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Global Payments and Visa launch mobile tap in Singapore
Customer Experience

Global Payments and Visa launch mobile tap in Singapore

Visa and Global Payments have partnered to introduce 'Mobile Tap' in Singapore, which allows SMEs to accept digital payments.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023
Over half of SEA users say SMBs should use digital payments
Digital Transformation

Over half of SEA users say SMBs should use digital payments

According to a Kaspersky study, more than one in two SEA users say small businesses should be using digital payments.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2022

Global Stories

Contactless payments stories

Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags
Malware

Kaspersky warns of increasing threats from tampered NFC tags

Kaspersky warns of rising risks from hacked NFC tags, urging users to stay vigilant against potential phishing and malware threats as NFC adoption grows.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jan 2025
Sage & Stripe expand partnership to streamline SMB payments
Crypto

Sage & Stripe expand partnership to streamline SMB payments

Sage expands its partnership with Stripe to enhance payment processing and cashflow management for small and mid-sized businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Apple launch new contactless payment method in Australia
Marketing Technologies

Apple launch new contactless payment method in Australia

Apple has launched Tap to Pay in Australia, empowering local businesses of any size to accept in-person contactless payments on iPhone.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Advantages of using true Account-based Ticketing (ABT)
Digital Transformation

Advantages of using true Account-based Ticketing (ABT)

The ABT system uses innovative technology to provide a more seamless and equitable experience that caters to the needs of all riders.

By Simon McLevie • 3 min read • Mon, 15th May 2023
Near Field Communication to reach US$46 billion by 2027
Semiconductors

Near Field Communication to reach US$46 billion by 2027

The global near-field communication market was US$17,875 million in 2020 and will be US$46,781 million by 2027, registering a CAGR of 14.8% from 2021 to 2027.

By Gaurav Sharma • 7 min read • Thu, 5th Jan 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Contactless payments stories

UK leads the way in cashless payments, outpacing the US
Fintech

UK leads the way in cashless payments, outpacing the US

The UK leads the charge in adopting contactless payments, as Marqeta's report reveals 80% of UK consumers used them last week, nearly double that of the US.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia
Data Analytics

The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia

Australia's fintech sector, powered by innovation, technology, and government backing, has surged from AUD $250 million in 2015 to AUD $45 billion in 2023.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance
Biometrics

Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance

The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Virgin Media O2's 4G & 5G upgrades to boost rural connectivity
Unified Communications

Virgin Media O2's 4G & 5G upgrades to boost rural connectivity

Virgin Media O2 improves 4G and 5G coverage in rural Britain, aiming to boost local economy this festive season.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Square introduces Tap to Pay for iPhones in Australia
Marketing Technologies

Square introduces Tap to Pay for iPhones in Australia

Square launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Australia, allowing sellers to accept contactless payments without additional hardware or cost.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2023
Adyen goes live with Tap to Pay on iPhone in Australia
Fintech

Adyen goes live with Tap to Pay on iPhone in Australia

Adyen, the global financial technology platform, has brought Tap to Pay on iPhone to Australian retailer customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Retail's shift: Contactless payment's post-pandemic impact
Marketing Technologies

Retail's shift: Contactless payment's post-pandemic impact

The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of contactless payment methods, reshaping retail and supporting larger consumer trends.

By Amber Skinner-Jozefson • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023
Can software development be too Agile in an evolving industry?
Marketing Technologies

Can software development be too Agile in an evolving industry?

The pace of innovation in meeting customer demand and the shifting economic environment presents a challenge when developing payment technologies.

By Louis Joubert • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2023
Open banking, payments and a new era for customer loyalty
Fintech

Open banking, payments and a new era for customer loyalty

Open Banking has matured into an innovative payments solution enabling merchants to drive conversion, reward loyalty and improve the customer experience.

By Brad Goodall • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2023
Slow step forward for New Zealand public transport
Smart Cities

Slow step forward for New Zealand public transport

Passengers across New Zealand will eventually tap cards and mobile wallets on buses, trains and ferries, but the rollout is not due until 2026.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Oct 2022