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Pearson to deploy palm-print ID across global exams

Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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Pearson will roll out Redrock's palm-print ID across 20,000 global test centres and remote exams to tighten security and curb fraud.
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Mastercard links with TerraPay to boost wallet tap-and-go

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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Mastercard and TerraPay team up to let mobile wallet users tap and pay at over 150 million Mastercard contactless locations worldwide.
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Ecommpay shortlisted for four awards at FStech 2025

Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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Ecommpay has been shortlisted for four FStech 2025 awards, underlining its role in driving innovation, security and inclusion in payments.
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Hedgehog lab buys Label Sessions to boost AI growth

Sat, 27th Dec 2025
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Hedgehog lab acquires innovation network Label Sessions to build a full-stack consultancy for AI-driven strategy and product delivery.
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Hedgehog lab buys Label Sessions to boost AI growth

Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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Hedgehog lab has bought Label Sessions to build a full-stack innovation consultancy, linking AI delivery with a 500-strong global expert network.
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Ecommpay gains full DAC approval for accessible site

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Ecommpay secures full Digital Accessibility Centre approval as its redesigned website and product pages meet WCAG 2.2 AA standards.
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Fi911 launches ResolveLab to streamline payfac dispute tools

Sat, 6th Dec 2025
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Fi911 launches ResolveLab, a platform simplifying payfac access to Mastercard tools for quick dispute prevention and subscription management globally.
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Manchester fintech sector surges with GBP £1bn annual boost

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Manchester's fintech sector, now worth over GBP £1 billion annually, hosts FinTech North's conference highlighting innovation, diversity, and growth in the region.
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Bluwhale launches AI Stablecoin Agent as market tops $300bn

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Bluwhale launches AI-powered Stablecoin Agent to manage digital dollars as stablecoin market tops $300bn, aiming to boost individual investor returns.
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Riskified urges fraud vigilance as holiday eCommerce surges

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Riskified urges shoppers and merchants to stay vigilant against rising AI-driven eCommerce fraud as holiday online sales may hit USD $311 billion in 2025.
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Techtimeout Tuesday urges UK workplaces to take hourly screen break

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Over 2.5 million UK workers took part in Techtimeout Tuesday, urging an hourly screen break to improve wellbeing and productivity at work.
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Mastercard adds stablecoin wallet payouts to expand global reach

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Mastercard partners with Thunes to enable near-instant payouts to stablecoin wallets via Mastercard Move, enhancing global digital payment options.
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Ripple achieves USD $1B RLUSD milestone, major deals & USD $500M boost

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin tops USD $1 billion market cap as firm boosts custody with Palisade acquisition and secures USD $500M strategic investment.
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Ecommpay merchants see higher approval rates with Click to Pay

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Ecommpay merchants in the UK and Europe report a 3-6% rise in approval rates and fewer checkout abandonments after integrating Mastercard's Click to Pay.
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Gr4vy partners with Mastercard to simplify global payment access

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Gr4vy teams up with Mastercard to offer merchants worldwide seamless access to advanced payment solutions via its no-code platform.
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Ecommpay enhances recurring payments, boosting renewal rates by 3%

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Ecommpay's upgraded Subscriptions service boosts recurring payment success, increasing merchant renewal rates by up to 3% and reducing involuntary churn.
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Ecommpay shortlisted for innovation at UK eCommerce Awards

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Ecommpay is shortlisted in two categories at the UK eCommerce Awards for innovation in its fraud-fighting Graph Analysis tool and Hosted Payment Page solution.
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AI shifts from adviser to architect in enterprise decision-making

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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A new study reveals AI is evolving from an adviser to a core architect in enterprise decision-making, enhancing transparency and accountability across sectors.
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Google extends ad certification to UK telemedicine providers

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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Google now requires UK telemedicine providers to obtain LegitScript certification before advertising telehealth services on its platforms, enhancing patient safety.
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Ecommpay adds Visa Instalments to streamline high value payments

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Ecommpay integrates Visa Instalments, letting merchants offer customers fixed payment options on high-value purchases via familiar Visa credit cards.