The payment industry enters 2026 in a phase of accelerated transformation. Consumer expectations are changing quickly, regulatory pressure is intensifying, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping global commerce. At the same time, AI, tokenisation, and embedded finance are moving from emerging concepts to industry standards. In this environment, payments are no longer a technical function in […]

From phygital experiences blending physical and digital methods to AI-powered fraud prevention and blockchain integration, discover how these trends are reshaping the payment landscape. Learn about real-time transactions, collaborative ecosystems, and global accessibility that are set to define the industry.