How To Tackle The 'Last Mile' Blockers to Speed

Swift's Olivier Lens highlighted significant hurdles in the 'last mile' of cross-border payments during a discussion at EBAday 2026 in Copenhagen. His research across 40 global markets revealed that an astonishing 80% of payment delays occur during this final stage. These delays are largely due to inconsistent regulatory frameworks and technological disparities between countries. Understanding and addressing these issues is crucial for achieving faster, more efficient international transactions, which could significantly benefit global trade and financial markets.