Payments Insights

SWIFT and the evolution of Global Digital Money This week marked a pivotal convergence in the evolution of digital money. Two major developments landed nearly simultaneously, signaling that the tokenized financial infrastructure of the future is no longer theoretical — it's being built in real time by the world's largest banks and regulators. On July 9, SWIFT announced its blockchain-based shared ledger is live, with 17 major banks from six continents piloting 24/7 tokenized

The most dangerous phrase in B2B finance right now is: “our AP works fine.” Fine is the enemy of optimal. And in 2026, the gap between “fine” and “optimized” is widening fast — with measurable consequences for working capital, supplier relationships, and competitive positioning. Here’s your complete B2B payments deep dive for this week. 1. The Wake-Up Call: Comfort Is Hiding the Cost Fresh data from a PYMNTS Intelligence and The Clearing House survey of 271 senior finance and

The B2B payments world is changing fast. By the end of 2026, the entire system will look very different from today. New technologies, standards, and payment methods are reshaping how companies pay and get paid. For CFOs, treasury leaders, and fintech operators, understanding these shifts is critical to staying competitive and managing cash flow effectively. This post breaks down the key trends and what they mean for your business. Working together to explore new trends in B2