Payments NZ

Join the leaders shaping what’s next in payments at The Point 2026 – with early bird registrations closing in just five days. Through this year’s theme, Tātai – Strengthening Bonds, we will focus on how stronger connections across the system enable trust, resilience and progress for Aotearoa New Zealand. As technology accelerates and expectations continue to evolve, collaboration has never been more important. Register before 31 July and you’ll automatically go into the draw to attend an exclusive breakfast session with digital economy and AI expert David Birch, delivered in partnership with Cuscal Paymark. In Behavioural Economics for Bots: Customer Acquisition in the AI Era, David will explore how organisations can remain visible, trusted and competitive as AI increasingly influences how people discover, choose and engage with financial services.  Join us on 25–26 November 2026 at the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland and be part of the conversations shaping the future of payments in Aotearoa New Zealand. Early bird pricing closes Friday, 31 July NZT. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e7G7HxZS E tūmanako ana ki te kite i a koe i reira. We hope to see you there. #ThePoint2026 #Tatai #PaymentsNZ #StrengtheningBonds #TrustinPayments #PaymentsLeadership 

Modern systems only work when they are coordinated.   As payments become more digital, connected and automated, governance becomes more important – not less. Good governance helps ensure:  • clear rules and expectations • accountability and oversight • safe and scalable innovation This becomes even more important as automation and AI increase system complexity. Questions of trust, responsibility and accountability become harder, but also more critical.   In a system like payments, coordination is not optional. It is what enables trust, interoperability and resilience across the ecosystem – ensuring innovation can evolve safely and reliably over time.   In the latest episode of Modernising Payments Together, Payments NZ's Steve Wiggins joins David Birch, Victoria Richardson and Chad Haighmark to discuss trust, resilience, governance and system design in the next generation of payments.   Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eexbcJuu   How do you think governance and coordination need to evolve as AI and automation become more embedded in critical systems?   #PaymentsNZ #Payments #Trust #Interoperability #Resilience #FuturePayments #PaymentsModernisation

Trust sits at the heart of every payment experience, every system connection, and every shift in expectation. It’s central to the wero (challenge) before us at The Point 2026: how can we align as system to build a payments future for Aotearoa New Zealand that’s trusted, resilient, and ready for what’s next? This is not just about innovation – it’s about how the system aligns to deliver trust, resilience and progress. We’re pleased to welcome two international keynote speakers into essential conversations that will help frame the future of payments in Aotearoa. Sarah Pirie-Nally Payments through a futurist lens Futurist and AI strategist Sarah Pirie-Nally will connect payments signals to deeper shifts, translating them into clear strategic choices for customer impact – and what they mean for how the payments system needs to align and evolve. Bo Harald The art of focusing on everything Digitalisation and innovation leader Bo Harald will explore how progress in payments is happening everywhere at once – and why focus and coordination across the system will matter more than ever. The Point 2026 brings these conversations into the room – with the leaders, decision-makers and innovators shaping what comes next. Through our conference theme of Tātai – Strengthening bonds, we focus on how stronger connections across the system enable trust, resilience and coordinated progress. Early bird registrations are now open – secure your place in the room shaping the future of payments Register now: https://lnkd.in/em6ujQaw E tūmanako ana ki te kite i a koe i reira. See you there. #ThePoint2026 #Tātai #PaymentsNZ #StrengtheningBonds #TrustInPayments #PaymentsLeadership

Aotearoa New Zealand’s payments system is often underestimated. We already have: • high digital adoption • seven-day settlement • industry-led APIs and shared standards That is a strong foundation. But the next phase is not just about building more capability. It is about recognising that trust and identity are becoming core infrastructure – especially as systems begin acting on behalf of users. The opportunity now is to build forward, from what already works, with greater coordination across the ecosystem. Check out our podcast series, Modernising Payments together: trust, resilience and system design for the next decade: https://lnkd.in/eexbcJuu #PaymentsNZ #FuturePayments

