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Western Union to enable Viber’s UK users to transfer money globally

Western Union has signed an agreement to provide cross-border mobile money transfer capabilities to the UK users of mobile messaging app Viber.

Lotte Card enhances payment app with biometric blockchain technology

South Korea-based credit card network Lotte Card has enhanced its payment app by integrating Blocko’s blockchain-based development platform, known as Coinstack.

Hong Kong regulator inks fintech agreement with UK’s FCA

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has signed an agreement with the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to promote innovation in finance.

Digital River signs acquiring partnership with Discover Global Network

Digital River World Payments, a payments service provider, has inked an agreement to become an acquirer for cards that run on the Discover Global Network.

Western Union to enable Viber’s UK users to transfer money globally

Western Union has signed an agreement to provide cross-border mobile money transfer capabilities to the UK users of mobile messaging app Viber.

Deloitte invests in British blockchain startup SETL

Professional services and consulting firm Deloitte has invested in London-based fintech firm SETL.

Google introduces Android Pay in Ireland

Tech giant Google has launched its contactless payments system, Android Pay, in Ireland, that allows users to pay for anything using their Android-based smartphone.

Amex, Discover Global extend EMV card acceptance deadline by three years

American Express (Amex) and Discover Global Network (DGN) have announced the extension of deadline for implementing EMV chip card payments at millions of automated fuel pumps across the US until 1 October 2020.

2C2P, Diners Club International sign payment processing agreement

Singapore-based payment services firm 2C2P and Diners Club International, a subsidiary of Discover Financial Services and part of the Discover Global Network, have inked an online payment processing agreement.

WorldRemit, Xpress Money sign global remittance deal

WorldRemit, a UK-based digital money transfer service, has signed a partnership agreement with money transfer company Xpress Money to open up new remittance routes across Africa and Asia.