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Apple launch new contactless payment method in Australia

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

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023

Digital Transformation

Advantages of using true Account-based Ticketing (ABT)

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

By Simon McLevie • 3 min read • Mon, 15th May 2023

Semiconductors

Near Field Communication to reach US$46 billion by 2027

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.

By Gaurav Sharma • 7 min read • Thu, 5th Jan 2023

Marketing Technologies

How COVID-19 has accelerated the progress of innovative payment solutions

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

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Dec 2021

Marketing Technologies

Mastercard evolves contactless technology for quantum world

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2021

Marketing Technologies

Mastercard ups the digital payments game with latest launch

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Jan 2021

Virtualisation

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Veeam?

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

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2020

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Data Analytics

The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia

Australia's fintech sector, powered by innovation, technology, and government backing, has surged from AUD $250 million in 2015 to AUD $45 billion in 2023.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Biometrics

Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance

The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024

Unified Communications

Virgin Media O2's 4G & 5G upgrades to boost rural connectivity

Virgin Media O2 improves 4G and 5G coverage in rural Britain, aiming to boost local economy this festive season.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023

Marketing Technologies

Square introduces Tap to Pay for iPhones in Australia

Square launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Australia, allowing sellers to accept contactless payments without additional hardware or cost.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2023

Fintech

Adyen goes live with Tap to Pay on iPhone in Australia

Adyen, the global financial technology platform, has brought Tap to Pay on iPhone to Australian retailer customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023

Customer Experience

Global Payments and Visa launch mobile tap in Singapore

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

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2023

Marketing Technologies

Retail's shift: Contactless payment's post-pandemic impact

The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of contactless payment methods, reshaping retail and supporting larger consumer trends.

By Amber Skinner-Jozefson • 5 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2023

Marketing Technologies

Can software development be too Agile in an evolving industry?

The pace of innovation in meeting customer demand and the shifting economic environment presents a challenge when developing payment technologies.

By Louis Joubert • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Mar 2023

Fintech

Open banking, payments and a new era for customer loyalty

Open Banking has matured into an innovative payments solution enabling merchants to drive conversion, reward loyalty and improve the customer experience.

By Brad Goodall • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Feb 2023