PASBA
AUGUST 29, 2019
Today’s small business owner faces a significantly greater challenge in managing human resources regulations at the federal and state levels along with increased regulation in all aspects of their business. Accounting firms that can assist their clients with managing human capital and financial concerns at the same time can truly stand out from the competition.
SMBAccountant
AUGUST 28, 2019
Do you think Fraud/Theft only happens in the Retail Environment? Think again. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge and information you will need to identify risk factors within your company so that you can put policies in place to protect your business from this ever happening to you. Employee Fraud/Theft Statistics that will shock you: Annual revenues lost to theft or fraud – 7% Employees who have stolen at least once form their employer – 75% Employees who have stolen at least twi
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PYMNTS
AUGUST 26, 2019
This week marked a historical milestone that many Americans probably missed in the course of trying to follow a news cycle that is always full, to say the least. This week an American citizen’s bank account was hacked. From space. The story, admittedly, is a bit less exciting than the setup makes it sound; it is not the case that E.T. has picked up a bad bitcoin habit and turned to a life of cybercrime to support his cryptocurrency speculating addiction.
Katz,Sapper&Miller
AUGUST 27, 2019
Not-for-Profit Services Group to help organizations navigate and understand Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606).
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SMBAccountant
AUGUST 28, 2019
Do you think Fraud/Theft only happens in the Retail Environment? Think again. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge and information you will need to identify risk factors within your company so that you can put policies in place to protect your business from this ever happening to you. Employee Fraud/Theft Statistics that will shock you: Annual revenues lost to theft or fraud – 7% Employees who have stolen at least once form their employer – 75% Employees who have stolen at least twi
PYMNTS
AUGUST 26, 2019
The phenomenon of payments fraud is not a modern one — far from it. But as RL Prasad, SVP of payment system risk at Visa , told Karen Webster in a recent conversation, what is new today is the who and the how of fraud, particularly in a digital world. As for the who, Prasad told Webster that there are still plenty of attacks perpetrated by the more professional organized crime-modeled hacker gangs that are behind massive breaches that capture the headlines.
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PYMNTS
AUGUST 30, 2019
Here’s a thought as the unofficial end of summer draws near and a new decade looms: Pay more attention to Vietnam. No doubt you already are, but maybe pay even more attention, especially to get a better sense of how digital and mobile payment and commerce trends are playing out in one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. In a new PYMNTS interview with Karen Webster, Ryan Frere, the vice president of global payments at Flywire , made one of the latest cases we’ve heard about why Vietnam
PYMNTS
AUGUST 30, 2019
U.S. bank PNC has begun using RippleNet to facilitate cross-border transactions, reports said Thursday (Aug. 29). Fintech Futures reported that PNC is the first U.S. bank to use RippleNet’s blockchain network to move money across borders. The solution is available to corporate clients of the bank’s PNC Treasury Management unit, according to reports, and will enable PNC to offer businesses real-time global payments.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
From the biggest transactions between enterprises to the small weekly allowances doled out weekly by 70 percent of America’s parents , there are three ingredients necessary when trying to reap the many rewards of digitization. First, it has to be fast , because no one likes standing in line. It has to be safe, because trust is the grease that keeps the financial services wheels spinning.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Global payments company MoneyGram announced a new partnership with HD Bank in Vietnam to provide a home delivery service, MoneyGram said in a press release on Thursday (Aug. 29). . MoneyGram already has a home delivery network in Vietnam, but teaming with HD Bank offers customers more confidence money will arrive where it is supposed to and on time.
Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course
Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
While Facebook’s proposed cryptocurrency Libra hangs in regulatory limbo over concerns of money laundering and a threat to financial stability, popular social network Telegram has plans to release its own cryptocurrency by October, according to a report by The New York Times. “A whole new economy saturated with goods and services sold for cryptocurrency will be born,” the company said in 2017.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 30, 2019
Elwood Asset Management — owned by British billionaire and Brevan Howard Founder Alan Howard — is planning a $1 billion venture into the crypto hedge fund space. The asset manager is developing a platform that would tailor portfolios of cryptocurrency funds for institutional investors, the Financial Times reported on Aug. 30. Howard is launching a $1 billion endeavor for specially-designed cryptocurrency hedge fund portfolios.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
While all financial institutions (FIs) operate on customer relationships, trust and loyalty can play a larger role for credit unions. According to PYMNTS’ Credit Union Innovation Index, 65 percent of credit union members said they chose a credit union (CU) as their primary because they trusted it, as opposed to 45 percent of non-CU members who said the same.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 26, 2019
Chinese tech giant Tencent has said it will release a version of its ultra-popular WeChat app specifically for drivers to use in cars, according to a report by Reuters. The company is teaming up with China carmaker China Chang’an Automobile Group on the function. WeChat is China’s most popular chat app, with upwards of a billion users. The app will be integrated into upcoming car models later this year.
