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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 You Ready for Black Friday by Ensuring Payment Security?
E-Commerce
Are You Ready for Black Friday by Ensuring Payment Security?

As another Black Friday approaches, e-commerce retailers face the recurring challenge of ensuring payment security. With shoppers eagerly searching for deals, businesses must prioritize safeguarding their payment systems. A recent study, "The European E-commerce Report," conducted by Mollie, provides insight into the critical role of payment security in online shopping behavior. This study reveals that nearly half (48%) of UK

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PayFuture Enters Pakistan, Revolutionizing Ecommerce with Local Solutions
E-Commerce
PayFuture Enters Pakistan, Revolutionizing Ecommerce with Local Solutions

PayFuture, a global leader in payment technology, has commenced operations in Pakistan, facilitating the entry of international businesses into South Asia’s burgeoning ecommerce market. This expansion heralds the introduction of advanced payment technology and a profound understanding of local regulations, enabling businesses to navigate Pakistan’s market complexities effortlessly. PayFuture’s integration supports popular local payment methods such as Easypaisa and JazzCash,

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Will Klarna’s Interest-Free Payments Revolutionize Google Pay?
E-Commerce
Will Klarna’s Interest-Free Payments Revolutionize Google Pay?

Next year, Klarna, a leading AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, will officially launch on Google Pay, promising to offer U.S. users interest-free installment payments at checkout. This collaboration could transform the shopping experience by providing an unprecedented level of flexibility and choice to consumers. Klarna’s CEO, Sebastian Siemiatkowski, stated that this collaboration perfectly aligns with Klarna’s vision to

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How Will Network International Enhance NBF’s Digital Payments?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Will Network International Enhance NBF’s Digital Payments?

In a significant move to revolutionize digital payment services for corporate clients, Network International has entered into a collaborative agreement with the National Bank of Fujairah (NBF). This partnership aims to bring advanced omni-channel payment solutions to NBF’s corporate customers, offering both online and in-person payment services. By integrating Network’s sophisticated payment capabilities, NBF intends to enhance operational efficiency and

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How Can Financial Institutions Leverage Volante Payments Intelligence?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Can Financial Institutions Leverage Volante Payments Intelligence?

In an era where the payments ecosystem is becoming increasingly complex due to the proliferation of real-time payments, the adoption of ISO 20022, and the surge in digital payment flows, financial institutions are seeking solutions to navigate these challenges effectively. Volante Technologies has introduced Volante Payments Intelligence, a pioneering product designed to help institutions utilize both real-time and historical payment

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How Does PayPal’s New Feature Simplify Group Fund Management?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Does PayPal’s New Feature Simplify Group Fund Management?

PayPal, a leading company in the FinTech industry, recently unveiled a highly anticipated feature that promises to revolutionize how users manage group funds. Users in the US, Germany, Italy, and Spain can now seamlessly pool finances with friends and family for free. Whether it’s planning a vacation, buying a group gift, or organizing an event, the new feature addresses the

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Is Vietnam Leading the Way in Digital Banking with Cake and Visa?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Is Vietnam Leading the Way in Digital Banking with Cake and Visa?

Vietnam’s largest digital bank, Cake by VPBank (Cake), has recently made a groundbreaking move by launching a fully cloud-based Card Management System (CMS) in partnership with Visa, creating a significant milestone as the first deployment of its kind in Vietnam. By leveraging the Visa Cloud Connect technology on the Google Cloud infrastructure, Cake has positioned itself at the forefront of

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How Is Payfinia Revolutionizing Instant Payments for Credit Unions?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
How Is Payfinia Revolutionizing Instant Payments for Credit Unions?

Today, the world of financial technology is marked by rapid innovation and a push toward more efficient and secure payment solutions. Among these trailblazers is Payfinia, an independent payments company at the forefront of democratizing instant payments. By introducing the Payfinia Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) and securing $4.5 million in seed funding from the reputable Star One Credit Union,

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Adyen and Zalando Enhance Payment Security and Customer Satisfaction
E-Commerce
Adyen and Zalando Enhance Payment Security and Customer Satisfaction

In a move set to revolutionize the payment landscape for online fashion retail, Adyen, a leading financial technology platform, and Zalando, Europe’s foremost online fashion retailer, have expanded their strategic partnership to bring advanced payment solutions to 15 European markets. This expansion positions Adyen as one of Zalando’s key payment partners and designates it as the exclusive provider for several

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Can Your E-Commerce Store Handle Holiday Checkout Demands Efficiently?
E-Commerce
Can Your E-Commerce Store Handle Holiday Checkout Demands Efficiently?

As e-commerce merchants brace for the festive season’s surge in shopping activity, the ability to manage and streamline the checkout process becomes crucial for capitalizing on heightened consumer interest. During peak shopping periods such as Black Friday and the holidays, customers are more likely to abandon their carts if they encounter any friction in the checkout process, emphasizing the importance

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Can Virtual Cards Revolutionize Travel Agency Payments?
Digital Lending / Digital Payments
Can Virtual Cards Revolutionize Travel Agency Payments?

The introduction of the Emirates NBD Wholesale Travel Solution, a B2B virtual card payment product tailored for travel agencies, presents a thought-provoking shift in the way financial transactions are handled within the travel industry. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Mastercard, aims to simplify and digitize payment processes between travel agencies and their suppliers, leveraging the capabilities of Mastercard’s advanced

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Mastercard Partners with Qover to Offer Return Shipping Protection
E-Commerce
Mastercard Partners with Qover to Offer Return Shipping Protection

In a move that could greatly enhance the online shopping experience for Mastercard credit cardholders in Belgium and Luxembourg, Mastercard has teamed up with insurtech firm Qover to introduce a new service aimed at addressing a common pain point of online shoppers: the cost of shipping returns. Given that nearly 90% of Belgians shopped online in early 2024, this initiative

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