GCash cements fintech innovation thrust in the Philippines
GCash, the number 1 mobile wallet in the Philippines, continues to be a rising star in Asia as it sets the bar higher for fintech innovation in the region.
Facebook to launch ‘Novi’ digital wallet ahead of its cryptocurrency ‘Diem’
Facebook prefers to launch Novi alongside Diem, a kind of digital currency called a stablecoin, which would be tied to the US dollar.
The UAE’s Payit and Magnati partner with ride-hailing app WOW to offer digital payment solutions
Payit and Magnati have partnered with ride-hailing app WOW to launch state of the art digital payment solutions for its leaders and their riders.
Contactless payments valued at $2.5 trillion after 45% increase on 2020
A new report from Juniper Research has indicated a major boost in valuation for global contactless payments, reaching a massive $2.5 trillion.
SWIFT launches SWIFT Go, a fast, cost-effective service for low-value cross-border payments
The SWIFT Go service builds on the high-speed rails of SWIFT gpi, which have transformed the speed and predictability of high-value payments.
Dublin-based fintech led by ex-Mastercard staff raises $6m
WhenThen, a Dublin-based fintech founded by former Mastercard employees, has raised $6 million (€5.09 million) in seed funding.
QR codes hold hope for APAC’s digital expectations
QR codes, Lawson said, have a lot of power and potential, particularly in Asia’s various cash-dominated developing markets.
Apple Pay is reportedly getting a “Buy Now, Pay Later” feature
While Apple Pay Later wouldn’t require you to get an Apple Card, it will reportedly require you to apply for approval via the Wallet app.