The payments system is at a turning point. Trust is under pressure and expectations are rising. What happens next will depend on how we respond together. Early bird registrations for The Point 2026 are now open. The Point is where the industry comes together to align direction, challenge thinking, and accelerate progress across the payments ecosystem.  In this launch message, Payments NZ CEO Steve Wiggins shares why this moment matters and what’s at stake. This year’s theme: Tātai – Strengthening Bonds  Tātai haerenga – Aligning where we go next  Tātai manaaki – Strengthening trust and security   Tātai ora – Building resilience for the future If you’re part of shaping the future of payments in Aotearoa New Zealand, this is the room to be in. Secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/em6ujQaw  25–26 November, New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. E tūmanako ana ki te kite i a koe i reira. See you there. #ThePoint2026 #PaymentsNZ #Tātai #StrengtheningBonds #FutureOfPayments 

The Point returns on 25–26 November 2026 at the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. These moments from The Point 2024 capture what makes this conference essential: the conversations, connections and perspectives helping shape the future of payments in Aotearoa New Zealand. In 2026, that matters more than ever. Trust is under pressure. Expectations of the payments system are rising. The industry is facing increasingly important decisions around resilience, infrastructure, innovation and future direction. The Point 2026 is where those conversations happen.  This is more than an industry conference. It is where leaders, innovators, decision-makers and partners from across the payments ecosystem align on the opportunities, challenges and decisions shaping the next phase of payments in Aotearoa.  Early bird registrations open next week. Want to stay in the loop? Join our mailing list:  https://lnkd.in/e9aEAn7j Who are you most looking forward to connecting with at The Point 2026? Drop a comment below. #ThePoint2026 #PaymentsNZ #Tātai #StrengtheningBonds #PaymentsLeadership 

We hosted members and payments leaders at our Hub breakfast in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland with global payments thought leader David Birch. The discussion focused on resilience in a world where regulatory, geopolitical, cyber and AI pressures are increasingly stacking. The message was clear: resilience must be deliberately designed in, alongside modernisation – not added later. Payments NZ Chief Executive Steve Wiggins outlined why this matters for Aotearoa New Zealand, underpinned by shared accountability across the payments ecosystem. Drawing on international examples, David Birch highlighted the importance of multiple payment rails, strong digital identity and offline capability during disruption. Takeaway: resilience is not a feature or a single solution - it’s the outcome of deliberate design, diversity and collective effort. Read more and watch the event recording here: https://lnkd.in/enqXyB4j  #PaymentsResilience #FinancialInfrastructure #Payments

There’s now one week to go until EFTPOS terminals using the PCI 4.x security standard must be replaced – with the sunset date for these devices falling on 30 April 2026. After this date, remaining terminals using the PCI 4.x standard will be non-compliant and subject to disconnection from the EFTPOS network.  Keeping Aotearoa New Zealand’s EFTPOS fleet up to date with recent security standards helps to keep the network safe and the risk of card fraud low, protecting businesses and consumers. We acknowledge industry and merchants for their efforts in supporting a smooth transition to more secure devices – with almost all terminals now already upgraded. Any merchants still using older terminals should reach out to their device providers now to ensure they can keep transacting smoothly after next week’s deadline. See our latest reminder published today: https://lnkd.in/eB5xiX-7 Jamie Wood, Jade Ford, Martin Quin   #PaymentsNZ #FuturePayments #EFTPOS 

We’ve wrapped up our API Centre Accreditation and Partnering Project – a 16‑month industry-led collaboration that helped shape how open banking accreditation and partnering could work under the Customer and Product Data Act 2025. Our cross-industry working group, consisting of banks, fintechs and regulatory representatives, delivered practical insights on accreditation, onboarding, risk management, and complex issues like security standards. A few clear themes emerged: 🤝 Early industry input matters  👩💻 Shared approaches to risk and liability reduce friction   🎊 Diverse perspectives strengthen outcomes and delivers more impact While our project is now complete, the insights and resources we’ve collectively developed will continue to support the industry in Aotearoa New Zealand as the regulatory framework takes shape. Read the full article for the project’s key insights 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHfqdU-W #OpenBanking #CPD #IndustryCollaboration #Regulation #APICentre 

Our API Centre Roadmap is now live on our website. It’s a visualisation of work underway and what’s expected in the near term and will be updated regularly, supporting transparency on what’s coming up across the ecosystem. This consolidated view of the collective mahi across the open banking ecosystem is a valuable industry resource for anyone planning, delivering or implementing open banking in Aotearoa New Zealand. View the roadmap: https://lnkd.in/eTXU6AWB #OpenBanking #APIs #PaymentsNZ #Standards #Fintech #NZ