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What does the recent loss of 60% of Spain's electricity power mean for digital payment networks?

What does the recent loss of 60% of Spain's electricity power mean for digital payment networks?

Mark Beresford (Director, London) has examined implications for digital networks when there is a significant nationwide blackout. Spain’s recent power outage on Monday April 28th had immediate and widespread consequences on digital payments. About 55 million people were affected and it highlighted the need for resilient digital payments infrastructure and the importance of physical cash as a fallback. This article looks at the implications for governments and regulators, the need to understand the potential vulnerabilities on the economy and plan for power disruption.

Retail & Hospitality
Payment Optimisation
by Mark Beresford | May 02, 2025
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6 min read
Digital payments
Alternative Payment Methods
Mobile Wallets
Are Stablecoins the Game-Changer for Cross-Border Payments?

Are Stablecoins the Game-Changer for Cross-Border Payments?

As traditional payment systems impose high fees, slow settlement, and limited accessibility, stablecoins are emerging as a promising alternative. Backed by blockchain and regulatory changes, they offer speed, transparency, and inclusion, especially for emerging markets. In this latest article, Rawad Nasser (Consultant, Paris) explores how stablecoins are transforming the global payments landscape. From institutional adoption to regulatory frameworks and the rise of CBDCs.

Fintech
Product Innovation
by EDC Team | May 01, 2025
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Cross-border payments
Digital payments
Blockchain
Stablecoins
Digital payments
The Evolving Payments Landscape in Gambling, Sports Betting, and iGaming

The Evolving Payments Landscape in Gambling, Sports Betting, and iGaming

The global gambling industry is experiencing rapid growth, with total revenues reaching $347 billion in 2024, driven by digital adoption, regulatory shifts, and evolving player expectations. Payments remain a critical challenge, with high decline rates, fraud risks, and regulatory compliance posing barriers for operators. How can gambling merchants optimize their payment strategies to boost player engagement, streamline deposits and payouts, and stay ahead of tightening regulations? This article explores key trends shaping the industry and how to overcome payments-related hurdles.

Retail & Hospitality
Payment Optimisation
by Davide Villa | May 01, 2025
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Alternative Payment Methods
Hospitality
Optimisation of acquiring contracts: rebalancing power in a post-pandemic landscape

Optimisation of acquiring contracts: rebalancing power in a post-pandemic landscape

Throughout 2025, Edgar, Dunn & Company's Travel Payments practice continues its series 'From Plumbing to Storefront: How Payments is Changing for Airlines.' This second article addresses a crucial payment aspect: the acquiring contract optimisation process.

Travel & Transport
Strategy Consulting
by Louis Wapler | May 01, 2025
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airline payments
B2C
White Paper
The BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) market is still dynamic and still evolving

The BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) market is still dynamic and still evolving

Mark Beresford (Director, London) discusses the ever-changing market of BNPL, one of the most popular alternative payment methods at the moment.

Retail & Hospitality
Implementation Support
by Mark Beresford | May 01, 2025
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Buy Now Pay Later
Travel Series: Enhancing Airlines’ Payment Acceptance Performance

Travel Series: Enhancing Airlines’ Payment Acceptance Performance

Julia Callejo (Senior Consultant, Paris) addresses the issue related to payment acceptance, namely, how to control cost of acceptance while optimising payment coverage. This short article summarises how airlines’ payment policies are evolving over time and which factors define them. It also illustrates common pain points related to costs of payment acceptance, market reach and payment conversion as well as describes potential solutions based on actual case studies.‍

Travel & Transport
Payment Optimisation
by Julia Callejo | Apr 01, 2025
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airline payments
Alternative Payment Methods
Digital payments

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