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Proposed credit card fee rules will benefit retailers, not consumers

American Banker

Big national retailers will capture all the financial benefits from proposed reductions in swipe fees, while consumers will be left with fewer benefits programs and less secure transactions.

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Retail Group Fights Back Against Anti-Maskers

PYMNTS

Now there’s the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) asking for help with mandating mask guidance regulations to protect store personnel. Leading retailers are requiring employees to wear masks or face coverings during their shift, and we are encouraging customers to do the same,” stated the letter.

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New Report: Solving Gig Platforms Cross-Border Payments And Compliance Complexities

PYMNTS

Creating secure, convenient experiences for sellers and buyers alike is critical to eCommerce marketplaces looking to serve the retail sectors’ new needs and to help platforms appeal to more users. Beauty retailer Sephora , meanwhile, is renewing emphasis on China by deploying a localized eCommerce presence. Read more in the Report.

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FTC and 18 state attorneys general settle action against national retail chain accused of unlawful practices targeting servicemembers

CFPB Monitor

and related entities (collectively, “Harris Jewelry”), a national jewelry retailer that markets and sells military-themed gifts, to resolve their lawsuit which alleged that Harris Jewelry had engaged in unlawful sales and credit practices targeting servicemembers.

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Biometrics’ Role In SCA Compliance

PYMNTS

Despite announcements last month that the deadline for Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) compliance will be extended , the original proposed deadline approaches next week. to come up with a national privacy law were stymied. The potential cost for non-compliance is huge. Previous efforts for the U.S. a password).

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Fifth Third Bank has applied for a national bank charter

Bank Innovation

Cincinnati-based Fifth Third Bank has applied for a national bank charter as it expands its suite of products and services. On Thursday, the bank said it had filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to convert from an Ohio state-chartered bank to a national bank.

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OCC Considers Artificial Intelligence an Emerging Risk in Banking

Perficient

This mitigates the risk of customer service representatives providing incorrect information and ensures compliance with regulatory disclosures, ultimately enhancing the overall customer experience while reducing costs. Contact our experts today if you are interested in learning more about up-and-coming news in financial services.