Interac announced today that it has broadened access to additional types of financial institutions for participation in the Interac e-Transfer® service. [Read more…] about Interac Expands Access for Financial Institutions, Welcomes Wealthsimple as New e-Transfer Participant
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Why Every Fintech Should Be Thinking About Digital Verification
In today’s digitalized environment, trust forms the foundation of business relationships, especially when personal information is at stake. A PwC survey found 91% of business executives acknowledge that trust enhances the bottom line. [Read more…] about Why Every Fintech Should Be Thinking About Digital Verification
Interac Unveils New CEO as Company Focuses on Fintech
Interac Corp. announced this week that Jeremy Wilmot has been appointed as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Board. [Read more…] about Interac Unveils New CEO as Company Focuses on Fintech
Why Financial Literacy Means Something Different for Gen Z Canadians
Stress often comes from worrying about things in the future that you can’t influence. This is how many Gen Z Canadians are feeling about their financial situation, Leger data shows. [Read more…] about Why Financial Literacy Means Something Different for Gen Z Canadians
Interac Enables Secure Digital Transactions With The Launch Of Interac Verified
Canadian payment solutions provider Interac has expanded its business offering with the launch of Interac Verified™. [Read more…] about Interac Enables Secure Digital Transactions With The Launch Of Interac Verified
Q+A with Fraud Prevention and Strategy Director at Interac, Rachel Jolicoeur on Tips to Steer Clear of Fraud
Rachel Jolicoeur has more than 20 years of experience in the payments industry, specializing in fraud management and money movement services. [Read more…] about Q+A with Fraud Prevention and Strategy Director at Interac, Rachel Jolicoeur on Tips to Steer Clear of Fraud
Battered by ‘Fraud Fatigue,’ Canadians Fight Back Against Online Identity Theft
More Canadians feel vulnerable to fraudsters and identity theft than ever before, according to a recent survey.
The data, collected by Equifax for Fraud Prevention Month, revealed 97% of Canadians feel vulnerable to fraud. [Read more…] about Battered by ‘Fraud Fatigue,’ Canadians Fight Back Against Online Identity Theft
Control Is Top Of Mind For Canadians When It Comes To Online Personal Information
Canadians are concerned with the lack of control they have over their personal information online.
According to a new survey from Interac, published during Data Privacy Week, nearly eight in 10 Canadians (76 per cent) are worried about protecting their online privacy, and seven in 10 (74 per cent) want more control over their online information. [Read more…] about Control Is Top Of Mind For Canadians When It Comes To Online Personal Information
Seven Fintechs Innovating the Payments Space in Canada
“Hold on, I think I’ve got another penny in one of these pockets…”
It was only a couple of decades ago where paying with paper (not even polymer!) and metal coinage was the go-to. A common alternative, hardly touched today outside of legacy business, was the classic cheque. Cash registers for point-of-sale transactions were hefty, clunky blocks. Only fancy business folk had credit cards and even then used them sparingly. [Read more…] about Seven Fintechs Innovating the Payments Space in Canada
Canada Looks to Eradicate Legacy Payment Systems by Building the Real-Time Rail
The global digital economy is fast-paced and competitive—in certain areas perhaps more so than ever.
The payments industry is one such example, where evolution is rapid and constant, from both technology and policy standpoints: across the board—and the globe—significant disruption is occurring. [Read more…] about Canada Looks to Eradicate Legacy Payment Systems by Building the Real-Time Rail