News From the Wire

20:19:25 (UTC) 11-11-2026

InComm Payments, SKUx to bring verified commerce to item-level offers

19:35:01 (UTC) 11-11-2026

Boost 100XB removes the cost barrier to cross-border card acceptance

18:01:23 (UTC) 11-11-2026

Interledger opens funding round for live payments launching on open infrastructure

19:17:13 (UTC) 11-10-2026

Nuuvia reports increase in demand as FIs race to win next generation

17:39:24 (UTC) 11-10-2026

MagTek device combines payments, digital ID, eliminates clutter, protects privacy

17:36:54 (UTC) 11-10-2026

Javelin names Verifone Best in Class for biometric ID, payment platform, 2nd straight year

17:31:40 (UTC) 11-10-2026

Esker Nnamed a Leader in multiple IDC MarketScape assessments

17:30:01 (UTC) 11-10-2026

Gulf Coast FCU selects Mahalo Banking for intuitive, fully integrated digital banking



Breaking News

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Block faces $764 million DOJ settlement over AML deficiencies

Block Inc., parent company of Square and Cash App, reached a preliminary agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve allegations that it failed to maintain an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program. The agreement, if finalized, could require a net payment from Block of approximately $764 million, or more.

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Online Edition – Issue 26:11:01

A narrow rule, a wider reach

What started out as a sweeping federal government plan—addressing pesky and often costly junk fees—ended up being limited to live-event ticketing and short-term lodging. But payment processing and related services remain within reach of the Federal Trade Commission. The agency can still pursue unfair or deceptive practices, including hidden and unauthorized charges.

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Community Voices

This week's featured contributor:

PAX

PAX

PAX Technology Inc., an electronic payment solutions provider, has placed 60 million terminals located in over 120 countries. As a leading manufacturer of payment solutions, PAX is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality and secure payment solutions to businesses, large and small, worldwide.

Merchant Sales Podcast

Merchant Sales Podcast

James Shephard & Patti Murphy

November 7th, 2026

How AI Is Leveling the Playing Field for ISOs

AI is changing the way ISOs compete, build integrations, and grow their payments businesses. James Shepherd sits down with Alex Benjamin, General Manager of the Americas at Aevi, to discuss how AI is leveling the playing field against major players like Stripe and Adyen, creating new opportunities for ISOs and ISVs, and making integrated payment solutions more accessible. They also explore the importance of merchant experience, automation, and flexible payment infrastructure in an increasingly competitive market.

Plus, Patti Murphy joins James for Today in Payments to cover Stripe's new B2B payment capabilities, AI's impact on payment integrations, the FTC and state legal action against Toast over alleged merchant fees and support issues, and the growing adoption of buy now, pay later, digital wallets, and alternative payment methods.

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Company profile from GS260702

Optimize and personalize gift and loyalty programs

Valutec, a gift card and marketing services pioneer since 1998, is known for its comprehensive closed-loop, stored-value gift card transaction processing and loyalty programs. The company's experienced product team helps partners and merchants strengthen customer engagement and loyalty.

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