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Government RegulationLow impact

Navigating the CFPB Section 1033 Open Banking Rule: A Guide for US Merchants

The CFPB's Section 1033 rule aims to revolutionize US open banking. Learn how shifting regulations on data sharing and API standards impact your business.

Sep 20, 2026Consumer Financial Protection BureauRead analysis
Financial-regulation compliance document on a desk beside a gavel and reading glasses.
Government RegulationHigh impact

Navigating the CFPB’s Major Overhaul of Regulation B

The CFPB has finalized significant changes to Regulation B, impacting how merchants handle credit and financing. Learn what these updates mean for your business.

Sep 20, 2026Venable LLPRead analysis
Customer tapping a contactless card on a payment terminal at a retail checkout.
Government RegulationLow impact

SNAP EBT Modernization: Preparing Your POS for Chip and Tap Cards

The USDA is rolling out chip and tap-enabled SNAP EBT cards to combat fraud. Learn how to update your POS system and ensure transaction continuity.

Sep 12, 2026USDA Food and Nutrition AdministrationRead analysis
Customer tapping a contactless card on a payment terminal at a retail checkout.
Government RegulationHigh impact

SNAP EBT Chip Cards: What Retailers Need to Know

SNAP EBT is moving toward EMV chip technology. Here’s what retailers should know about X9.58-2024, POS readiness, EBT application support, fallback behavior, and the ongoing state-by-state rollout.

Sep 6, 2026USDA Food and Nutrition ServiceRead analysis
Financial-regulation compliance document on a desk beside a gavel and reading glasses.
Government RegulationHigh impact

FinCEN Permanently Ends BOI Reporting for U.S. Companies

FinCEN's August 11, 2026 final rule permanently exempts U.S.-created companies from Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act.

Sep 1, 2026FinCENRead analysis

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