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?? MRC S?o Paulo 2025 – O Futuro dos Pagamentos e Gest?o de Fraudes Come?a Aqui! ?? Marque na agenda—14-15 de abril de 2025! Junte-se a nós na conferência inaugural do MRC na América Latina, um evento de dois dias criado para oferecer insights valiosos, oportunidades de networking e expertise de alto nível focada nos desafios únicos da regi?o em pagamentos e preven??o de fraudes. Veja Por Que Você N?o Pode Perder: ? Fique à Frente das Tendências: Obtenha as últimas novidades sobre preven??o a fraudes, atualiza??es regulatórias e inova??es em pagamentos na América Latina. ? Conecte-se com Líderes da Indústria: Encontre especialistas globais, tomadores de decis?o e profissionais regulatórios que est?o moldando o futuro. ? Aprenda com os Melhores: Ou?a palestrantes especialistas oferecendo solu??es práticas para os maiores desafios de pagamentos e fraudes. ? Inscri??es Early Bird Abertas—N?o Perca a Oportunidade de Participar! Seja parte deste evento marcante. Estamos ansiosos para vê-lo em S?o Paulo! ?? INSCREVA-SE AGORA https://lnkd.in/gF5HGPcd Nos vemos em S?o Paulo! ?? Patrocinado pela ClearSale #MRCSaoPaulo25

?? Take Your Career to New Heights with the MRC CPFPP Guided Prep Program! ?? Ready to take your career to the next level? The CPFPP Guided Prep Program guides you through a structured program of eLearning, live instruction, and self-directed learning that culminates in the CPFPP certification exam. What You’ll Get ?? The Essentials – Our Payment Essentials & Fraud Essentials eLearning courses lay the groundwork for advanced learning ?? Live Workshop in Las Vegas – Join industry experts in a full-day workshop covering key exam topics (March 10, 2025, ARIA Resort & Casino) ?? Personalized Study Plan & Resources – Stay on track with a study schedule, digital flashcards, and support in our dedicated Slack group ?? Extended eLearning Access – Access 35+ hours of content over 3 months to master specialized topics ?? Live Q&A with Certified Experts – Connect with CPFPP-certified pros in April, May, and June ?? CPFPP Exam - Your enrollment includes the CPFPP application fee Special Introductory Offer Valued at $2,500, MRC members can enroll at an exclusive rate of $1,200. Heading to MRC Vegas 2025? Add the program to your registration for an additional $250 off to celebrate our 25th anniversary! ?? ?? Register today – spots are limited! https://lnkd.in/gmAhapfA #MRC #CPFPP #CareerGrowth #CertificationJourney #Payments #FraudPrevention

?? What an incredible evening in Sydney! Last night’s exclusive eCommerce merchant-only roundtable, sponsored by CMSPI, offered invaluable insights into Australia’s evolving payments landscape. We tackled some of the most pressing issues facing the Australian payments industry: - Explored strategies for managing rising fees and fraud costs in Australia's payments landscape. - Discussed optimizing Least Cost Routing (LCR) for eCommerce and mobile platforms. - Analyzed the potential impact of proposed changes to debit surcharges on merchants' cost recovery. A big thank you to our insightful speakers at MRC Connects Sydney—Robbie MacDiarmid, Laurice Romero and Ellis Connolly—for sharing their expertise and sparking meaningful conversations. We’re proud to have brought together such a dynamic group of professionals to collaborate on shaping the future of payments in Australia. #MRCConnectsSydney #PaymentsInnovation #FraudPrevention #eCommerce

In the dynamic world of payments and fraud prevention, keeping up with the latest trends is crucial—but so is creating a community that prioritizes diversity, equality, and inclusion. That's why we're excited to present the MRC Virtual Summit: Women in Payments & Fraud 2025, sponsored by PayPal! Get ready for an inspiring and action-packed half-day event filled with industry insights, powerful conversations, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss out! MRC Virtual Summit: Women in Payments & Fraud 2025?? ?? Date: 28 January 2025?? ?? Time: 10:00-15:30 (ET) Let’s make change happen together! Register now! https://lnkd.in/gQRuCbbf

?? Attention Merchants! Last Chance to Shape the Future of Payments and Fraud Prevention! The 2025 Global Payments and Fraud Report survey is closing on 22 November 2024, and your insights matter. This isn’t just another study—it’s a resource that drives innovation and informs critical decisions across the industry, conducted in partnership with Visa Acceptance Solutions, Cybersource, and Verifi. ?? Why Participate? ? Contribute to a report that highlights the real challenges, trends, and innovations in payments and fraud prevention. ? Help shape a resource relied upon by industry leaders. ? Receive a free copy of the final report as a token of our gratitude! ? "How can I participate?" ? Merchants may use this link to access the survey: https://lnkd.in/eRTeSbwQ Let’s create a report that makes a difference—for you, your organization, and the future of payments and fraud prevention!

