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Embedded payments outpace security infrastructure, creating new risks

Embedded payments are rapidly expanding beyond traditional checkout experiences into various platforms and applications, with the market projected to reach nearly $200 billion by 2032. However, the security infrastructure for these transactions is not keeping pace with their widespread and swift deployment. This creates significant risks as sensitive data travels through fragmented systems without consistent protection, making it difficult and costly to retrofit security once issues arise. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses trends and risks in embedded payments without announcing a new product or technology.

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Embedded payments outpace security infrastructure, creating new risks

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Ruston Miles, Forbes Councils Member ·

    Embedded Payments Are Scaling Faster Than Security Can Keep Up

    To capture the benefits of embedded payments without introducing new vulnerabilities, infrastructure must have security deliberately designed into the payment flow.