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As the number of Electric Vehicles (EVs) continues to surge, the payments industry needs to evolve with the needs of customers and the fast developing technology in this market. The EV charging market alone is a high growth space that, whilst fundamentally physical in nature, relies on a complex digital infrastructure to operate effectively. The customer experience at charging stations needs to be as smooth as possible – especially for business customers. Fast charging points are of course of critical importance, but so too are fast payment methods. Read this article from Aevi to learn what are the seamless payment technologies that are being deployed in the EV space. #payments #ev #contaclesspayments https://lnkd.in/gj49JVq3 Don't miss out on the latest trends and innovations in the payments industry. Follow us here on LinkedIn and click the link to read more!

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗡 With less than a month to go to Australian Payments Network (AusPayNet)’s annual payments Summit – there’s still time to get your ticket to the premier payments event in Australia, but be quick. 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻 Industry initiatives are now underway that will help realise Australia’s vision for a modern, world-class and efficient payments system. This year’s theme of ‘Making it Happen’ will explore the ways in which the Australian payments industry will achieve this vision and ensure the payments system remains secure and customer-focused, facilitates competition and encourages innovation. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 The AusPayNet Summit program brings together decision-makers, innovators, experts, and regulators for insightful and stimulating discussions on the future of payments in Australia, hosted by one of Australia’s most respected and experienced news presenters, Juanita Phillips. The payments leaders you will hear from on the day include: • Reserve Bank of Australia’s Assistant Governor (Financial System), Dr Brad Jones  • ASIC Commissioner, Kate O'Rourke • ACCC Deputy Chair, Catriona Lowe • Commonwealth Treasury’s Head, Market Conduct and Digital Division, James Kelly • Bank for International Settlements – BIS Innovation Hub Head of the Singapore Centre, Maha El Dimachki • Payments NZ Chief Executive, Steve Wiggins 𝗕𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 The last two AusPayNet Summits have sold out, so don’t delay, book your ticket while they are still available. There are a number of ticket options which cater from one delegate to a reserved table for the day or, take advantage of the group discount if you have five or more colleagues attending. For full event details and to register your attendance, visit the Summit website: https://lnkd.in/gBcb9cDu

In this latest Payments Beats podcast episode, Mangala Martinus, MD of Payments Consulting Network and Merchant Advisory, discusses the buy versus build dilemma in payment orchestration with expert guests: John Lunn, CEO at Gr4vy and Anthony Bracic, Head of Product at Wpay. Tune in to understand the key considerations businesses face when deciding between building an in-house solution or buying a third party payments orchestration solution. They discuss the common challenges; key considerations; success stories; the importance of scalability and futureproofing for innovation; and ease of customisation. Listen to the podcast now: Website - https://lnkd.in/g8CPRsdy Libsyn - https://lnkd.in/gPi2SAVh Spotify - https://lnkd.in/giKdx5bA Apple Podcast - https://lnkd.in/gSGu9J9T iHeart - https://lnkd.in/gtm9xxhV #paymentsorchestration #onlinepayments #ecommerce #buyvbuild

The Financial Crime 360 State of the Industry Survey 2024 reveals that #fraud remains the leading challenge in financial crime, with emerging trends such as #AuthorisedPushPayment (APP) fraud and identity fraud gaining traction. This survey, featuring participants from 32 countries, offers vital insights into the payments sector. The survey also underscores the rising investment in AI and machine learning technologies for fraud prevention, along with the importance of industry collaboration and regulatory advancements. These insights are essential for payment firms seeking proactive strategies to navigate this dynamic landscape. Access the full infographic report for more of the findings below. The Payments Association

We'll be exploring the power of data in improving authorisation rates in our panel discussion at the Merchant Advisory Group Payments Summit Singapore 24. Registration is free for merchants and online registration closes 4 November, so don't miss out. Panel Topic: Increasing Authorisation Rates by Adding Data, Not Friction Panellists: ✴ Adam Davies, Payment Partnerships Lead, EMEA, Forter ✴ Surbhi Babbar, Senior Product Manager - Payments and Fintech, Wego.com 🗓️ Date: Friday 15 November 🕒 Time: 2-2:40 PM SGT 📍 Venue: Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre We'll look at what data can be used to ensure that a customer is legitimate; what data should be shared with issuers to improve authorisation; the role of AI in improving outcomes on retries; and innovative ways that merchants can leverage customer and issuer behaviour and data to optimise authorisation rates. It's great to be representing Payments Consulting Network and Merchant Advisory at the summit. If you are based in Singapore, please check out the agenda and register to join us (13-15 November). Online registrations close soon so register today, otherwise you will need to try your luck by registering in person on the day. Click here for summit and registration details - https://lnkd.in/gyAVb9DH #MAGPaymentsSingapore #MAGPaymentsSummit #AdvancingPaymentsTogether #paymentsoptimisation

Two key forms of tokenisation are network tokenisation and PCI tokenisation and each method offers unique benefits and serves different purposes within the payment ecosystem. By carefully evaluating their needs and the features of each tokenisation method, businesses can make informed decisions to protect sensitive payment information. Learn more about these two methods including their benefits and differences in this article by Gr4vy. #tokenisation #networktokenisation #PCItokenisation https://lnkd.in/gJ7YxEcW

#IndependentSoftwareVendors (ISVs) and marketplaces now see payments as a potential revenue stream. Rainforest’s Payments-as-a-Service model helps ISVs grow revenue by embedding payments into their products, without taking on compliance risks or operational headaches. In this interview, Steven Leitman, Commercial Director at Payments Consulting Network, speaks with Joshua Silver, Founder and CEO of Rainforest, to explore how the company empowers platforms to monetise payments, the innovations on their roadmap and the trends shaping the future of payments. Read the full article to learn more about Rainforest’s commitment to helping software platforms unlock new revenue streams by embedding payments seamlessly. #paymentserviceproviders #embeddedpayments https://lnkd.in/gt_fQqx9

Did you know that 70% of cart abandonments happen after customers enter the transaction flow? This is according to Nuvei's study, 'Accelerating revenue growth'. To boost conversions, businesses can focus on three key areas: reducing payment friction, offering relevant payment and financing options, and minimising transaction errors. Discover how small improvements in these areas can improve revenue. Read the full study for insights! #PaymentUX #ConversionOptimisation https://lnkd.in/gnuhSBJG

Merchants often struggle to keep pace with the rapid innovations in #NetworkTokenisation. In this episode, Liz Beggs, Chief Operating Officer at Payments Consulting Network and Merchant Advisory, engages in a conversation with Cameron Fredericks, Payment Partnerships Manager at David Jones, and Surin Fernando, Senior Vice President and Head of Customer Solution Centre at Mastercard Australasia. Together, they aim to provide merchants with a clearer understanding of it and the advantages of adopting this capability for online businesses. The discussion covers a range of topics around Network Tokenisation, such as its core concept, its market introduction, its evolution thus far and its future trajectory. They also explore why merchants should consider implementing it, the key factors to take into account before doing so and the primary benefits it offers both to merchants and their customers. Listen to the podcast now: Website - https://lnkd.in/gw6H5JRe Libsyn - https://lnkd.in/ga4m4GHP Spotify - https://lnkd.in/gheqj23c Apple Podcast - https://lnkd.in/gigk6G2T iHeart - https://lnkd.in/gsDTSdHx