Speaker: Jamie Eagan
As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Turn off that TV show or movie — even if you are binge-watching this holiday weekend, just take a minute away from the addictive content — and wish a hearty happy birthday to the force more or less behind all your home-entertainment enjoyment. Yes, Netflix is another year old. The streaming and subscription service turned 22 on Thursday (Aug. 29). The trends sparked largely by this company since 1997 have led to new areas of commerce, new opportunities for payments and even potentially existenti
PYMNTS
AUGUST 25, 2019
Uber is trying to reassure its customers before a tell-all book about the company is released. One excerpt of the book, authored by New York Times reporter Mike Isaac , reveals that Uber misled customers into paying $1 more per ride by telling them the rideshare giant would use the proceeds to pay for an “industry-leading background check process, regular motor vehicle checks, driver safety education, development of safety features in the app, and insurance.”.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Small businesses have historically been deemed as unprofitable by major banks, with FIs’ innovation efforts often prioritizing consumer products, followed by commercial banking offerings. The twist is, that gap in small business banking innovation led external FinTechs to step in and today, small business banking is a highly competitive, and highly innovative, area of financial services.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
In China, the central bank has said that it will offer up a three-year development plan for the domestic FinTech sector. As reported by AltFi , the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has said that the sector represents a “new” growth engine. The reports state that the FinTech firms in that country “should take the approach of [Chinese president] Xi Jinping’s socialism with Chinese characteristics in the new era as the guide.
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Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Down supply chains, paper checks indeed remain the dominant way companies pay suppliers, logistics service providers and business partners. While the payment method is far from efficient — paper requires manual data entry, expanding the risk of mistakes and fraud and taking up valuable time — it’s often the actions before the actual act of payment bogging up cash flow.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Nike’s new Adapt Huarache shoes work with voice commands on Siri and Apple Watch , allowing owners to adjust the fit and lace and unlace their sneakers, CNBC reported on Thursday (Aug. 29). This redesign of the 1991 Nike Huarache uses FitAdapt self-lacing technology, similar to the Nike Adapt BB shoes that were announced in January. The latest iteration of FitAdapt allows for more personal preferences, environments and situations.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
California-based Imperva , a principal cybersecurity provider that works to prevent website breaches, has said it was hacked, The Next Web reported on Wednesday (Aug. 28). The popular security vendor said its cloud-based firewall product exposed user data online, including email addresses, passwords, API keys and SSL certificates. The hack affects customers using the Cloud Web Application Firewall (WAF) product.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 27, 2019
In the quest to streamline B2B processes, and to move beyond the way things have always been done – especially when it comes to managing payments and cash flow — ePayables are gaining traction with financial professionals. As noted in a recent Optimization and ePayables Playbook , more than one-third of businesses are “enthusiastic” about adopting that innovation, with an eye on improving day-to-day operations.
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PYMNTS
AUGUST 26, 2019
To provide men’s personal care items that feel like premium brands at accessible price points, eCommerce innovators are building product lines through the direct-to-consumer (DTC) model. Take Huron , which sells body wash, face lotion and face wash through its website. Founder Matt Mullenax was inspired to start the brand after cutting his teeth in the DTC world as an early employee at Bonobos.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 24, 2019
It’s that’s time of year again – football season is upon us. As diehard baseball geeks pout about having to share TV time with another major sport, and most of the country goes into New England Patriot-hating mode, the digital payments and commerce industry gets pretty optimistic – and even excited. That’s because every NFL season promises to bring advances in payments.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 26, 2019
Everyone in retail and payments is – or should be – getting ready for 5G mobile network technology. More potential and real 5G use cases keep popping up (more about that in just a bit), but it also pays to keep in mind that as the technology moves closer to the mainstream, more consumers are fighting back against those deployments. Here at PYMNTS, we take a generally optimistic and robust view of the coming decade of the 2020s, during which many fresh payments and retail innovations promise to c
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
Digital fraud continues to be one of the most pressing issues that marketplaces face today. Experts estimate that total fraud losses in 2018 totaled $3.9 trillion — an increase of 49.5 percent over the last 10 years. However, there is no consistent way of measuring fraud, as many victims are either unaware that they have been defrauded or have a vested interest in keeping their victimization private for fear of scaring off customers.
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PYMNTS
AUGUST 27, 2019
Citi announced on Monday (Aug. 26) that its corporate treasury APIs and its CitiConnect API platform have processed more than $26 billion for corporate clients. In a press release , Citi said the CitiConnect platform has processed more than 157 million API calls since its November 2016 launch. The APIs for Treasury Services connect the bank’s more than 55 corporate clients and their treasurers to integrate a range of Citi’s financial services directly into their treasury and enterprise resource
PYMNTS
AUGUST 25, 2019
The Colorado-based online ID management company Ping Identity is going public and is trying to raise up to $100 million in an IPO on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker “Ping,” reports said on Friday (Aug. 23). Founded in 2001, Ping is said to be looking at a valuation of $2-$3 billion. The original founder Andre Durand is still on board, although the company was acquired in 2016 by Vista for about $600 million.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 28, 2019
Among the most exciting trends of the last two decades is the evolution of payments from a focus on transactions to a strategic driver of revenue and growth. Among the most important questions to arise from that general trend is what credit unions must do to take advantage of that opportunity — more specifically, to move from in the wallet to top of wallet.
PYMNTS
AUGUST 29, 2019
The word “subscription” appears more than 200 times in the Peloton S-1, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday (Aug. 26). And it is clearly the subscription model that, proponents hope, will keep the company growing and spark enthusiasm for an initial public offering slated to fetch as much as $500 million — with a razor/razorblade business model proposition that will scale.
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