In today’s top payments news around the world, Paidy debuted its 3-Pay as online commerce is on the rise in Japan, while Marriott International and Grab are teaming to bring premium hospitality experiences to customers. Plus, a new poll finds that this year’s Singles’ Day...
Marriott International and Grab are teaming up to bring premium hospitality experiences to customers in Southeast Asia, the companies announced on Thursday (Oct. 29). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
Singapore’s FinTech startup Nium is bringing its infrastructure platform to Africa, where domestic economic growth and customer spending is on an upswing despite the shaky global economy, Nium said in a statement on Tuesday (Oct. 27). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...
The pandemic has highlighted the importance of fast and efficient cross-border payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...
A five-year plan for China hashed out by leaders Monday (Oct. 26) is expected to focus on developing semiconductors and other such technology while Washington remains against letting the country access U.S. tech, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
Talk of a major reshuffling in international trade continues to build as more companies eye global supply chains, opening up opportunities for American manufacturing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
In its ongoing efforts to beef up its international real-time payments network, Western Union has again expanded its payout options. The move was due in part to increased demand from businesses and individuals for such transfers and “for transparency, immediacy and reliability,” the company said...
Governments across Europe are re-imposing social distancing measures as COVID-19 roars back from a summer lull, prompting widespread concern of a new round of economic damage, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Sunday (Oct. 25). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...
From the largest marquee names in luxury retail to artisans peddling handcrafted wares, selling direct to consumer has never been more urgent. But Emanuela Saccarola, Citi’s global head of product for cross-border payments, tells Karen Webster the transition to digital shopping and eCommerce requires a...
