Wearable Payments
Independent wearable payments coverage from WristPay — wearable payments, fintech, and regulation.
Wollette Introduces Automated Wallet Funding with New Payment Technology
Wollette, a commerce platform connecting merchants, consumers, and banks, has adopted an advanced payment system. The company is now using Yapily's Open Banking infrastructure. Thi…
Tap-to-Pay Revolutionizes Small Business Transactions
A significant shift in payment technology is empowering small businesses. Contactless payment systems, often called tap-to-pay, are transforming how merchants operate. This innovat…
Apple iPhones to Accept Direct Payments
Apple is introducing a new system for retail payments. Soon, businesses will use iPhones to accept contactless payments. This innovation could make traditional card readers less co…
Austria Unveils Contactless Fingerprint System for Police
Austrian authorities have introduced a new smartphone-based biometric system. This technology allows police to collect fingerprints without physical contact. It also securely conne…
Contactless Payments Take Centre Stage
Tapping a card or smartphone at checkout has become routine for many consumers. This payment method now accounts for around 60% of US transactions. The shift began before the pande…
Huawei Teams Up with CP All to Launch Wearable Payments at Thailand’s 7‑Eleven Stores
At the Huawei Developer Conference 2026 in Dongguan, Huawei and CP All signed a memorandum of understanding to introduce wearable loyalty and payment functions in 7‑Eleven outlets …
NFC Payments Now Available on Android and iOS Devices
Bluecode, a European mobile payment system, has launched its NFC payment solution on both iOS and Android devices. This development allows users to make payments using their smartp…
Pakistan Switches to Biometric Passports
Pakistan is replacing its traditional machine-readable passports with electronic ones, marking a significant shift in its identification and travel documentation. The new passports…
Cash App Launches ‘Magic Wand’ Payment Device
Cash App is introducing a new payment method. It’s a physical „magic wand” device, costing $25. The idea came from a recent social media trend. Users were creating their own tap-to…
UK's First Open Banking Recurring Payment Solution Launched
TrueLayer unveiled Bank on File at Money20/20 Europe in Amsterdam, challenging traditional card networks with account-to-account payments. The UK's first open banking-powered recur…
Cash App Introduces Contactless Payment Wand
Cash App has launched a new device allowing users to make payments with a simple tap. The $25 „magic wand” is the first in a line of physical payment accessories. It enables contac…
Tap-to-Phone Payments Arrive in Singapore
DBS Bank has become the first Singapore bank to launch tap-to-phone payments, allowing merchants to accept card payments directly on Android smartphones. This feature was made poss…
Visa-Compatible Card for USDC Payments Takes Shape
Solayer, a prominent player in the digital payments space, has made a significant move by introducing a Visa-compatible payment card. The card enables users to spend their USDC bal…
Visa Introduces Innovative Tap-Based Authentication Technology
Visa has unveiled a groundbreaking tap-based authentication system that may transform how banks confirm customer identities in mobile banking. This new technology aims to enhance s…
Palm Scan Payments Startup Secures $6 Million Funding
A new biometric payments company, Five, has received $6 million in seed funding. The startup enables customers to make purchases using only a palm scan. Former employees of Revolut…
Contactless ATMs: A New Way to Access Cash Without a Card
Contactless ATMs are becoming increasingly popular, allowing users to withdraw cash using their smartphones. This innovation is particularly useful for those who may forget their d…
Contactless Payments to Surge by 2030
Global spending using contactless payment methods will nearly double. Analysts predict a jump from $7.7 trillion this year to $18.1 trillion by 2030. This represents a 106% increas…