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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. 
Navigating Digital Lending: Mid-Size Banks Balance Tech and Service
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Navigating Digital Lending: Mid-Size Banks Balance Tech and Service

The digital transformation of lending practices is posing a significant challenge for mid-sized banks, encompassing community banks, regional banks, digital-only banks, and credit unions. Traditionally, these financial institutions (FIs) have excelled in establishing strong, personalized relationships with small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Now, as they transition to digital lending, they face numerous hurdles alongside substantial opportunities for enhancing operational efficiency.

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November 12, 2024
How Will the Ecobank-Nium Partnership Transform African Payments?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Will the Ecobank-Nium Partnership Transform African Payments?

In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionize financial transactions across Africa, fintech company Nium has teamed up with Ecobank to introduce real-time payment services. This collaboration will span 35 African markets and aims to elevate Ecobank’s service offerings for its 32 million customers by integrating Nium’s advanced global payments network with Ecobank’s established SWIFT messaging system. By doing so, the

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November 12, 2024
Yuno Unveils Smart Routing to Optimize Payment Processing for Merchants
E-Commerce
Yuno Unveils Smart Routing to Optimize Payment Processing for Merchants

In a move that promises to revolutionize the payment processing landscape for merchants worldwide, Yuno has launched its innovative Smart Routing solution. This cutting-edge payment orchestration system utilizes Yuno’s proprietary data and intelligent algorithms to automatically determine the most efficient payment pathways. By doing so, it minimizes the need for manual management of payment flows, streamlining operations and enhancing overall

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November 12, 2024
How Will Thunes and Papara Transform Global Money Transfers to Türkiye?
E-Commerce
How Will Thunes and Papara Transform Global Money Transfers to Türkiye?

In an increasingly interconnected world, the need for seamless and efficient money transfers across borders has become more critical than ever. Thunes and Papara have forged a bilateral partnership aimed at revolutionizing how cross-border money transfers to and from Türkiye are conducted. This collaboration is set to benefit Papara’s vast user base of 21 million, enabling them to send money

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November 12, 2024
USI Money and Visa Partner to Accelerate Global Digital Payments
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
USI Money and Visa Partner to Accelerate Global Digital Payments

In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the landscape of digital payments, USI Money has partnered with Visa to implement Visa Direct, enhancing and expediting digital payment solutions for their customers worldwide. This strategic collaboration seeks to merge USI Money’s advanced technological capabilities with Visa Direct’s state-of-the-art platform, enabling real-time transfers to bank accounts and digital wallets across the globe.

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November 12, 2024
Are Digital eGifts the Future of Contactless Payment Solutions?
E-Commerce
Are Digital eGifts the Future of Contactless Payment Solutions?

In a significant move towards enhancing the digital gifting experience, Blackhawk Network (BHN) has introduced Visa® eGift and Mastercard® eGift products in collaboration with Visa Inc. and Mastercard. This initiative reflects the growing trend of digital and contactless payments, aiming to cater to the increasing consumer demand for QR-code and tap-to-pay technologies. These eGifts are widely available across more than

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November 12, 2024
How Can Smart Routing Revolutionize Merchant Payment Processes?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Can Smart Routing Revolutionize Merchant Payment Processes?

The introduction of Smart Routing by Yuno, a leading payment orchestration platform, highlights a transformative step for merchants in managing their payment processes more efficiently. Payments are becoming increasingly complex due to the multitude of available providers, each offering their own benefits and drawbacks. By optimizing payment flows, Smart Routing presents a revolutionary way for merchants to not only enhance

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November 12, 2024
How Will Thunes and Papara Transform Cross-Border Payments in Türkiye?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Will Thunes and Papara Transform Cross-Border Payments in Türkiye?

In a pivotal move for the financial technology sector, Thunes, a renowned global money transfer network based in Singapore, has announced a strategic partnership with Papara, Türkiye’s top FinTech firm. This collaboration is set to revolutionize cross-border transfers to and from Türkiye by integrating Thunes’ extensive Direct Global Network with Papara’s services, offering users an innovative and efficient platform to

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November 12, 2024
Emirates NBD and Mastercard Launch Advanced Travel Payment Solution
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Emirates NBD and Mastercard Launch Advanced Travel Payment Solution

In an innovative move to digitize and optimize the payment flows in the travel industry, Emirates NBD, one of the largest banking groups in the MENAT region, has teamed up with Mastercard to introduce the Emirates NBD Wholesale Travel Solution. This partnership aims to address the increasing necessity for digitalization in B2B payments, particularly for travel agencies managing payments between

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November 11, 2024
How Will the PayPoint-Share Energy Partnership Benefit Customers?
E-Commerce
How Will the PayPoint-Share Energy Partnership Benefit Customers?

In an exciting development for pre-payment electricity customers in Northern Ireland, PayPoint and Share Energy have announced a strategic partnership aiming to enhance the overall customer experience and convenience. This collaboration will allow customers to top up their electricity meters effortlessly at any of PayPoint’s 1,167 locations across Northern Ireland. As energy needs increase, especially during the colder months, the

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November 11, 2024
Caruso and Fidel API Enhance Loyalty with Innovative Card-Linked Offers
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Caruso and Fidel API Enhance Loyalty with Innovative Card-Linked Offers

In a significant move aimed at transforming the retail experience for consumers, Caruso, a leading real estate development and hospitality company in the U.S., has renewed its partnership with Fidel API, a global pioneer in card-linked offer technology. This collaboration seeks to elevate consumer experiences through personalized card-linked offers at Caruso’s luxury retail destinations in California, reflecting a concerted effort

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November 11, 2024
How Does TD and TouchBistro’s Partnership Benefit Canadian Restaurants?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Does TD and TouchBistro’s Partnership Benefit Canadian Restaurants?

In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, the recent partnership between the Toronto-Dominion Bank Group (TD) and TouchBistro is set to provide significant benefits for Canadian restaurant owners. This collaboration melds TD’s trusted payment processing services with TouchBistro’s comprehensive POS and restaurant management solutions, creating an integrated platform that promises to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of restaurant operations.

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November 11, 2024