Payments on Fire™ Episode 279 - Fanning the Flames - Money 20/20 2025 Recap
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Nov 7, 2025 In this discussion, insights from Money 20/20 are revealed, including standout themes like agentic commerce and stablecoins. Hear about the striking announcements, such as Western Union's collaboration with Solana and PayPal's new integrations. The conversation also tackles privacy concerns surrounding transaction data and the evolving landscape of fintech. Tips for maximizing the conference experience are shared, alongside thoughts on the event's logistics and its shift towards a more mature industry.
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High Step Counts And Shoe Choices
- Chris logged roughly 17,000 steps in a single Tuesday at Money20/20 from meetings and events.
- Drew joked about preferring very soft, plush shoes to survive the long days on the show floor.
Agentic Commerce Raises Data Exposure Risks
- Agentic commerce exposes granular SKU and pricing data, creating new privacy and competition risks.
- This raises questions about who accesses transaction payloads and how that data will be used.
Advocate For Merchants And Consumers Early
- Build advocacy for merchants and consumers while protocols evolve to address privacy and market dynamics.
- Ensure participant protection early to avoid later regulatory backlash like CFPB scrutiny.