MoneyGram and Plaid Expand Open Banking Partnership to Europe to Revolutionize Payments

MoneyGram, a leading global payments network, has expanded its partnership with Plaid, a prominent data network for fintech tools, to include Europe. This strategic move aims to enhance the efficiency and security of payments across European markets.

The partnership, initially launched in the United States, enabled MoneyGram to offer faster, more secure, and convenient payment options by integrating Plaid’s open banking technology. Expanding to Europe allows MoneyGram to leverage Plaid’s extensive data network to connect more banks and financial institutions, facilitating direct bank-to-bank payments with greater ease and lower costs.

With a growing demand for seamless cross-border payments, this collaboration addresses a crucial market need. European customers will be able to securely link their bank accounts through Plaid’s technology, simplifying the process of sending and receiving money within the continent.

The initiative is supported by regulations such as the EU’s Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2), which promotes financial innovation and enhances transparency and customer control over financial data. MoneyGram’s partnership with Plaid leverages these frameworks to deliver a modern payment experience.

Key benefits of this integration include:

• Enhanced compliance measures
• Reduced fraud risk through real-time bank account verification
• Improved services for both consumers and businesses for domestic and international transfers

According to MoneyGram’s CEO, the company is dedicated to driving digital transformation and accessibility worldwide through technology partnerships. Plaid’s CEO highlighted the role of expanding open banking infrastructure in promoting financial inclusion throughout Europe.

The partnership rollout in Europe will commence in select countries later this year, with plans for broader coverage in 2024. Users can expect:

1. Faster transaction times
2. Lower fees
3. Improved payment transparency

This collaboration marks a significant step toward modernizing the European payments landscape. By combining MoneyGram’s extensive network with Plaid’s open banking technology, customers will enjoy a seamless, secure, and cost-effective payment experience.

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