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Latest stories about people and tech from around europe

Innovation

wallet express empowering european consumers to choose

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Inclusion

how prepaid solutions can drive impactful and inclusive government disbursements

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Small business

From novelty to normalcy: How tech has transformed how we drive

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Innovation

how the public sector can foster greater inclusion

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Transportation

Mercedes pay CEO on secure moto payments

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Transportation

Rev up the engine: How software-defined vehicles are driving innovation

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Data insights

A second round for circular sports gear

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Innovation

More encores, fewer emissions: How concert tours are amping up sustainability efforts

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Mobility

Powering ahead: Shaping the future of electric vehicles

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Payments

Understanding DORA’s vision for a resilient financial network

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Inclusion

Empowering fintechs to build a brighter tomorrow for Ukraine

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Innovation

Digitising Europe’s economies through Digital Country Partnerships

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Data Insights

Mapping hope: How data is helping Ukrainian refugees find new homes in welcoming communities in Poland

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Inclusion

A year of war in Ukraine: Finding hope through innovation and the power of human spirit

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Innovation

DLD Conference 2023: Is Europe still competitive?

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Inclusion

how mastercard is aiding europes small businesses through turbulence

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Trust

Blog from Valerie Nowak: Why this Maestro is retiring after 30 years

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Innovation

why collaboration is key to evolve Europe into global technology leader

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Trust

From words to action: How European collaboration is leading the road towards a more sustainable tomorrow for payments

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Trust

From words to action: How European collaboration is leading the road towards a more sustainable tomorrow for payments

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Passions

Full circle: How Athens' Kykloi restaurant turns passion into opportunity

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Holiday

The new holiday economy: Connection is the real currency

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Cybersecurity

Reimagining online authentication to outfox AI-powered cyber scammers

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Passions

This marathoner’s mission: No one runs alone

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Holiday

Keep scammers out of your stockings this holiday season

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Cybersecurity

From isolation to integration: A cyber policy expert’s take on building trust in cybersecurity

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Inclusion

‘Mobilizing for impact’: How Southeast Asia is rising together

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Innovation

At this year’s Money 20/20, AI takes center stage

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Artificial intelligence

Making agentic AI commerce a reality with embedded, trusted payments

Security and trust aren’t just features; they are the foundation for the growth and adoption of agentic AI transactions.

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Digital Shopping Cart: Exploring Online Retail's Future

Databricks co-founder on what really matters in AI

Arsalan Tavakoli reveals how AI and data are powering enterprise growth, explains “boring AI” use cases, and why upskilling is key for the future workforce.
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From risk to resilience: How AI is helping entrepreneurs unlock credit in Colombia

Quipu uses AI to help small businesses access credit by assessing present and potential, not just past payments, driving economic inclusion.

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How AI is revolutionizing the role of the CFO

Using AI in finance operations helps CFOs anticipate market changes, optimize budgets, and automate routine tasks for greater efficiency.

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What is agentic commerce? Your guide to AI-assisted retail

Agentic e-commerce can streamline buying journeys, optimize payments  and deliver tailored consumer experiences.

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Putting the ‘I’ in AI: How we inspire each employee to embrace artificial intelligence

Harnessing AI effectively requires building a culture that encourages employee adoption and experimentation, accelerating skills enhancement and career growth.
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Transportation

Tapping into London's Superloop

In this video, TV presenter, athlete and disability advocate Ade Adepitan explores the new express bus network and speaks to small business owners along the lines. 

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Car as mobile wallet? The technology is gaining speed

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What's putting the automotive economy in the fast lane

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These two startups are simplifying urban mobility

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