Spotlight on Latin America: Payments & Fraud Trends at MRC São Paulo 2025
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Join us at the Tivoli Mofarrej São Paulo Hotel on 14-15 April 2025 for the Merchant Risk Council’s inaugural event in Latin America: MRC São Paulo 2025. This premier conference is your gateway to understanding the latest innovations and strategies in payments and fraud prevention tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of the region. Here are the top trends and insights you can look forward to:
1. The Rise of Instant Payments and Their Impact on eCommerce
Latin America is witnessing a revolution in instant payment systems like Brazil’s PIX and Mexico’s CoDi. With PIX accounting for 14% of global instant transactions, the session “Brazil’s Pix Next Stop: With Recurrence Feature, Instant Payment Opens a New Frontier for P2B Payments” will explore how these systems are enabling financial inclusion and reshaping e-commerce.
Additionally, the session “Instant Payments Revolution in Latin America and their impact on e-commerce” highlights how these payment methods enhance security, reduce fraud, and drive small business growth. These discussions will offer valuable insights for leveraging instant payments in your business strategies.
2. Innovations in Installment Payments and BNPL Models
Installment payments and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) are transforming consumer behavior in Latin America. Learn how PlayStation’s installment payment strategy in Brazil increased accessibility, boosted engagement, and balanced growth with fraud prevention.
For a broader perspective, the session “Key Trends of BNPL Brazil” will discuss challenges in fraud prevention and credit scoring, showcasing how major players like Despegar and others are navigating these complexities.
3. Advances in Fraud Prevention and Authentication
Fraud prevention strategies are evolving to combat increasingly sophisticated threats. The session “How the Use of 3DS Led Us to a Race Against Account Takeovers” explores the latest benchmarks and KPIs for 3DS authentication and explores innovative approaches to block fake accounts and combat social engineering scams.
In “Crypto in LATAM - Evolving Fraud Threats,” gain insights into the rise of cryptocurrency adoption in the region and the unique fraud risks it poses, including scams, mule accounts, and regulatory challenges.
4. Cultural Nuances in Payments and Fraud Strategies
Latin America’s diverse cultural and economic landscape requires tailored approaches to payments and fraud prevention. “Navigating Cultural Nuances: Fraud Prevention and Payment Strategies in Latin America” features case studies from ClearSale and Innovasport, illustrating how localized strategies are critical to success. This session will also explore how AI and machine learning are shaping fraud prevention efforts in the region.
5. Enhancing Payment Performance Through Innovation
Discover how collaboration and innovation can dramatically improve transaction performance. The session “Transforming Payment Methods: Increase in Authorization Rate” showcases how Elo and dLocal doubled authorization rates while reducing retries, improving conversion rates, and lowering costs. These insights are invaluable for businesses seeking to optimize payment operations.
Conclusion
To fully understand the dynamic evolution of payments and fraud prevention in Latin America, MRC São Paulo 2025 is an unmissable opportunity. With sessions covering groundbreaking trends like instant payments, BNPL, cultural nuances in fraud strategies, and cutting-edge innovations, this event offers actionable insights and practical knowledge to stay ahead in a competitive market.
Whether you aim to optimize payment performance, enhance fraud prevention, or understand regional market intricacies, MRC São Paulo provides the connections, expertise, and strategies you need to thrive. Secure your spot today and be part of shaping the future of payments and fraud in Latin America!
