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Insights and Expertise Date Book

We work with a POS vendor that recently
added AI to its FAQ.
As a result, merchants can ask the AI how
to add new employees, how to batch out or
any number of things, without having
to search through a website Association Shows:
or call customer support.
Southeast Acquirers Association
SEAA 2025
• Leverage the resource: Never stop looking for ways
to leverage AI. We work with a POS vendor that re- Highlights: The Southeast Acquirers Association’s annu-
cently added AI to its FAQ. As a result, merchants al meeting offers two and a half dynamic days of education,
can ask the AI how to add new employees, how to training, and high-impact networking, making it an essential
batch out or any number of things, without having gathering for professionals in the electronic payments industry.
to search through a website or call customer sup- Attendees will engage with thought leaders and subject matter
port. experts through keynote sessions, panel discussions and hands-
on workshops designed to deepen industry knowledge and
AI-powered payments sharpen business strategies.
I'd be remiss if I didn't add a cautionary note. Now that AI The event brings together major card brands, top processors,
innovative hardware manufacturers, and cutting-edge software
is being used to help with underwriting, risk management developers. You’ll also connect with leading sales, retention and
and more, let's all stay vigilant to emerging threats. Scam- solutions providers, along with legal professionals and regula-
mers, for example, use AI to create fake IDs, merchant tory experts offering insights into today’s evolving compliance
statements and other documents while doing their best to landscape.
convince you and your risk department that they're the
real deal. When: June 2 – 4, 2025
Where: JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort &
It doesn't hurt to double-check applications, especially Spa - Orlando, Fla.
ones that come from internet leads. AI makes it easier for Registration: www.southeastacquirers.com/conference
fraudsters to look convincing.

Will AI replace us? Some companies will reduce office
staff because they can automate quicker and work more Electronic Transactions Association
efficiently with fewer staff members. However, I don't see 2025 Transact Tech LATAM 2025
massive layoffs happening anytime soon. I agree with
Chaves that humans and AIs have complementary skill Highlights: Discover new opportunities in Latin Ameri-
sets and work well together. ca’s fast-growing payments ecosystem at 2025 Transact Tech
LATAM, hosted by the Electronic Transactions Association in
How do you plan to use AI in 2025? If you're just getting Miami’s vibrant Brickell District.
started, I encourage you to get an account, start playing This one-day event invites payment leaders, fintech innovators
around with it and see what you can do! Ask ChatGPT to and regulatory experts to explore emerging trends, engage
help with a web search. I won't share all our secrets, but in critical conversations and strategize for success across the
here at the office, we've been using AI in multiple ways LATAM region. Don’t miss your chance to connect with key
since the launch of OpenAI, and like Chaves said, we're stakeholders and gain insights that can shape your growth.
still in early days. When: June 10, 2025
Where: Dua Miami, Autograph Collection, Miami
Want to know more? Keep reading The Green Sheet and Registration: https://midwestacquirers.org/regis-
consider following me on LinkedIn, where we can share
ideas and support each other. ter/?ac=register

Allen Kopelman, a serial entrepreneur, is co-founder and CEO of
Nationwide Payment Systems Inc. and host of B2B Vault: The Biz
to Biz podcast. Email him at allen@npsbank.com and connect on Visit www.greensheet.com/datebook.php for more
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenkopelman/ and events and a year-at-a-glance event chart.
Twitter @AllenKopelman.

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