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The Ultimate Guide to Payment Technologies

A curated Canadian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Payment Technologies.

What to know about Payment Technologies

Payment Technologies encompass a rapidly evolving landscape shaping how money moves in today’s digital economy. From advancements in contactless and mobile payments to innovations in cross-border transactions and fraud prevention, this tag explores the cutting-edge tools and collaborations redefining convenience, security, and efficiency in payments.

Our latest stories highlight significant developments such as partnerships enhancing seamless shopping experiences, fintech startups pioneering new payment solutions, and the integration of AI to combat fraud. Emerging topics like stablecoins, biometric authentication, and cloud-based payment security services illustrate the expanding scope and complexity of payment technologies.

For businesses and consumers alike, understanding these trends is essential to navigating the future of commerce. By following the Payment Technologies tag, readers gain insight into how innovations are influencing global markets, improving customer experiences, and enabling new opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world.

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Recent Payment Technologies News

Neo Financial second FinTech to join Interac network
ICT sector

Neo Financial second FinTech to join Interac network

Neo Financial becomes the second Canadian FinTech on Interac e-Transfer, boosting direct access for payments as the network opens to more providers.

Last month

Canadians embrace multi-banking as fees & budgeting bite
Online shopping

Canadians embrace multi-banking as fees & budgeting bite

Canadians increasingly juggle digital and high-street providers as fees rise, with budgeting tools, prepaid cards and direct deposit gaining favour.

Last month

Canada passes Budget 2025 with stablecoin, defence changes
Taxation

Canada passes Budget 2025 with stablecoin, defence changes

Canada's budget law unlocks housing, tax and banking changes, including a productivity super-deduction, stablecoin rules and faster rail planning.

Wed, 1st Apr 2026

Deloitte Canada, Stablecorp back QCAD stablecoin push
Productivity

Deloitte Canada, Stablecorp back QCAD stablecoin push

Deloitte Canada and Stablecorp team up on QCAD stablecoin infrastructure for banks as Canada readies a clearer rulebook on digital payments.

Sat, 28th Mar 2026

Chexy raises USD $14 million to widen payments push
Small Business

Chexy raises USD $14 million to widen payments push

Chexy raises USD $14 million to expand its Canadian platform from rent into utilities, taxes and business payments, boosting rewards options.

Thu, 26th Mar 2026

GeoComply wins FinTech Breakthrough security award again
Gaming

GeoComply wins FinTech Breakthrough security award again

GeoComply has been named FinTech Breakthrough's Financial Transaction Security Platform of the Year for the second year running.

Sat, 21st Mar 2026

AI is driving the next wave of fintech acquisitions - but most acquirers aren't ready for what comes next
Productivity

AI is driving the next wave of fintech acquisitions - but most acquirers aren't ready for what comes next

AI-fuelled fintech mega-deals are surging, but most buyers lack the operating model and culture to turn shiny assets into real value.

Thu, 19th Mar 2026

Lightspeed rolls out Mobile Tap for Quebec eateries
Productivity

Lightspeed rolls out Mobile Tap for Quebec eateries

Lightspeed launches Mobile Tap in Quebec, letting restaurant staff take orders and accept cards on iPhone to speed service and cut walks.

Thu, 19th Mar 2026

Payment outages put Canadian retailers’ sales at risk
Social Media

Payment outages put Canadian retailers’ sales at risk

Payment outages are threatening Canadian retail and hospitality, with disruptions exposing merchants to an estimated USD $7.6 billion a year.

Fri, 13th Mar 2026

Mastercard fund backs Canadian women small businesses
Small Business

Mastercard fund backs Canadian women small businesses

Mastercard opens 2026 fund in Canada, offering CAD $10,000 grants and support to help women-owned small firms grow amid economic uncertainty.

Thu, 5th Mar 2026

Rogers, Mastercard launch premium World Legend card
Customer retention

Rogers, Mastercard launch premium World Legend card

Rogers and Mastercard unveil Canada's first World Legend credit card, blending 3% cash back with travel, roaming and VIP entertainment perks.

Wed, 4th Mar 2026

Exclusive: TD's Josh Death on the patents that follow financial innovation
Editor interview

Exclusive: TD's Josh Death on the patents that follow financial innovation

TD's head of intellectual property explains why patents have become central to banking innovation, from mobile to responsible AI.

Fri, 20th Feb 2026

Trusted data at heart of Canada's global IDW drive
Data Protection

Trusted data at heart of Canada's global IDW drive

Canada marks International Development Week 2026 by spotlighting how trusted identity and high-quality data can unlock truly global partnerships.

Tue, 3rd Feb 2026

Google launches open protocol to power AI shopping
Online shopping

Google launches open protocol to power AI shopping

Google launches Universal Commerce Protocol to link AI shopping agents, retailers and payments in a new 'agentic commerce' push.

Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Michaela O'Connor named Chief Growth Officer to lead Symcor
Digital Engagement

Michaela O'Connor named Chief Growth Officer to lead Symcor

Michaela O'Connor has been appointed Chief Growth Officer at Symcor to lead sales, marketing, and strategy, driving the company's expansion and innovation.

Fri, 5th Dec 2025

The evolution of loyalty toward agentic financial journeys
Data Analytics

The evolution of loyalty toward agentic financial journeys

Banks and credit unions are shifting from transaction rewards to building trust and personalised relationships, using AI to anticipate customer needs and enhance loyalty.

Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Interac launches online debit payments with KONEK gateway
Commerce Systems

Interac launches online debit payments with KONEK gateway

Staples Canada is the first national retailer to offer Interac KONEK, a secure Canadian eCommerce payment option supported by Moneris and major banks.

Wed, 5th Nov 2025

Loon raises CAD $3M to expand Canadian dollar stablecoin
Crypto

Loon raises CAD $3M to expand Canadian dollar stablecoin

Loon will develop a Canadian-dollar stablecoin to offer a domestic alternative to US-dollar stablecoins dominating Canada's digital market.

Tue, 28th Oct 2025

Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules
Digital wallets

Interac opens e-Transfer network to more PSPs under new rules

Interac has opened its e-Transfer network to more PSPs registered under Canada's new Retail Payment Activities Act, broadening access and innovation in digital payments.

Wed, 17th Sep 2025

Zoho boosts global SMB growth with new AI-driven features
Hyperscale

Zoho boosts global SMB growth with new AI-driven features

Zoho has grown its global SMB customer base by 40% in H1 2025, unveiling AI-driven features across six solutions to boost productivity and revenue.

Thu, 4th Sep 2025

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