Contactless payments stories - Page 2

Visa launches AI-powered solutions and partnerships across Asia Pacific, aiming to transform digital commerce with secure, seamless payments and new innovations.

Recent cyber attacks are raising calls for stronger, identity-focused cybersecurity, including Zero Trust principles, with traditional password hygiene no longer sufficient.

Australian hospitality venues forecast ~31% growth in 2025, crediting tech like AI, personalised marketing, and contactless payments for driving efficiency and loyalty.

A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.

A new report reveals that outdated payment systems at airports are frustrating 54% of travellers, emphasising the need for modernising payment options.

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

NETS launches NETS SoftPOS, turning Android devices into contactless payment terminals. Merchants can now accept card, QR, and mobile payments seamlessly.

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

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

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

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.

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

Software technology company Synthesis lays out five ways COVID-19 has changed our behaviour and the payment solutions designed to meet the new criteria.

Mastercard has developed Enhanced Contactless (Ecos) specifications to future-proof contactless payments and ensure high levels of security and convenience.

Mastercard has launched its Cloud Tap on Phone payment technology, and the first live pilot of its Cloud Point of Sale acceptance technology.

Veeam's senior global technologist speaks on the great shift to a digital economy and organizations' investments in digital platforms.

Digital technologies, such as contactless payments and remote working, will have a lasting impact on society post-COVID-19.

Australian businesses could slash payment acceptance costs by over 40% using merchant choice routing, a process endorsed by the Reserve Bank of Australia.

Amid COVID-19, Australia sees a surge in contactless card payments, enhancing daily safety and convenience, with over half of transactions now contact-free.

COVID-19 lockdowns are driving the demand for instant real-time payments, with GlobalData predicting over half a trillion transactions within five years.