16:32:42 (UTC) 07-28-2026
PEX secures $160M to scale payments, credit and financial automation platform
16:29:48 (UTC) 07-28-2026
Connexus Credit Union, Alacriti deepen collaboration to advance instant payments
16:27:18 (UTC) 07-28-2026
AcuityTec enhances risk intelligence, control across identity and transactions
16:19:03 (UTC) 07-28-2026
Tungsten Automation names ParaScript Embedded Technology Partner of the Year
16:17:13 (UTC) 07-28-2026
XPlace, Credit Coop team up to scale card settlement through on-chain credit
16:15:34 (UTC) 07-28-2026
Credit Union 1 (Alaska), NCR Atleos expand partnership through Circle K ATM branding
16:12:42 (UTC) 07-28-2026
Daon secures 3rd patent advancing AI agent governance in regulated industries
16:10:18 (UTC) 07-28-2026
Velera launches Risk Alert Manager to boost fraud detection, response time
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Financial fraud victimizes hundreds of millions of Americans
Financial frauds are at an all-time high, and absent changes in how government agencies and financial institutions address the problem it will only get worse, according to a new report from the U.S. House Financial Services Committee. The report draws on an extensive investigation conducted by committee staffers over the past year, as well as several public hearings with stakeholders.
A recent LinkedIn discussion sparked by ImpactPays CEO Dee Karawadra centered on merchants' allegations of costly cancellation penalties, confusing contracts and aggressive sales tactics, prompting broader questions about transparency, accountability, merchant education and the professionalization of merchant sales
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Based in San Diego, Global Legal has specialized in electronic payments litigation, both locally and across the nation, since 2008. The firm's expert litigators represent ISOs, agents, processors, card brands, and numerous other enterprises in the payments and fintech spheres.
James Shephard & Patti Murphy
July 25th, 2026
In this episode of the Merchant Sales Podcast, James sits down with Mark Wagner, CEO of Disputifier, to discuss how new card brand initiatives like Mastercard's Scam Merchant Monitoring Program (SMMP) and Visa's VAMP are changing the way ISOs, acquirers, and merchants approach fraud prevention and chargeback management. Beyond breaking down the latest rule changes, they explore practical strategies for reducing disputes, improving the customer experience, and proactively protecting merchant portfolios before problems arise.
Plus, Patti Murphy returns with Today in Payments, covering the Federal Reserve's latest payments data, the growing conversation around pay-by-bank, legislation surrounding the phaseout of the penny, the launch of the Linux Foundation's AI payment protocol, and other important developments shaping the future of the payments industry.
Company profile from GS260702
Valutec, a gift card and marketing services pioneer since 1998, is known for its comprehensive closed-loop, stored-value gift card transaction processing and loyalty programs. The company's experienced product team helps partners and merchants strengthen customer engagement and loyalty.