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Tencent Simplifies Process of Linking International Cards With Weixin Pay

Tencent Simplifies Process of Linking International Cards With Weixin Pay
Tencent Simplifies Process of Linking International Cards With Weixin Pay
April 12, 2024  |  Cross-border Payments

Tencent has made it easier for visitors to mainland China to register for a WeChat account and to link international cards to Weixin Pay.  Get the Full...

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AI-Powered Chatbots and Searches Punch Travel Industry’s Ticket
AI-Powered Chatbots and Searches Punch Travel Industry’s Ticket
March 11, 2024  |  Artificial Intelligence

Kayak’s new chatbot lets users seek travel advice and discover flights via screenshots, in the latest sign of how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the...

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Travelex CEO Says Travelers Getting Smarter About Managing FX Risks
Travelex CEO Says Travelers Getting Smarter About Managing FX Risks
March 07, 2024  |  Travel Payments

The travel industry is on a strong rebound post-pandemic, experiencing a notable resurgence in activity and revenue. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Booking Holdings Sounds Optimistic Tone on Connected Travel For 2024
Booking Holdings Sounds Optimistic Tone on Connected Travel For 2024
February 22, 2024  |  Earnings

The leisure travel industry is alive and well at Booking Holdings. The parent company of Priceline, Kayak, Booking.com and other connected economy hospitality brands reported record fourth...

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Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
February 22, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Airbnb has expanded its City Portal to more than 430 jurisdictions worldwide over the past three years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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US Retailers Benefit From Offering APAC Travelers Their Preferred Payment Methods 
US Retailers Benefit From Offering APAC Travelers Their Preferred Payment Methods 
December 06, 2023  |  Payment Methods

Wei Jiang, co-founder, president and COO at Citcon, told PYMNTS in a recent interview that the travel rebound is a long-standing trend — and one that...

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Visa: Americans Keep Traveling Despite Rising Costs
Visa: Americans Keep Traveling Despite Rising Costs
November 28, 2023  |  Travel Payments

Rising costs haven’t stamped out the travel bug for Americans, a new Visa survey shows. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Agoda and Mastercard Strengthen Partnership on Travel Industry B2B Payments
Agoda and Mastercard Strengthen Partnership on Travel Industry B2B Payments
October 30, 2023  |  B2B Payments

Singapore-based digital travel platform Agoda expanded its partnership with Mastercard to enhance B2B payments within the travel and tourism industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Burberry and Richemont Look to Reopened China After 25% Sales Drop
Burberry and Richemont Look to Reopened China After 25% Sales Drop
January 18, 2023  |  Retail

After a COVID-inspired sales drop, luxury brands Burberry and Richemont see hope in China’s reopening. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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