When a missed payment costs 60 points: Why wallet-based engagement is the new standard for student loan servicing

This isn’t just a data point. It’s a wake-up call. 31% of federal student loan borrowers with payment due are now 90 days or more past due, the highest delinquency rate ever recorded.

The digital wallet wave: Why lenders can’t afford to miss it

On this page Let’s talk about something buzzing in the world of payments: digital wallets. As a consumer lender, understanding the rise of digital wallets for bill pay is crucial. Let’s explore why they’re a game-changer for you and your customers.

Insurers have the potential to save millions by modifying their business model

With a high volume of transactions, even a small fee reduction can drive substantial and sustained cash flow improvements, cost savings, and improved profitability.

Bills, refunds, and filing: New report reveals the changing behaviors and priorities shaping this year’s tax season

As the federal income tax filing deadline approaches, consumer caution notably increases, particularly among younger generation according to the latest ACI Worldwide’s YouGov study.

Payments modernization is the key to helping credit unions gain and retain younger members

On this page As a proud credit union member, I have always valued the relationship-based approach that credit unions offer. When entrusting someone with my money or borrowing, the personal connection credit unions foster is incredibly important.

2025 auto lending trends: Mobile payments and self-service revolutionize customer experiences

The ACI Speedpay® Pulse survey confirms long-standing consumer trends toward mobile payments adoption and related self-service experiences.

Fraudsters are developing sophisticated scams in the utility sector

Digital payments fraud in the utility sector is a growing concern. The shift from traditional paper checks to digital payments within the industry has opened new avenues for fraud1.

Finally, insurers are embracing surcharging and saving millions in the process

Interchange and network fees levied for accepting credit cards are the one factor that dwarfs all others when insurers start digging into the cost of getting paid.

A generational change in higher education payment habits

The landscape of the payments industry is changing rapidly, and educational institutions must understand and adapt to the evolving habits of students and parents.

How a Modern Payments Experience Can Help Credit Unions Gain and Retain Younger Members

I recently attended the 2024 America's Credit Unions Governmental Affairs Conference, where one of the speakers said something that caught my ear: Essentially, the younger demographic is not fully aware of the concept of a credit union, its unique characteristics compared to other financial entities and the reasons why they might want to consider banking with them.

Tackling Sophisticated Fraud: Innovations and Approaches for a Secure Digital Future

Fraud has permeated numerous aspects of our lives, infiltrating the most routine activities and transactions, causing unease and uncertainty for many individuals. In fact, fraud-related losses in the U.S. topped $10 billion last year, up 14% from the previous year, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

New Consumer Research Reveals Major New Cost Pressures in the Pipeline for Billers

or billers strategizing around payments innovation, it’s essential to understand consumer payments expectations and the wider financial pressures they might be facing.