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IXOPAY Launches New TokenEx Packages, Setting the Standard for Token-First Payments in the Era of Agentic Commerce

IXOPAY

“IXOPAY announced the launch of three new TokenEx tokenization packages: TokenEx Core: A token-first foundation that combines Universal Tokens and Network Tokens. TokenEx Connect: Adds pre-built payment service provider integrations that enable faster multi-processor strategies, smarter routing, and operational flexibility at scale. Alternative Payments: A turnkey package beyond cards by enabling popular local and alternative […]
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Volante Technologies Introduces Multi-Cloud Resiliency Service to Ensure Non-Stop Payments Processing During Major Cloud Outages

Volante Technologies

“Volante Technologies announced the launch of its premium Multi-cloud Resiliency Service, engineered to keep financial institutions’ payment operations running seamlessly during major cloud provider outages. Built on Volante’s proven cloud-native payments platform, the service provides true cross-cloud continuity, eliminating single-cloud/provider dependency for the payments layer.”
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Consumer Credit Cards in 2026: Opportunities and Threats in a Complex Landscape

This Week in Fintech

“The U.S. consumer credit card market enters 2026 in a position of strength but facing mounting headwinds, including high interest rates, affordability concerns, regulatory scrutiny, and renewed political focus on interchange. According to the Nilson Report, U.S.-issued general-purpose credit cards generated $6.136 trillion in purchase volume in 2024, representing a 5.3% year-over-year increase. Outstanding receivables reached $1.346 […]
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