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Demystifying Payments Orchestration: Part 3 - Defining the Payments Orchestration Landscape

The 5 payments orchestration implementation models explored in this post reflect a spectrum of control, customization, and complexity. Understanding the distinct characteristics and where each orchestration model excels and where it introduces risk or limitations is essential for selecting the right fit.

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We (Really) Can’t Stop Talking About Tokenization: A 2025 Update

Glenbrook's Chris Uriarte unpacks network tokenization updates from Visa and Mastercard.

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Episode 279 - Fanning the Flames - Money 20/20 2025 Recap

Chris Uriarte and Drew Edmond are back from Money 20/20 and join Yvette Bohanan on this episode to provide their insights on the prevailing themes and standout announcements. Tune in to also hear tips for navigating the conference and overall thoughts on the evolution of Money 20/20 and other industry events.

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Episode 278 - From Prefunding to Flow: Rethinking Global Settlement, with Mouloukou Sanoh, MANSA

In this episode, Yvette Bohanan and Ashley Lannquist welcome Mouloukou Sanoh, CEO and Co-Founder of MANSA, to explore liquidity challenges in cross-border payments, the transformative potential of stablecoins in emerging markets, and the strategic role of fintechs and banks in evolving global payment infrastructures.

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Visa and Mastercard Near Settlement With Merchants, Would Lower Fees, WSJ Reports

Reuters-WSJ

“U.S. payment firms Visa and Mastercard nearing a settlement with merchants by lowering fees stores pay and giving them more power to reject certain credit cards, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing people familiar with matter. Visa and Mastercard would trim interchange fees, typically 2% to 2.5% per transaction, by an average of […]

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Italy’s Banks Support Ecb’s Digital Euro Plan, but Want to Spread Out Costs Over Time: Reuters

The Block

“Italy’s banks support the European Central Bank’s plan to introduce a digital euro but want its required investments to be spread out over time, a top official of Italy’s banking association said, per Reuters. The ECB in recent weeks has advanced its plan to introduce a digital euro, finalizing a roadmap with EU finance ministers to […]

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Paytm Unveils All-New App With AI Features to Enhance Payment Experience

Business Standard

“Paytm, India’s full-stack merchant payments leader, has launched a redesigned version of its flagship app, integrating artificial intelligence-driven features to personalise everyday transactions for its users. The update introduces a cleaner user interface alongside over 15 new features. One of the standout innovations is the launch of “Gold Coins,” a first-of-its-kind initiative that rewards users […]

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Demystifying Payments Orchestration: Part 3 - Defining the Payments Orchestration Landscape

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Visa and Mastercard Near Settlement With Merchants, Would Lower Fees, WSJ Reports

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Demystifying Payments Orchestration: Part 3 - Defining the Payments Orchestration Landscape

We (Really) Can’t Stop Talking About Tokenization: A 2025 Update

Episode 279 - Fanning the Flames - Money 20/20 2025 Recap

Episode 278 - From Prefunding to Flow: Rethinking Global Settlement, with Mouloukou Sanoh, MANSA

Visa and Mastercard Near Settlement With Merchants, Would Lower Fees, WSJ Reports

Italy’s Banks Support Ecb’s Digital Euro Plan, but Want to Spread Out Costs Over Time: Reuters

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