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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. 
Tap-to-Phone Technology Revolutionizes Mobile Payment Capabilities
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Tap-to-Phone Technology Revolutionizes Mobile Payment Capabilities

Tap-to-phone technology is redefining the landscape of mobile payments, transforming smartphones into versatile payment terminals. This technology leverages the contactless payment chips ubiquitous in modern smartphones to enable not just payments, but also the receipt of payments, enhancing convenience and efficiency across numerous sectors. As global reliance on digital payments increases, the integration of this technology promises to streamline transactions

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Network and Ant Partner to Boost MEA Digital Payments and Inclusion
E-Commerce
Network and Ant Partner to Boost MEA Digital Payments and Inclusion

Network International, a key player in digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has entered a strategic partnership with Ant International, a globally renowned digital payment and fintech provider. This collaboration is marked by a Memorandum of Understanding and aims to offer innovative payment solutions, fostering digital transformation and financial inclusion in the MEA region. The partnership was

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How Does Nium Verify Revolutionize Global Payment Processing?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Does Nium Verify Revolutionize Global Payment Processing?

Nium has introduced a state-of-the-art solution called Nium Verify, designed to address global payment challenges effectively by offering real-time bank account verification in 50 markets worldwide. This new solution is set to expedite and secure payment processing for both businesses and individuals, significantly minimizing errors, operational inefficiencies, and compliance risks. As the economic impact of failed payments in 2020 was

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PSP Services Inc. Acquires NCR Atleos’ Canadian Debit Card Business
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
PSP Services Inc. Acquires NCR Atleos’ Canadian Debit Card Business

PSP Services Inc. (PSP) has announced a significant milestone in its growth strategy by agreeing to acquire NCR Atleos’ debit card production and transaction processing business in Canada, a move expected to greatly enhance its service offerings and market position. This acquisition is poised to integrate seamlessly with PSP’s award-winning HLX™ unified commerce platform, which aims to deliver cutting-edge payment

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How Can FinTechs Navigate the U.S. Payments Market with BIN Sponsorship?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Can FinTechs Navigate the U.S. Payments Market with BIN Sponsorship?

Thredd has recently launched a complimentary guide titled "Launching in America: A Guide to Issuing via BIN Sponsorship" to assist FinTechs and program managers in navigating the complexities of the U.S. payments market. The intricate regulatory framework and the diverse business landscape make it challenging for foreign entities to establish a foothold. The guide offers comprehensive insights into the American

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Geidea and tpay Partner to Advance Digital Payments in META
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Geidea and tpay Partner to Advance Digital Payments in META

In a significant stride towards revolutionary change in the digital payments landscape, Geidea and tpay have formed a strategic partnership targeting Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE. This collaboration aims to transform the payment experience for both merchants and consumers by offering an integrated suite of payment methods—such as Direct Carrier Billing (DCB), card payments, and e-wallets—on a single, unified

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Orange Partners with Mastercard to Expand Mobile Payments in Africa
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Orange Partners with Mastercard to Expand Mobile Payments in Africa

Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) and Mastercard have formed a strategic alliance aimed at expanding access to mobile financial services across Sub-Saharan Africa, a region where a significant portion of the population remains unbanked. The collaboration aims to enable millions of Orange Money wallet holders to utilize digital payments through Mastercard’s globally recognized merchant network by 2025, thereby opening

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Can Paydock and Aevi Transform Payment Systems with Omnichannel Solutions?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Can Paydock and Aevi Transform Payment Systems with Omnichannel Solutions?

The strategic partnership between Paydock, an eCommerce payment orchestration platform, and Aevi, a specialist in in-store payment orchestration, is set to redefine how businesses manage their payment systems. By merging Paydock’s robust digital payment infrastructure with Aevi’s in-store payment expertise, the collaboration aims to deliver a unified omnichannel payment orchestration solution. This joint effort targets financial institutions, merchants, and Independent

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Visa and USAID Partner to Boost Digital Inclusion in Emerging Markets
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Visa and USAID Partner to Boost Digital Inclusion in Emerging Markets

In a move to enhance financial inclusion and foster economic growth in emerging markets, Visa and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving access to digital government systems. The collaboration is designed to create secure and inclusive digital platforms that will allow citizens and businesses more convenient access to essential government

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Finzly Launches FedNow Instant Payment Service on AWS Marketplace
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Finzly Launches FedNow Instant Payment Service on AWS Marketplace

Finzly, a leading provider of payment solutions for financial institutions, announced the launch of its instant payment service on AWS Marketplace. This development is part of Finzly’s ongoing efforts to facilitate the adoption of real-time payments by leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS), thereby addressing the increasing demand for modernized payment infrastructures. Approximately 75% of financial institutions find legacy systems a

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Worldpay and Capital One Partner to Enhance Payment Fraud Detection
E-Commerce
Worldpay and Capital One Partner to Enhance Payment Fraud Detection

Worldpay and Capital One have initiated a significant collaboration aimed at optimizing payment fraud decision making and enhancing payment security through data sharing. The partnership integrates data from Capital One’s cards directly into Worldpay’s FraudSight system. This integration is expected to reduce false positive declines by 40% and improve the detection of actual fraud. With an increasing volume of e-commerce

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Yuno Introduces Payout, Transforming Global Payment Orchestration
E-Commerce
Yuno Introduces Payout, Transforming Global Payment Orchestration

In a landmark announcement at Money20/20 USA, Yuno has unveiled Payout, an innovative solution aimed at revolutionizing the way merchants manage global payment processes. This latest offering from the world’s leading payment orchestrator promises to simplify and streamline both pay-ins and pay-outs through a single, user-friendly platform. Simplifying Global Payment Processes One Platform for All Payment Needs Payout integrates a

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