For 54 years, the leading publication covering payment systems worldwide
The Nilson Report, in its 54th year of publication, is the most respected source of news and analysis of the global card and mobile payment industry. Published bi-monthly.
The World’s Top Card Issuers and Merchant Acquirers research publication is now in its 16th edition, and includes over 1,390 financial institutions in more than 120 countries.
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September 4, 2025
In Africa, Payments and Regtech stand as catalysts for economic transformation. Innovations in digital transactions coupled with robust regulatory technology are reshaping the financial landscape.
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Throughout my 25+ years in the ever-evolving merchant payments industry, the Nilson Report has been a constant companion — an essential source of information, and a means for connecting to the “who’s who” in the space. If there is one “must read’ to stay informed about payments, it is the Nilson Report!
As a researcher in the payments space, I have come to depend upon the Nilson Report's independent and comprehensive reporting and data. It's really one of a kind.
I have been reading the Nilson Report for several decades now, and consider it indispensable for anyone in the payments industry. I also admire its utterly unique approach to journalism: clear, concise, accurate information and insights that are free of advertising and tendentious sourcing. We could use more of this!
The Nilson Report is an indispensable guide to the movers and shakers in the cards and payments industry. Providing a comprehensive overview of payment trends and useful data both in the US and globally, Nilson enables Fiserv to keep our finger firmly on the pulse of the challenges and opportunities facing issuers, acquirers, financial institutions, fintechs, analysts, academia and others.
The payment industry is going through a digital transformation and innovating in many ways. In these times, it is critical to have great data and insights. That is why we at Microsoft are so thankful to have the Nilson Report and cannot wait for the next edition.
July 21, 2025
PUBLICSQUARE has integrated Apple Pay and Google Pay with its PSQ payment platform. The company, which built its merchant portfolio on outdoor recreation and gun dealer clients, is expanding its customer base into the travel industry. PublicSquare’s financial technology segment includes Credova, a consumer financing and payments company.
August 1, 2025
Stablecoin buzz vexes Visa and Mastercard’s repose
"...Their networks’ ubiquity and reliability, especially in the United States — where they process about 70% of all purchases, according to industry researcher Nilson Report — shielded them from past threats like Venmo-style payment apps."