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Beijing introduces dedicated mobile payments devices for foreign visitors

NFCW

“The Beijing Pass device, co-developed by UnionPay, Bank of Beijing and Beijing Unicom, is a compact terminal that functions as a power bank, SIM card and payment device,” the China.org website explains. “It supports Wi-Fi, QR code payments, and voice translation, making it a versatile tool for travellers.

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Akurateco Partners with Dinero Pay to Transform Mobile Payments in Saudi Arabia

Fintech Finance

Akurateco , a global payment software provider with a strong presence in the MENA region, has joined forces with Dinero Pay , a rising Payment Service Provider (PSP) in Saudi Arabia, to drive innovation in the rapidly evolving mobile payments sector. through 2033.

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Indonesia adds support for NFC payments to QR mobile payment system

NFCW

NFC PAYMENT: Bank Indonesia governor Perry Warjiyo launching the new service at Bundaran HI Station Indonesia’s central bank has added support for NFC payments to the country’s QRIS national QR mobile payments platform.

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FiRa adds support for hands-free mobile payments, transit ticketing and access control applications

NFCW

The FiRa Consortium has published an update to its technical specifications for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology that add support for “advanced UWB applications that require various combinations of FiRa features to work together deterministically”, such as mobile payments and transit ticketing. The updated Core 3.0

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İşbank Expands Partnership With Alipay+, Enabling Convenient Cross-Border Mobile Payments for Global Tourists Visiting Turkey

Fintech Finance

bank , Turkeys largest private bank and one of the countrys widest payment network, has made a new development on its 100th anniversary by expanding its partnership with Alipay+ to enhance the travel experience for international visitors to Turkey. The integration will roll-out to merchants gradually in a phased approach.

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Juniper forecasts 50% growth in QR mobile payment transactions

NFCW

Mobile payments made via QR codes will grow in value by 50%, from US$5.4 ” Juniper forecasts 50% growth in QR mobile payment transactions was written by Sarah Clark and published by NFCW. . ” Juniper forecasts 50% growth in QR mobile payment transactions was written by Sarah Clark and published by NFCW.

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Following COVID-19: How the virus is affecting the mobile payments industry

Payments Dive

Mobile Payments Today is doing its best to provide news and updates regarding how the coronavirus is affecting the payments industry. We'll update this story with the lastest headlines.