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More alarming vulnerabilities in retail systems became evident yesterday, with Co-Op experiencing a similar cyber-attack to M&S the day before. Our CEO, Scott Dawson, spoke to BBC News following the recent cyberattack targeting Co-op. As Scott warns, this isn’t just a one-off incident — it’s a clear signal that resilience must become a core part of any business’s digital strategy. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e7PtCc83 #CyberSecurity #DigitalResilience #RetailTech #Payments #Fintech #BBCNews

Resilience can no longer be an afterthought, our CEO Scott Dawson, commented in the Daily Express following the M&S cyber incident — highlighting how everyday payment systems are still exposed to operational and reputational risk and warning retailers about the urgent need for stronger digital infrastructure in payments. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/egkbX-tU #CyberSecurity #Payments #DigitalResilience #Fintech #RetailTech

💍 They say every great partnership starts with a good prenup — and in card acquiring, it’s no different. At yesterdays workshop enabled by Fintech Hub LT and hosted at ROCKIT Vilnius, we pulled back the curtain on the realities of building strong acquiring business. 🎙️ Sharlote Leikuma (DECTA) broke down the full card acquiring journey, including project plan and financials — aka, the marriage prenup key points that sets acquiring business up for success. 🎙️ Evita Kalmane-Pivkina, Juris Paegle (Visa) shared how fintechs can tap into Visa’s regional programs 🎙️ Dmitrijs G. (Lithuanian EMI) joined for a raw, no-filter Q&A about what it’s really like running a payments business 🎙️ Johannes Kolbeinsson (PAYSTRAX) wrapped up with insights on how acquiring is evolving and hints on what trends to pay attention to Thanks to Anna Pavlovska & Greta Ranonyte, the local ecosystem thats becoming a rael family and Lithuanian fintech hub for having us, and to everyone who joined! #Fintech #Payments #CardAcquiring #Visa #BalticFintechDays #RockitVilnius #DECTA #FintechWorkshop

The Untold Story… Told in Vilnius 🗓️ April 29, 10:00–12:00 | ROCKIT Vilnius We’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to run a card acquiring business — from the hidden costs to how the ecosystem fits together (finally, explained in plain language). Agenda Highlights: 🔹 10:00–10:30 The Untold Story of Card Acquiring 👤 Sharlote Leikuma, DECTA ✔️ Step-by-step Guide of the acquiring setup ✔️ Budgeting, compliance, key players ✔️ Key components & best approaches 🔹 10:30–11:00 VISA's Program for Fintechs 👤 Evita Kalmane-Pivkina, Visa 👤 Juris Paegle, Visa ✔️ Support for fintechs ✔️ Partnership opportunities 🔹 11:00–11:30 Real Talk: Payments Business Uncensored 👤 Dmitrijs G., Payments Expert, Lithuanian EMI 🔹 11:30–12:00 Latest Challenges & Solutions in Acquiring 👤 Johannes Kolbeinsson, CEO of PAYSTRAX ✔️ Perspectives on recent developments in acquiring ✔️ Trends in e-commerce ✔️ Complex market means focused solutions If you're building in payments or fintech, this one’s for you. See you there! #DECTA #Fintech #CardAcquiring #BalticFintechDays #Visa #Payments #RealTalk

Thinking of launching your own card program? Whether you're building the next big fintech or looking to scale securely, understanding the mechanics of card issuing is essential. Join us for this exclusive DECTA webinar and learn how to build, launch, and grow a successful card issuing business — from infrastructure and compliance to choosing the right partners and licensing. Here’s what we’ll cover: ✅ How to build the right tech stack for issuing cards ✅ Regulation & compliance tips to stay ahead ✅ Steps to get principal membership with Visa, Mastercard, or UnionPay ✅ Insights on selecting the best processors and partners ✅ Real-world strategies to scale your Fintech business 📅 Date: April 24, 2025 ⏰ Time: 15:00 CET 📍 Location: Online If you're a Fintech Founder, Product Leader, Compliance Officer, or anyone exploring card issuance — this session is for you. 👉 Save your spot today and take the first step to becoming the next big thing in fintech. 🔗 Register Now

🚨 We’re starting in 1 hour! Join us at 3PM CET for our webinar on building a successful card issuing program. Last chance to register. Link in the comments! #Webinar #Fintech #CardIssuing #Payments #EmbeddedFinance

Excited to share that DECTA has formed a strategic partnership with payment orchestration platform Paysecure! This collaboration will provide our merchant base with enhanced payment capabilities, including improved approval rates, competitive pricing models, and more efficient payment flows. This partnership is a key step in our strategy to deliver greater value to merchants while expanding our distribution network to reach more businesses with our comprehensive payment solutions. As our new trusted partner, Paysecure, mentioned, "Together, we are enabling seamless, secure, and scalable payment flows for businesses across the globe." #PaymentProcessing #FinTech #Partnership #Payments

⏰ The countdown is on! Our webinar kicks off TOMORROW at 3PM CET — and you won’t want to miss it. We’ll walk you through everything you need to build a successful card issuing program, from picking the right partners to avoiding compliance nightmares. 💡 Expect real-world advice, not just theory 📦 Get clarity on infrastructure, licensing, and processors 🚀 Leave with a clearer path to launching your fintech product If you haven’t registered yet, this is your chance. 📅 Mark your calendar. 🔗 Link in the comments to save your spot. Let’s build something great — see you there! #Fintech #CardIssuing #Payments #Webinar #StartupTips #BankingAsAService #EmbeddedFinance

🚀 Launching a card program? Don't wing it. Imagine this: ✅ You know how to build a compliant, scalable card issuing stack ✅ You’ve chosen the right partners — and avoided the wrong ones ✅ You understand Visa & Mastercard membership requirements ✅ You’re sidestepping compliance surprises and integration chaos ✅ You’re on track to become the next fintech challenger That’s not just a dream — that’s what our upcoming webinar is designed to help you achieve. We’re cutting through the noise and giving you real, actionable guidance to build your card program the right way — from Day 1. 📅 Haven’t saved your spot yet? Now’s the time. 🔗 Link in the comments — don’t miss it. #Fintech #CardIssuing #Payments #StartupTips #Compliance #BankingAsAService #Webinar

💳 Your issuing partner: More than a vendor, it’s a marriage 💍 Choosing an issuing partner isn’t just a procurement task — it’s a long-term relationship that will shape your product, your growth, and your reputation. From compliance and tech integration to roadmap alignment and everyday support, the right partner can make or break your journey. ✅ Are they aligned with your vision? ✅ Can they scale with you? ✅ Do they solve problems with you — or create more? This isn’t a casual fling. It’s a strategic commitment — and choosing wisely makes all the difference. Want to know how to make the right choice? 🎯 Our upcoming webinar is built for this. We’ll walk you through exactly what to look for when choosing an issuing partner — and what red flags to avoid. 📅 Save your spot — link in the comments! #Fintech #CardIssuing #Payments #EmbeddedFinance #StartupTips #BankingAsAService #Webinar