iDeal owner pushes back on Wero successor criticism amid retailer concerns

The company behind iDeal, the Dutch payment system, is facing retailer backlash over its successor Wero, citing high costs and lengthy complaint procedures. In response, it held an informational meeting on Tuesday to address the controversy, but acknowledged it is still fine-tuning the system. The dispute highlights friction in the transition to a new pan-European payment scheme, with potential implications for payment market dynamics.