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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. 
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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Can OmniRetail Transform Africa’s B2B E-commerce Market?
E-Commerce
Can OmniRetail Transform Africa’s B2B E-commerce Market?

Amid the dynamic landscape of African e-commerce, OmniRetail has emerged as a significant player, capturing attention with its ambitious goals and recent $20 million Series A funding. In an era where traditional commerce mechanisms face rapid evolution, OmniRetail aims to redefine the business-to-business (B2B) sector, especially in Nigeria and West Africa. By implementing a tech-centric approach, OmniRetail seeks to streamline

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Is Solana the Future of Global Payments with Worldpay?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Is Solana the Future of Global Payments with Worldpay?

The financial landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with digital currencies gaining prominence as viable alternatives to traditional banking systems. Worldpay’s integration of USDG, a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, into the Solana blockchain ecosystem marks a pivotal advancement in payment solutions. This integration allows for near-instant, cost-effective global transactions, promising a future where payments are faster and more

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How Will VoPay Transform Cross-Border Payments?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Will VoPay Transform Cross-Border Payments?

In recent years, the global payment technology industry has faced significant changes driven by digital commerce growth and evolving business needs. VoPay has announced its Cross-Border Payments-as-a-Service solution, offering a transformative approach for software platforms and financial institutions engaging in international transactions. This development aims to enhance transparency, streamline compliance, and eliminate the complexity of establishing cross-border payment infrastructure. Industry

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Enhancing Security and Financial Tools in Digital Wallets
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Enhancing Security and Financial Tools in Digital Wallets

A Consumer Reports study has examined the benefits and risks of digital wallets, assessing Apple Pay, Cash App, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, and Venmo. This study, conducted from May through March, involved comprehensive consumer research, documentation review, user interface and technical product tests, and company interactions. It identified major concerns, including inadequate fraud protection, insufficient data minimization, and limited

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Real-Time Payments: Paving the Future of Global Finance
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Real-Time Payments: Paving the Future of Global Finance

In today’s fast-evolving financial landscape, real-time payments are fundamentally transforming how people and businesses conduct transactions. These systems offer unprecedented speed, efficiency, and accessibility, enabling real-time financial interactions across the globe. As both developed and developing markets increasingly adopt these technologies, they are fostering enhanced financial inclusion and broader connectivity. Industry leaders, such as Bridget Hall of ACI Worldwide, are

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Safest Payment Methods for Secure Online Gambling
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Safest Payment Methods for Secure Online Gambling

Online gambling’s remarkable surge is most notable for its combination of entertainment and potential financial wins, pushing users toward a digital realm where security is paramount. As smartphone use becomes even more widespread, facilitating convenient access to myriad online casinos, robust payment methods are essential to secure sensitive information. The article delves into the critical elements that define a safe

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Are Mobile-Only Parking Payments Fair for All Edmontonians?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Are Mobile-Only Parking Payments Fair for All Edmontonians?

The city of Edmonton is witnessing a significant shift as it transitions to a mobile-only parking payment system, a move that is stirring a notable wave of controversy among its citizens. Scheduled for the complete elimination of physical parking meters by July 31, 2025, this change toward an app-based system introduces substantial questions regarding accessibility and fairness to all residents.

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Can Alternative Payments Transform B2B Financial Operations?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Can Alternative Payments Transform B2B Financial Operations?

The landscape of B2B financial operations is undergoing a seismic shift as traditional payment systems struggle to meet the needs of increasingly digital and global markets. Despite the evolution seen in consumer payments, B2B sectors have been notably slower to adapt, hampered by outdated methods resulting in delayed settlements and restricted international transactions. A notable player in this transformation is

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Circle Unveils CPN: Instant Global Payments with Stablecoins
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Circle Unveils CPN: Instant Global Payments with Stablecoins

Efficient cross-border payment systems have long been a challenge for businesses and individuals alike. Traditional international transfers can take days to complete and often come with high fees, making them quite unreliable. In response to these issues, Circle has introduced the Circle Payments Network (CPN) to revolutionize international transfers through stablecoins like USDC and EURC. This roundup article gathers insights

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