Concerns over international payments are putting many UK businesses off using overseas suppliers or selling to other markets, according to a new HSBC UK survey. The survey of more than 1,000 financial decision-makers reveals 43% are discouraged from doing business internationally because of uncertainty over hidden payment costs. Other concerns...

Payment Fears Putting Businesses Off Overseas Growth

Singapore-based fintech startup Qashier announced today that it is launching Treats, a unique payment-linked loyalty programme that allows customers to seamlessly earn points by simply tapping and paying with their linked cards at any merchant under the Treats programme. Since piloting the loyalty programme with 7,000 customers in June 2024, Qashier’s merchants have seen an average of 26% increase in customer purchases and an increased return rate of customers within an average of eight days.

Qashier Unveils Treats, an Offering That Streamlines POS, Payment, and Loyalty Mechanisms into an Automated Payment-Linked Loyalty Solution

Temenos (SIX: TEMN), the banking software company, today announced a collaboration with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, to integrate Visa Direct, a Visa money movement solution, with Temenos Payments Hub and make available to banks via Temenos Exchange, the Temenos ecosystem of partner solutions. The Visa Direct network...

Temenos and Visa Team Up to Bring Visa Money Movement Solutions to Banks via Temenos Exchange

HPS (CSE: HPS), one of the leading global providers of software and payment solutions, is pleased to announce the establishment of its new entity in Sydney, Australia. This expansion marks a significant milestone in its international growth and commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions to its clients across the Asia Pacific region.

HPS Opens an Office in Australia and Signs Major SaaS Contract With One of the Largest Banks in the Region

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Anika Jindal

Affluent people can splurge their money on the most luxurious possessions and lifestyles. However, most rich people are wise with money, refrain from making unnecessary purchases, and instead put their money to profitable use. Check out the list of 12 such things.

12 Things People Who Are Good With Money Will Never Spend On

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Illinois State

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

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The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Newark, NJ

ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - In a notable case from Essex County, New Jersey, 32-year-old Mahogany Hawkins of Newark has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in drug trafficking, specifically cocaine and methamphetamine.

Newark Woman Gets 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficking

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Georgia State

The Current GA

People held in Georgia immigrant detention centers will soon face new challenges in their search for lawyers to represent them in immigration court, a development that will likely doom many people’s chances of fighting deportation.

For migrants in Georgia, fighting deportation will become harder. Here’s why.

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GoCardless Partners With ICE InsureTech to Provide Faster Payments for Insurance Companies

GoCardless, the bank payment company, has announced a strategic partnership with award-winning insurance software platform ICE InsureTech, to deliver faster and seamless automated payment collection for...

GoCardless Partners With ICE InsureTech to Provide Faster Payments for Insurance Companies

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