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The global payments system is breaking, and stablecoins are stepping in
Global commerce runs on payment rails that most businesses rarely question. Yet behind every tap, transfer and settlement lies a complex system that introduces friction at scale. According to the World Bank, cross-border payments continue to face…
India Debates Charging Fees for UPI Payments
Welcome to India Edition, Bloomberg's daily dive into what's moving the worlds of business, markets and politics in this dynamic, fast-paced economy. I'm Menaka Doshi. If you didn't receive this directly in your inbox, you can subscribe here, and…
Why Visa (V) Could Be a Major Winner in the AI Payments Boom
Brown Advisory, an investment management company, released its 'Brown Advisory Global Leaders Strategy' for the second quarter of 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Brown Advisory's Global Leaders Strategy delivered…
Seamless digital payments have a price
Last week, the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the Lok Sabha, which proposes changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, that create pathways for fees to be charged on UPI and RuPay debit card payments.
Brazil central bank eyes expansion for Pix payment system as US trade scrutiny intensifies
BRASILIA, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Brazil's central bank said on Monday it is assessing links between its popular instant payment system Pix and similar platforms abroad, in a more concrete push toward cross-border integration as the…
Child Benefit payments due to stop for some parents at end of this month
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding parents of 16 to 19-year-olds to extend their Child Benefit claim if their teenager is staying in certain types of education or training after their GCSEs or National 5s. HMRC warned Child Benefit payments…
BTCPay offers $190,000 bounty after bitcoin payment servers drained in exploit
BTCPay Server is offering a bounty of 10% of any recovered stolen bitcoin, up to 3 BTC, to anyone with information leading to the funds' return, including the attacker. The theft stemmed from a vulnerability that let attackers obtain LND Lightning…
Condo shopping? Expect better payment terms in best buyer's market in decades
MANILA, Philippines – If you've been waiting for a better time to buy a condominium, the balance of power may be shifting in your favor. Two of the country's biggest property developers – Ayala Land and SM Prime – are sitting…
Andy Burnham urged to consider cost of living payments worth £220, £175 and £85
Andy Burnham is being pressed to introduce cost of living payments of £220, £175 and £85 for households. The Resolution Foundation has published a fresh report urging the Labour Party Prime Minister to extend support amid ongoing…
State pension age latest as petition to get payments from 60 reaches major milestone
Your state pension age is the earliest age you can start receiving your State Pension A petition calling for the state pension to be paid to everyone from the age of 60 has reached a significant milestone. The petition is calling for a fundamental…
Late Payments Stall Construction Projects and Cash Flow
Seventy percent of general contractors and subcontractors consistently face late payments, costing the construction industry nearly 300 billion dollars last year. In today's economy, GCs and subcontractors are already working on incredibly thin…
People over State Pension age due up to £388 in one-off payments this year
People over State Pension age could be due a series of extra payments and energy bill help during the winter months from the Scottish Government and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). There are four cash payments and one which is paid…
Google Play Store just got a payment method Android users actually want
If you're someone that lives on Android, you'll know how important the Google Play Store can be. Not only does it house millions of free apps, but it also offers a way to purchase music, movies, TV shows, and books. It's an essential part of the…
What RTP and FedNow rule changes mean for cross-border payments
Key insight: RTP and FedNow are increasing their focus on international payments. What's at stake: Most real-time payment networks thus far have focused on domestic transactions over international payments. Forward look: RTP has loosened rules that…
Martin Lewis warns parents to 'act now' to secure £1.4k yearly payment
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to 'act now' to avoid missing out on a £1.4k annual payment. Parents or anyone bringing up a child are entitled to £27.05 a week in Child Benefit providing they earn £60k a year or under. But not…
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