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Mikhail Hamilton

Mikhail Hamilton specializes in E-Commerce, Digital Lending, and Digital Payments. Passionate about the expansion of these industries, Mikhail's work is credited with having helped businesses in these sectors grow, develop their teams, and deliver outstanding results. 
Medtech and E-Commerce: Learning from Each Other’s Innovations
E-Commerce
Medtech and E-Commerce: Learning from Each Other’s Innovations

The medtech and e-commerce industries appear worlds apart, yet they both face similar obstacles that can be effectively tackled through the exchange of innovative practices and strategies. As these sectors continue to evolve, they are compelled to address crucial challenges like scalability, customer experience, fraud prevention, and compliance. By examining these two industries together, hidden opportunities are unveiled for mutual

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Is India’s UPI the Future of Global Digital Payments?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Is India’s UPI the Future of Global Digital Payments?

In the fast-evolving realm of financial technology, India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) brings innovation and efficiency to the global payments landscape. As a transformative force reshaping digital transactions, UPI’s influence extends beyond India, prompting international discussions about its potential role in global financial integration. As more countries take notice of its streamlined approach and user-friendly model, UPI stands poised to

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How Is Tide Revolutionizing SME Lending With Fintech?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Is Tide Revolutionizing SME Lending With Fintech?

In the rapidly evolving finance sector, the demand for efficient and flexible funding solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is more pressing than ever. Tide, a pioneering UK-based financial platform, is leading this charge as it recently secured a significant £100 million debt facility from Fasanara Capital, aiming to enhance short-term cash flow solutions for SMEs. The ambition is

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Mastercard Unveils Agent Pay to Revolutionize AI-Driven Commerce
E-Commerce
Mastercard Unveils Agent Pay to Revolutionize AI-Driven Commerce

Mastercard has launched Agent Pay, a groundbreaking advancement in agentic payments technology aimed at reshaping commerce in this era defined by the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI). As an integral component of Mastercard’s Agentic Payments Program, Agent Pay employs sophisticated tokenization technologies to provide payment experiences that are not only smarter but also more secure and personalized. This strategic

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Reducing Cart Abandonment to Boost E-Commerce Sales
E-Commerce
Reducing Cart Abandonment to Boost E-Commerce Sales

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires understanding the prevalent issue of cart abandonment—a scenario where potential customers add items to their shopping carts but do not complete the purchase. This problem results in significant revenue losses for online retailers and poses a challenge that demands careful attention. Identifying the root causes of cart abandonment and implementing strategic solutions is paramount

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Can FinTech Unicorns Solve Europe’s Late Payment Crisis?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Can FinTech Unicorns Solve Europe’s Late Payment Crisis?

In the rapidly evolving digital economy, the challenge of late payments looms large over businesses across Europe, amounting to a staggering £275 billion crisis. This payment predicament affects nearly fifty percent of companies, stifling their cash flow and hindering growth. FinTech companies, with their innovative technology solutions, seek to alleviate these concerns. Two prominent unicorns, Qonto and Mollie, have joined

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Will Real-Time Payee Verification Transform Qatar’s Payments?
E-Commerce
Will Real-Time Payee Verification Transform Qatar’s Payments?

The financial landscape in Qatar has been experiencing a transformative shift, marked by the integration of cutting-edge technologies aimed at enhancing the efficiency and security of transactions. A landmark development emerged as Alfardan Exchange, in collaboration with iPiD, rolled out Qatar’s premier real-time payee verification service. This initiative, known as iPiD Validate, leverages advanced technology to authenticate the names and

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South African SMEs Unlock Cross-Border E-Commerce Potential
E-Commerce
South African SMEs Unlock Cross-Border E-Commerce Potential

In a rapidly evolving global marketplace, cross-border e-commerce has emerged as a game-changer for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa. As more consumers turn to online shopping across international borders, SMEs are finding pathways to new markets that were previously hard to reach. The lure of increased revenue and brand expansion entices businesses to take calculated risks in

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Sprive Secures £5.5M to Revolutionize UK Mortgage Payments
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Sprive Secures £5.5M to Revolutionize UK Mortgage Payments

The landscape of mortgage payment solutions is undergoing a profound transformation as a UK-based FinTech company, Sprive, has successfully secured £5.5 million in a new round of funding. This financial injection is spearheaded by investment firm Ascension, with additional contributions from Channel4Ventures, Velocity Capital, and TwoMagnolias. In a country where household debt is notably burdened by mortgage liabilities—comprising roughly 80%

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Are Nordic Payments Ready for 2025’s Innovation and Compliance?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Are Nordic Payments Ready for 2025’s Innovation and Compliance?

As the Nordic region steadily advances in payment technology, it stands at a crossroads where innovation and regulatory compliance converge in transformative ways. The recent discussions at the “NextGen Nordics 2025” conference reveal critical insights into how these forces interact, guiding the evolution of the Nordic payment ecosystem. By examining key topics such as legacy system migration, fraud prevention, and

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How Are Payment Processors Becoming All-in-One Platforms?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Are Payment Processors Becoming All-in-One Platforms?

Payment processors are rapidly evolving from mere transaction handlers to comprehensive service platforms for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs) in Europe. This transformation is driven by increasing market demands and the need for processors to stand out in a competitive landscape. Companies like Froda exemplify this shift by raising funds to expand embedded financing options, offering SMBs tools

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How is du Pay Transforming Digital Payments in the UAE?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How is du Pay Transforming Digital Payments in the UAE?

Over the past year, du Pay, the digital payment platform from du, has made significant strides in reshaping the UAE’s financial landscape. Since its inception, the platform has reached an impressive number of milestones, such as garnering over half a million app downloads and enabling transactions worth half a billion dirhams. This digital endeavor has demonstrated strong capabilities in offering

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