To mark International Women’s Day 2026 , our CEO Iren Tranvåg  joined nexo standards  for a conversation about her journey in the payments industry and the importance of creating opportunities for the best talent to thrive. In the interview, Iren shares reflections on the challenges she has navigated throughout her career and how the payments industry continues to evolve. She also highlights practical steps organizations can take to make the industry more inclusive and offers

Eric Marcus Torkildsen, Head of Identity and Payments at Rema1000 At the February meetup, Erik Marcus Torkildsen gave a status update on the "Standardisation and Interoperability" initiative, one of the most concrete workstreams currently underway in Nordic Initiative. His message was clear: Nordic retailers must move faster, and they must move together.   "Nordic retailers have to cooperate on matters where we do not compete. We have a shared interest in ensuring efficient p

Nordic Initiative AS has been formally approved as an Associate Member of nexo standards in the Acceptors category. This gives Nordic merchants a structured and formal channel to influence global payment acceptance standards. A Clear Merchant Voice Through MAC Our engagement will take place through the Merchant Advisory Committee (MAC). MAC is an independent advisory forum that guides the nexo Board on standardisation topics relevant to retailers. Its mission is clear: To art

On February 4, leading Nordic merchants gathered at NHO to address one core challenge: How do we move from fragmented, scheme-driven solutions to merchant- and customer-centric standards that work seamlessly across channels, devices and borders? Chief Economist Øystein Dørum opened the session with a strong reminder of the value of cooperation in uncertain times — setting the tone for a discussion focused on coordinated Nordic action. The conversations confirmed a clear messa

The year begins with strong engagement among Nordic Initiative members in Oslo , with the meeting hosted by NHO . At a time of increasing complexity and uncertainty, the focus is on what truly drives progress: Nordic alignment, shared foundations, and the ability to turn intent into concrete action. The February meeting brings together members to explore several key topics shaping Nordic retail towards 2026: standardisation and interoperability moving from fragmentation to co

Thank you for a strong year defined by trust, engagement, and clear progress. Together, we have strengthened  Nordic Initiative  as a united and ambitious Nordic Tier 1 group - with a growing voice in shaping the future of retail. As we move into 2026, momentum is high.  Nordic Initiative  is being further strengthened as a clear, unifying Nordic brand, firmly anchored with our members and key external stakeholders. Together, we shape shared solutions, set direction, and cont

Day 2 took us deep into the forces reshaping retail – from building resilient payment systems in collaboration between retailers and central banks, to understanding how digital wallets are evolving into central hubs for loyalty and customer engagement.

When executives from Nordic retailers meet at The Nordic Summit, they will be joined by representatives from the European and Nordic central banks to discuss how central bank digital currencies (CBDC) can strengthen resilience in an uncertain world.

We have been given insights from leading experts within technology shifts that transform the retail sectors. And several companies have shared best practices in how they adapt to future consumer expectiations and behavior.

The Nordic Retail Summit is back in Malmö this October with one clear theme: The Consumer of the Future. Tomorrow’s customers are rewriting the rules of retail - demanding trust, loyalty, speed, and seamless experiences powered by AI.