Payments Industry News
A collection of Payments latest news, analysis and best practices from top business influencers and the world's most trustworthy sources.
Ethiopia joins Pan-African payment system
Ethiopia has officially joined the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS). The announcement was made this week during a joint press conference led by National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) Governor Dr Eyob Tekalign and PAPSS Chief Executive…
Finance expert 'you may still qualify' call for DWP £4.5k payment
Households are being urged to make a vital check as it could mean they get a financial boost of £4,500 a year. Leaflets are set to be posted through the doors of 660,000 homes in seven areas across the UK to flag a key benefit that is missed…
More than half of Brits asked by businesses to make payments in cash, data reveals
More than half of consumers (54 per cent) said in September that they had visited an business in the previous eight weeks that encouraged cash payments, according to research commissioned by cash access and ATM network Link. Such encouragement…
Russian Officials Join Supervisory Council of A7 Payment Network
The supervisory council of Russia's A7 payment network now includes three senior officials, following a U.S. sanctions designation and a FinCEN proposal on fund transfers involving subagents. The Russian government press office announced that First…
Cross River Adds Ripple USD (RLUSD) to Its Fintech Payment System
Cross River is extending its payment platform to Ripple USD (RLUSD), giving fintech clients access through the bank's Core Operating System (COS). The integration was announced Oct. 15, and access is currently limited to some states. Cross River's…
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund Sets $0.054 Payment Schedule Through December
The fund lists payments of $0.054 per share for Oct. 30, Nov. 30 and Dec. 31. The fund's payment calendar runs from Oct. 30 to Dec. 31, with a November payment on Nov. 30. The associated record and ex-dividend dates are Oct. 23, Nov. 20 and Dec.
Thousands still eligible for winter fuel payment as Budget 27 increase confirmed
People can still submit applications for the Fuel Allowance despite the season having commenced at the end of September. Fuel Allowance is a means-tested payment intended to assist eligible households with their heating expenses throughout the…
Winter Fuel Payment dates 2026: When people will be paid and how much
Winter is just around the corner, as temperatures have begun to drop - leaving many people concerned about rising fuel costs bumping up their monthly bills. For those born on or before June 27, 1960, you could be in for a payment of between…
Record-breaking SWPL figures revealed as club payments soar
The Scottish Women's Premier League has announced record revenue and club finance distributions for the 2025/26 season. The SWPL's fourth annual accounts revealed total payments to clubs reached £812,000 – an increase of 48 per cent…
Refunds issued to Brits with pensions - £3,470 payments dished out by HMRC
People who withdrew from pension pots could be owed money by HMRC An average of £3,470 has been paid out by HMRC to tens of thousands of taxpayers, new figures show. It comes after HMRC overcharged people for their pension withdrawals, with…
Payment to be introduced for Moeraki Boulders access
Visitors accessing the Moeraki Boulders/Kaihīnaki from the cafe at the popular site will soon pay $5 to do so — which owners Te Rūnanga o Moeraki say will help support hundreds of thousands worth of investment in visitor…
PIP one-off payment plan - what the new report means for claimants
Around one in six working-age individuals receiving disability benefits do not face additional costs due to their conditions, according to a new report which has drawn attention to potential 'waste' in the system. Personal Independence Payment…
DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payments will be higher for this state pensioner group
Winter Fuel Payments will shortly begin arriving in the bank accounts of millions of pensioners. The financial support is distributed each November to assist lower-income retirees in keeping their homes warm throughout winter. Approximately nine…
Coinbase Expands Marqeta Partnership to Bring Stablecoin-Backed Payment Cards to Businesses
Coinbase has expanded its partnership with Nasdaq-listed Marqeta to introduce stablecoin-backed payment cards for businesses, allowing customers to spend digital assets through existing card networks while supporting round-the-clock funding…
Ant International secures UAE payment and SVF licences
The Paypers is a global hub for market insights, real-time news, expert interviews, and in-depth analyses and resources across payments, fintech, and the digital economy. We deliver reports, webinars, and commentary on key topics, including…
Receive a Daily briefing on Payments Industry News
Get Started