners with King Kapisi to honour decade-long Kiwi businesses
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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Mastercard partners with Kiwi music star King Kapisi to reward New Zealand's small businesses operating for over a decade.
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Mastercard's Dynamic Yield launches AI tool Shopping Muse for personalised retail experience
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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Mastercard's Dynamic Yield unveils Shopping Muse, an AI tool providing bespoke retail experiences through personalised product recommendations.
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Mastercard launches unique gaming initiative with G2 Esports & Riot Games
Fri, 17th Nov 2023
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Mastercard debuts its first gaming initiative, the 'Gamer Academy', in collaboration with G2 Esports and Riot Games.
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Mastercard and FD Global launch fintech governance initiative in Australia
Tue, 14th Nov 2023
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Mastercard and FD Global Connections have launched a governance and risk management scheme for Australian fintechs.
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Kabuni launches immersive learning platform with 'Learn-to-Earn' model
Wed, 8th Nov 2023
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EdTech firm Kabuni introduces Kabuni WIZARD, an immersive learning platform with a unique 'Learn-to-Earn' model for youths.
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In today’s data-driven world, compromising on cybersecurity is not an option
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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As the global financial ecosystem expands, it's getting harder for organisations to navigate the maze of cyber risks alone.
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Small Kiwi businesses cut cybersecurity spend despite rising threats
Thu, 2nd Nov 2023
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Over 130,000 small businesses in New Zealand have faced cybersecurity issues, but reduced expenditure due to cost pressures, says Mastercard.
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Cyber-attacks target 309,000 small businesses with a third facing losses
Thu, 2nd Nov 2023
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Alarmingly, 309,000 small businesses have been targeted by cyber-attacks, with a third reporting financial losses.
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Mastercard, Agoda to enhance B2B payments in travel industry
Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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Mastercard and Agoda have broadened their collaboration in an effort to modernise B2B transactions within the travel and tourism industry.
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Retail most impersonated industry for phishing scams in Q323
Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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The latest Brand Phishing Report reveals retail was the most impersonated industry last quarter with Walmart topping the list.
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Monavate unveils Supply Chain Payments division boosting fintech growth
Wed, 18th Oct 2023
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Cambridge fintech Monavate boosts growth with the launch of a Supply Chain Payments division, helmed by Anant Patel.