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8x8 unveils new AI tools, RCS messaging & digital wallet pay

Mon, 5th May 2025
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8x8 enhances its Customer Experience platform with AI tools, RCS messaging, and digital wallet payments for improved, personalised user interactions.
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Exclusive: How WorldFirst's new World Card offers SMEs a cost-saving edge

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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WorldFirst's new World Card, launched in Australia, helps SMEs cut cross-border payment costs with no FX fees and 1% cashback across 210 countries.
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Shoppers warned of cyber risks during holiday deals

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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As the holiday shopping season approach, shoppers face rising cyber threats, with experts urging secure payment methods to protect sensitive data.
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Australians warned of increased risk of online scams

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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As shoppers gear up for the festive season, Australians are being cautioned about a rise in online scams amid a forecasted spend of AUD $11.8 billion.
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Customer experience: The heart of sustainable growth

Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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Customer experience drives sustainable financial growth, risking AUD $87 billion if ignored. Digital banks leverage automation for seamless service.
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Report: new payment methods causing anxiety for Aussie SMEs

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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A Xero report reveals Australian small businesses and consumers are anxious about digital currencies and implantable payment chips, despite growing use.
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Apple unveils iOS 18 with enhanced personalisation & AI features

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Apple has unveiled iOS 18, introducing advanced customisation, redesigned Photos, enhanced messaging, and groundbreaking satellite communication, promising a more intelligent, personalised iPhone experience.
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PayPal expands payment solutions for Australian SMBs

Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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PayPal enhances payment solutions for Australian SMBs, integrating options like Apple Pay and Google Pay. This expansion aims to improve the shopping experience and retain customers.
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AI marked as top cybersecurity challenge for next year

Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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Cybersecurity challenges for 2024, including AI-driven threats, are spotlighted by Kaspersky, urging heightened vigilance in adopting online security measures.
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Shippit implements Apple Wallet Order Tracking for logistics

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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Shippit has implemented Apple Wallet Order Tracking, providing secure, real-time updates for online orders and enhancing customer trust.
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Inbuilding coverage technology reshapes retail customer experience

Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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Inbuilding coverage technology is transforming retail customer experiences by enhancing connectivity, personalisation and payments convenience.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Pin Payments

Fri, 24th Feb 2023
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Chris Dahl, Co-CEO of Pin Payments, joins us today to tell us more about the company's solutions and the infrastructure it has throughout the ANZ region.
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Global Processing Services (GPS) makes two key hires

Mon, 30th Jan 2023
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Global Processing Services (GPS) announces Jim McCarthy as EVP & Global Head of Sales and Product, and Kevin Fox as Chief Revenue Officer.
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Basis Theory hires former Block Product Head to oversee roadmap

Wed, 21st Dec 2022
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Basis Theory hires former Block executive Jin Han as general counsel, overseeing product roadmap for regulatory compliance using tokenisation.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Introducing Loyalty Now

Tue, 8th Nov 2022
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Anurag Vasisth joins us to share more about Loyalty Now, its offerings, and the company's infrastructure in Asia Pacific.
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Vulnerabilities in Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay open door for cyber attackers

Wed, 17th Nov 2021
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Vulnerabilities in Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay allow attackers to make unlimited purchases, says researcher Timur Yunusov.
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Ola brings Apple Pay to ridesharing for Australia and New Zealand

Tue, 24th Sep 2019
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Ola introduces Apple Pay integration in Australia and New Zealand, leading a major app upgrade focused on enhanced security and a frictionless user experience.
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ASB rolls out Apple Pay for secure contactless payments

Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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ASB Bank introduces Apple Pay, allowing over 500,000 customers to make secure, convenient contactless payments via compatible Apple devices.
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Digital payments taking over Oz - threat or opportunity?

Tue, 22nd Jan 2019
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A report by Roy Morgan shows that over 70% of Australians are using at least one digital payment a year, with Gen X and Millennials leading the charge.
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Apple Pay “brandjacked” in new phishing attack

Fri, 19th Oct 2018
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A new phishing scam targets Apple Pay users in Australia, sending fake receipts to trick victims into revealing personal and billing information.