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Popular payment methods in the Netherlands vs other countries in Europe

Digital payments are common across Europe, but preferences differ. Some countries adopt mobile-first tech and Open Banking, while others stick to cards or cash. The Netherlands stands out for its efficient system, highlighting how consumer trust, infrastructure, and culture shape payment habits across the region. The Dominance of iDEAL Popular payment methods in the Netherlands

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Payment outages costing UK retail and hospitality £1.6bn annually

New research has laid bare the financial and reputational costs of payment system failures across the UK’s retail and hospitality sectors, with payment outages now responsible for a staggering £1.6 billion in lost sales each year. The study – Payment Resilience in an Uncertain World – conducted by FreedomPay and Dynatrace in collaboration with Retail Economics –

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Digital identity: The next global currency?

As technology reshapes the financial services landscape, digital identity is emerging as a foundational pillar — not just for security, but as a new form of currency. Digital identity: The next global currency? Far beyond passwords and PINs, today’s identity systems leverage biometric, behavioural, and decentralised tools to authenticate individuals and protect institutions from an

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Embedded finance in 2025: Why trust now defines success

When Andreessen Horowitz partner Angela Strange famously declared in 2019 that “every company will be a fintech company,” the vision was clear. Trust defines success The vision was simple – businesses across all industries would embed financial services into their offerings to deepen customer relationships and unlock new revenue streams. Fast forward to 2025, and

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Millennials drive mobile wallet adoption: Security non-negotiable

A new study has underscored the evolving payment preferences of millennials, with mobile wallet first convenience and security emerging as dual imperatives. Millennials drive mobile wallet adoption Conducted by PXP in partnership with Censuswide, the survey reveals that millennials are reshaping how businesses must think about payment strategies – across sectors from retail to travel.

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