The European Commission has confirmed that all EU banks must offer SEPA Instant payments by end of 2026. This means faster, 24/7 euro transfers across the entire SEPA zone.
JP Morgan’s Onyx network is now available to more European banks, enabling tokenized payments and same-day cross-border settlements across the continent.
Checkout.com received a U.S. bank license, allowing it to directly process Visa and Mastercard transactions. This reduces costs and improves efficiency for its merchant clients.
Visa is testing AI-driven tools that analyze spending patterns and suggest smarter budgeting options, creating a new era of personalized financial management for cardholders.
In partnership with Doconomy, Mastercard now enables users to view the environmental impact of their purchases – combining fintech innovation with sustainability. This feature is now available across Europe.