In this edition of the MRC Weekly Digest: ?? Early Bird Registration for MRC Vegas 2025 ?? Payment & Fraud Trends ?? CPFPP Prep Program Launch ? Plus upcoming webinars, events, and more! Sign up to receive the MRC Weekly Digest delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/ebDEyAge

?? Will your business thrive in the era of Payments 3.0? Are you ready to take control of your payments stack like never before? Discover what Payments 3.0 means for your business in an upcoming free webinar with Basis Theory! ?? “Payments 3.0: The Custom, Distributed Payments Ecosystem” ?? 20 November 2024 ? 12:00 PM ET Payments have evolved—from legacy PSPs (Payments 1.0) to modern, high-growth platforms (Payments 2.0). Now, Payments 3.0 is here, giving merchants the power to create fully customizable payment solutions tailored to their needs. This is your opportunity to learn how to stay ahead in this transformative shift. ?? What you’ll learn: ? What the rise of Payments 3.0 means for merchants accepting and processing payments. ? How distributed services enable you to build your ideal payments stack. ? The impact of Payments 3.0 on growth, innovation, and your bottom line. ??? Meet the speaker: ?? Colin Luce – CEO, Basis Theory ?? Don’t miss this chance to shape your strategy for the future of payments. Register Here ?? https://lnkd.in/gESmpjgf

?? Are your payment solutions keeping up with the unique demands of high-growth industries? What if you could turn payment pain points into powerful opportunities for growth? Find solutions and expert insights in an upcoming free webinar with our friends at Rapyd ?? “From Pain to Gain: Payments Solutions for High-Opportunity Industries” ?? 20 November ? 13:00 GMT Rapyd's groundbreaking research reveals the unique challenges faced by payments professionals in industries like online gaming, iGaming, affiliate marketing, the creator economy, SaaS, financial services, and more. This is your chance to uncover insights and strategies to tackle these challenges head-on. ?? What you’ll learn: ? Unique pain points affecting payments professionals in high-opportunity industries—and how to solve them. ? Why these industries require tailored global payments strategies. ? Proven approaches to optimize conversions and enhance the customer experience. ??? Meet the experts: ?? Robert Gray – Chief Risk Officer, Rapyd ?? Sujata Sontakke – Industry Strategy & Insights, Rapyd ?? Delfina Toucon – Payments Consultant, ALCASTON ?? Save your spot today and walk away with strategies to transform your payment solutions into a competitive advantage. Register Here ?? https://lnkd.in/gfNZQggZ #Payments #Webinar #CrossBorderPayments #Fintech #IndustryInsights #GlobalCommerce #DigitalPayments #MerchantRiskCouncil #EcommerceSolutions #HighGrowthIndustries

?? MRC Advocacy Update: Key Initiatives Supporting Merchants MRC’s Keith Briscoe and Peter Bayley share how MRC is helping members navigate evolving global payment regulations through collaboration, advocacy, and merchant-focused strategies. Here’s a quick look at the latest efforts: ? Balanced Advocacy Approach: MRC combines member feedback with input from card networks, acquirers, and regulators to shape effective policies. ? Current Priorities: Visa’s new fraud monitoring program and Mastercard’s First Party Trust initiative to address fraud risks. ? Global Efforts: Active involvement in regulatory changes in Australia, Japan, and Brazil, focusing on 3D Secure and tokenization developments. ? Member Engagement: MRC is hosting conferences, panels, and roundtables to gather input and keep members ahead of regulatory changes. Stay informed and get involved to support a cohesive, merchant-driven advocacy strategy! ?? https://lnkd.in/g4aqe-ws

?? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last night for MRC Connects London, sponsored by PPRO Special thanks to our incredible speakers: Eelco Dettingmeijer, CCO, PPRO Jason Macklin, Vice President Payments, ESW Gisela Vivian, Principal EMEA Payments, Microsoft Mark Shaw, Director, Global Payments Strategy, Flutter Entertainment Your insights on navigating the complexities of the LatAm market—fraud challenges, payment fragmentation, and growth strategies—were invaluable! ??? An extra shoutout to Catherine Tong (FCA) from Allyiz, who stepped in at the last minute to expertly moderate the discussion. We hope everyone enjoyed the evening of networking and knowledge sharing. Stay tuned for the next MRC Connects London, coming soon! ?? #MRCConnects #Networking #eCommerce #LatAmMarket #FraudPrevention