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Adyen reveals in a recent study that implementing unified commerce can boost growth projections for US retailers by nearly 10%. Conducted with partners, the research highlights that 76% of businesses expect over 20% growth in 2022, which rises to 89% for those utilizing unified commerce. The report emphasizes the importance of combining offline and online payment systems to enhance customer experience, with 47% of businesses noting improvements and 66% of Americans expecting seamless shopping experiences.

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) is collaborating with Apple to introduce Tap to Pay on iPhone for its U.S. customers, enabling them to accept contactless payments using their iPhones. This innovation eliminates the need for additional hardware and enhances payment mobility. The rollout will involve partnerships with enterprise customers and platforms like Lightspeed Commerce and NewStore, with a pilot project already in place with NewStore's client, Vince. The solution promises a seamless, secure payment experience for businesses and consumers alike.

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) has announced its expansion beyond traditional payments to develop embedded financial products aimed at enhancing financial experiences for platforms and marketplaces. These new offerings, including multi-currency accounts and financing options, are designed to foster user loyalty and open up new revenue streams. CEO Pieter van der Does emphasized that this move is a natural progression for the company, which seeks to simplify financial complexities for small businesses and integrate multiple financial needs into one ecosystem.

Adyen reports strong financial results for H2 2021, highlighting significant growth in key metrics. Processed volume surged by 72% year-on-year to €300 billion, while net revenues increased by 47% to €556.5 million. The EBITDA stood at €357.3 million, up 51% year-on-year, resulting in a robust EBITDA margin of 64%. For the full year 2021, processed volume reached €516 billion, with net revenue at €1.0 billion. The free cash flow conversion ratio was 90%, emphasizing the company's operational efficiency and profitability.

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) announced the opening of new technology hubs in Chicago and Madrid on February 9, 2022. This expansion signifies Adyen's commitment to investing in its technology teams and enhancing its global presence.

The new hubs will focus on hiring back-end and front-end software engineers, data scientists, and more. By tapping into diverse talent pools, Adyen aims to innovate and better serve its customers. With over 25 global offices, this strategic move supports their goals in building a customer-centric payments platform.

Adyen launched new mobile Android point of sale (POS) terminals in the EU, UK, and the United States. These terminals serve as an all-in-one solution, combining cash registers, barcode scanners, and displays, which significantly reduce hardware costs. The terminals also feature an app management system for merchants to handle inventory, loyalty programs, and more. Early adopters include Palisis and Immfly. The launch aims to enhance customer experiences by allowing consumers to make payments anywhere without waiting in lines.

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) partners with Cypress Five Star to implement a unified payments platform for 60 Five Guys locations in Canada. This collaboration aims to enhance the dining experience by integrating POS services and improving tipping functionality, increasing average tips by $1.12 per hour per employee. Adyen's system supports multi-channel payments, cost optimization, and provides valuable customer insights, positioning it as a leading payment solution in the food and beverage industry. The agreement reflects Adyen's ongoing growth and commitment to delivering effective payment solutions for restaurants.

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) has launched a new machine learning tool named Score, aimed at enhancing security for platform merchants by detecting irregular activities. This tool provides insights on user behavior and supports compliance measures, allowing merchants to better manage their risk profiles. GoFundMe is among the first platforms to use Score, reporting improved service quality and user safety. The launch signifies Adyen's commitment to providing innovative solutions that support operational scalability and fraud monitoring for its merchants.

Adyen reported strong financial performance for H1 2021, with processed volume reaching €216 billion, a 67% increase year-on-year. Net revenue was €445 million, up 46%; EBITDA of €272.7 million marked a 65% rise. The EBITDA margin stood at 61%, reflecting operational scalability. The free cash flow conversion ratio was 90%, with CapEx at 5% of net revenue. These results highlight Adyen's robust growth amidst the ongoing shift towards digitization and cashless transactions.