Nu Mexico to receive money from the U.S. via WhatsApp, Considerations for Launching Cross-Border Payments, Google & Apple Fight Back Regulations

Edition 8 | January 11, 2024

Happy 2024!

2024 is off to a wild start and promises to be a great year for the banking industry.

Let’s get right into the topics.

CYBERSECURITY NEWS

The TOR Network - Unveiling the Layers of Anonymity by Alessandro Civati

Navigate the web unseen with #TORNetwork ??. A fortress of privacy in the digital age, it's the shield against surveillance for those valuing online anonymity . With the TOR Project's commitment to human rights, embrace a secure, layered web experience. #InternetPrivacy #CyberSecurity

Apple AirDrop Hacked by China to Gain Access to Private Information

Alert for 苹果 users: AirDrop's anonymity feature has been exploited for unsolicited shares in public spaces. Recent events highlight the need for cybersecurity vigilance. Keep AirDrop off when not in use and stay secure! #CyberSecurity #PrivacyMatters

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Johnson & Johnson CFO: 4 ways AI is changing Finance

???? AI: Revolutionizing Finance! Discover how AI is transforming the finance world with predictive supply chain analytics, cost-effective drug development, compliance ease, and enhancing human capabilities. Insights from Johnson & Johnson's CFO reveal the future of finance . #AIFinance #TechTrends #FutureOfBanking

BANK TECHNOLOGY NEWS

The Next Big Thing LatAm 2024 via ??Andres Bilbao

?? Diving into 'The Next Big Thing LatAm 2024' report , we uncover transformative predictions: AI-driven democratization in businesses, the rise of graphical AI in finance, and a surge in climate tech investments. It's a bold vision for Latin America's future, blending tech innovation with sustainable growth. A must-read for forward-thinkers! #FutureTrends #LatAmTech2024 ????

?? ???????? ??????????: Nu México ???? launches functionality for customers to receive money from the US through WhatsApp , in alliance with Felix Pago via Marcel van Oost

Exciting times for Nu México users! ?? Now receive money from the US directly through WhatsApp, thanks to a groundbreaking alliance with Felix Pago . Fast, secure, and efficient transfers plus a hefty 15% annual return on savings? That's financial empowerment! ???? #NuMéxico #FintechInnovation #CrossBorderPayments Nu México

News in the Remittance Market via Fernando Estevez Vazquez

???? Breaking barriers in remittances! Visa Direct redefines money transfer efficiency, spotlighting digital solutions in high-friction regions like Latin America. Embrace the era of secure, swift, and cost-effective transfers that are transforming global remittance flows . #VisaDirect #DigitalPayments #FinTechRevolution ????

Comprehensive overview of open banking in the GCC via MEHDI S.

???? #OpenBanking in the GCC is evolving rapidly! Our latest analysis reveals how this shift towards open finance is reshaping the financial sector , promising a future of enhanced services, regulatory innovation, and market transformation. Stay ahead in the #FinTech revolution! #GCCBankingFuture ????

Key Considerations for Launching Cross-Border Payments via Richard Meszaros, MBA

???? Navigating cross-border payments? Dive into Richard Meszaros' guide on Visa Direct's site . Explore crucial steps for global money movement success - from market understanding to legal compliance. A must-read for businesses expanding globally! #CrossBorderPayments #VisaDirect #FinTech ??

Digital Transformation of Banking via Dr. Paritosh Basu

???? #BlockchainInBanking: Embracing #DigitalTransformation! Dr. Paritosh Basu's 50th paper unveils how #BlockchainTechnology is revolutionizing #BankingOperations . Explore strategic insights on creating #SharedValue and #InclusiveFinance for a competitive edge in the #Industry4_0 era. #FintechInnovation #BankingFuture

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE NEWS

Big Tech Fights Back Over Digital Wallet Regulation via Innovation In Payments

???? Balancing Act in #DigitalPayments: #BigTech pushes back on proposed #US regulations over digital wallet services . A tightrope walk between innovation, customer choice, and robust #regulatory oversight. How will this impact #fintech and banking? #ConsumerProtection #TechNews #apple #google

PRODUCT and BUSINESS STRATEGY NEWS

The Autonomy of Self-Governing APIs via David Roldán Martínez

???? Embracing the future with AI-powered self-governing #APIs! Dive into our latest exploration of how AI transforms API lifecycle & Governance , enhancing security and efficiency in the digital ecosystem. A game-changer for #APIManagement! #TechInnovation #AIRevolution

Three Psychological Principles That Can Improve Your Fintech App Design ?? via ?imon Ko?í

Unlock the potential of your #FinTech app with psychology-driven design ????! Learn how anchoring, discoverability, and loss aversion can boost user experience and drive smart financial decisions . Dive deeper into the art of #UXDesign with insights from Balint Bogdan's work. #UserEngagement #FinancialApps

Lessons learned from 20 years of Site Reliability Engineering at Google via Dr Milan Milanovi?

20 years of Google’s SRE wisdom in a nutshell ????: Scale responses to outages right, test recovery processes, canary changes, have a 'Big Red Button', conduct comprehensive tests, ensure robust comms, embrace graceful degradation, test for disaster resilience, automate mitigations, and rollout often. Diverse hardware is your safety net. #SiteReliabilityEngineering 谷歌 #GoogleSRE #TechResilience

RESOURCES AND TOOLS

Free Resources - PenTest Tools by Gabrielle B.

???? Navigating the #Pentest Toolkit Universe! Discover top resources for every pen testing phase . From G.B.'s curated list to the renowned Nmap's top tools, explore the best in #CyberSecurity. Stay ahead in the #InfoSec world! ????? #CTOtalk #BankingSecurity #TechTools

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