[News](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research?field_article_type=24) # Payment leaders discuss the impacts of new payment methods at The SUMMIT Series webinar May 17, 2024 As new payment methods emerge, how are financial institutions and payment providers considering these new options and launching new payment products in their market? With the pace of digital transformation accelerating, how can payment leaders ensure that strategy — and not just the latest technology — drives decision-making? The latest edition of The SUMMIT Series, entitled Strategies for new payment methods, delved into these questions and more. Hosted by Robyn King, Director, Industry Relations at Payments Canada, the hour-long discussion featured four panelists from organizations from across the payment ecosystem: Tracy Legass, Financial Services Industry Solution Executive at Microsoft Canada; Cassie Wong, Head of Payments and Partnerships at Paypal Canada; Jeff Adamson, Chief Commercial Officer and Co-Founder at Neo Financial; and Dougal Middleton, Vice President, Enterprise Payments at Scotiabank and [chair of the Payments Canada Member Advisory Council](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-new-member-advisory-council-chair). Throughout, the conversation centered on technological advancements and changing consumer behaviours. More specific topics included the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning for fraud detection and improved customer service, the potential of blockchain technology for cross-border payments, how open banking and APIs are important to innovation and the increasing adoption of real-time payments. The session concluded with the importance of collaboration across the ecosystem to combat fraud effectively. Here, the panelists discussed the need to balance the customer experience with security through an approach that involves advanced technology and data sharing. The SUMMIT and Payments Canada would like to thank all the panelists and attendees for making this valuable conversation possible. Interested in keeping the payment conversation going? Join us from May 29 to 31 at The SUMMIT in Toronto! To register, visit [thesummit.ca](https://www.thesummit.ca/). [Return to newsroom](https://www.payments.ca/insights/news-research) ## Keep reading [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News July 27, 2026 ### ACSS rule changes enhance payment system processes Updates provide expanded definitions and process efficiency Payments Canada has implemented a series of administrative and operational amendments to the Automated Clearing Settlement System (ACSS)... ](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/acss-rule-changes-enhance-payment-system-processes) [ ![placeholder.png](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/placeholder.png?h=5dafd208&itok=qKDbzxAp) News July 14, 2026 ### Payments Canada welcomes Adyen Canada Ltd. as its newest member Payments Canada membership continues to grow with the addition of payment service provider Adyen Canada Ltd . Adyen’s inclusion in our membership highlights the shifting momentum within the Canadian... ](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-adyen-canada-ltd-its-newest-member)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/payments-canada-welcomes-adyen-canada-ltd-its-newest-member) [ ![fast moving blur of a roadway with sun coming from the left](/sites/default/files/styles/article/public/2024-03/RTR_Billboard_2024.png?h=10d202d3&itok=nlBaqyr6) News July 9, 2026 ### Canada’s Real-Time Rail Quarterly Update with Jude Pinto: 2026 Q3 In our latest quarterly update, Jude Pinto , Chief Delivery Officer at Payments Canada, discusses the payment ecosystem support for the RTR and the successful transition of the program into the... ](https://www.payments.ca/canadas-real-time-rail-quarterly-update-jude-pinto-2026-q3)[Learn more](https://www.payments.ca/canadas-real-time-rail-quarterly-update-jude-pinto-2026-q3)