Public transportation systems around the world are very different. Ticketing systems and route information are often confusing and rarely convenient for the user. But what if your credit card could act as a Fifth Element-style multipass enabling you to board that commuter train or bus with a wave of your hand? This is the idea […]
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Barclaycard Loop’s in a new payment option
In today’s busy world, there is an emerging trend in quick and easy bill payment on the fly. Consumer interest is growing at a rate that is driving firms to look for ways to create connected payment solutions. According to Tractica, wearable payment transaction amounts could grow to around $501 billion by 2020, with close […]
Can digital payments help disaster-proof smart cities?
MasterCard is partnering with 100 Resilient Cities (100RC) to boost digital payments as a way of making smart cities more efficient and disaster-proof. According to Pyments.com, the U.S. credit card behemoth is teaming up with the 100RC group which provides free expertise, tools and services to member cities. The group, led by the Rockefeller Foundation, […]
Apple Has Reportedly Forced Banks To Stop “Taxing” Mobile Payments
A backstage win for pay-by-iPhone.
Don’t Expect To Pay With Your Smartphone At The Mall This Holiday Season
Make sure you have all your plastic credit and loyalty cards with you when you go shopping this holiday season.