Maybank Islamic Introduces Rent-to-own Housing Scheme
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Banking
Maybank Islamic Bhd has launched a rent-to-own (RTO) scheme, the first bank to do so in Malaysia. HouzKEY – its RTO product – is targeted at first-time house buyers and those who want to upgrade their homes. “HouzKEY is a milestone achieved by Maybank Islamic, and we believe it will help address the growing issue of concern in Malaysia for affordable home ownership,” said Maybank Islamic’s CEO Datuk Mohamed Rafique Merican in a statement...
MYPINPAD AND DATECS PARTNER TO INCREASE GLOBAL CARD ACCEPTANCE
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Payments
MYPINPAD, a global leader in payments software authentication solutions, today announced a partnership with Datecs, a leading manufacturer and developer of innovative POS hardware, to deliver a PCI compliant PIN on Mobile (PoM) solution.
The Speakers of IFINTEC 2018 Finance Technologies Conference and Exhibition are announced
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Infrastructure
IFINTEC Finance Technologies Conference and Exhibition will be held on 08 - 09 May 2018 in Istanbul, Turkey. IFINTEC is a global, niche and dedicated conference with its focus on Retail Banking, Banking Technologies, Banking Solutions, Payment Systems and Finance Technologies. IFINTEC is one of the biggest events in EMEA region in its category. With 900+ attendees, attendance from 15+ countries, 30+ speakers, 30+ speaking sessions, IFINTEC 2017...
Zegami Launches Beta Cloud Platform
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Cloud
Zegami, an Oxford University spin-out, announces the release of the Zegami Cloud Beta platform. Zegami is providing a brand-new way to search and explore datasets with its innovative use of images, enabling new discoveries that were previously unattainable. By taking the technology to the cloud, Zegami is looking to massively increase its reach by making it easy for anyone to upload and analyse their data.
WeChat Pay Launches in Philippines with Asia United Bank
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Payments
Asia United Bank said Wednesday it launched WeChat Pay in the Philippines, which will allow mobile payments from Chinese tourists. Under a licensing agreement with WeChat developer Tencent, AUB said it would enable merchants in the Philippines to accept payments through WeChat Pay for hotel and airline bookings, shopping and dining. WeChat Pay's launch in the Philippines came after a unit of Tencent rival Alibaba launched a mobile payment system...
The Norwegian Data Protection Agency Prepares for the Introduction of GDPR - Chooses Tieto to develop new registry
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Compliance
The new EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force in May 2018. One of the consequences is that many organizations and businesses must appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure compliance with the legislation. The Norwegian Data Protection Agency is the supervisory body for the establishment of the DPOs, and the Authority now establishes a national registry for DPOs, a solution developed by Tieto.
Mobile Payment and Loyalty Platform Yoyo Wallet Partners with Starling Bank
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Banking
Starling Bank is launching its latest API partnership with Yoyo Wallet, the U.K.-based mobile payment and loyalty platform.
ABN Amro Unveils Instant Payments
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Payments
Starting today, clients of ABN AMRO and a number of other European banks will be able to enjoy superfast transfers between the participating banks.
MoneyGram To Use Interac e-Transfer Bulk Disbursement
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Money Transfers
Interac Association/Acxsys Corporation (Interac) announced today that MoneyGram International, Inc. has begun using Interac e-Transfer Bulk Disbursement, an extension of the Interac e-Transfer service, as a new way for Canadians to receive payments sent through MoneyGram's payment service. Interac e-Transfer Bulk Disbursement allows MoneyGram to deliver money to its Canadian recipients in real time, with instant pickup and real-time funds...
Traydstream Wins Award for Best UK Digital Experience in Financial Services & Fintech
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Trading Systems
Trade technology firm Traydstream has taken home the award for best Financial Services & Fintech in the UK Digital Experience Awards 2017. Celebrating the very best in organisations that offer exceptional digital experiences for their valued customers, the awards were hosted at the famous Wembley Stadium in London on 22nd November 2017, in conjunction with the UK Business Awards. The ceremony was host to over 500 contestants, including...
Premier to Join Industry Leaders at BDA London Forum
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Infrastructure
Premier David Burt will join more than two-dozen Bermuda executives in a multi-industry forum being held in London next week to showcase the breadth of expertise and advantages offered by the island's global business market.
InvestCloud announces Freetrade as the First Startup in Its UK Innovation Center
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Cloud
InvestCloud Inc., a global FinTech firm, has announced UK startup Freetrade as the first firm to enter its UK Innovation Center. Freetrade is using the space to bring its app-only stockbroker to market.
Tandem Bank Reveals Credit Card
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Credit Cards
We’ve previously used the hyperbole of ‘big huge news’ during an earlier burst of, well, big huge news, and now we’re stuck for synonyms to announce anything else. That said, here’s a moderately girthy announcement: The Tandem cashback credit card details are here So, here's the low-down: No transactions fees when withdrawing cash or making purchases abroad Get 0.5% cashback on all purchases over £1, everywhere Mastercard is accepted globally...
Bitstamp Partners Masterpayment for Cryptocurrency Purchases
- 8 years 4 months ago
- Payments, Cryptocurrencies
Bitstamp, a leading global digital currency exchange and the largest Bitcoin exchange in the EU in terms of volume, today announces Masterpayment, an independent payment processor, specializing in the requirements of the new cryptocurrency markets, as its new partner for credit card processing and acquiring of cryptocurrency purchases. This partnership will allow Bitstamp customers to enjoy faster and more convenient transactions, while...
Ebury Launches Office in Brussels
- 8 years 4 months ago
- FinTech StartUps
Ebury, one of the fastest growing fintechs for corporate global transaction services, has announced the opening of a second office in the Benelux region.
