AliPay
Alipay is a third-party mobile and online payment platform, established in Hangzhou. It;s parent company is Ant Financial, founded by Chinese billionaire Jack Ma.
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Mobile payments by tourists in China rise sixfold
The number of international tourists using mobile payment services quadrupled.
Mobile payments by tourists in China rise sixfold
The number of international tourists using mobile payment services quadrupled.
APAC boasts highest digital wallet spending in the world
China, Japan, and Singapore are frontrunners in digital wallet adoption.
Alipay+ payments now available in European taxi app FREENOW
Tourists from China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia can use their local e-wallet to pay.
Alipay+ and GHL enable cross-border payments in the Philippines
Mobile wallets include AlipayHK, KakaoPay, Touch ‘n Go, and Alipay.
Alipay+ enables QR payments in Mongolia for 12 foreign e-wallets
The e-wallets are from SEA, East Asia, and Italy.
Ant Group, Mastercard launch International Consumer Friendly Zones program in Shanghai
It will improve the travel experience for global visitors and boost local businesses in China.
Alipay+ and Thai tourism body launch D-Hub program for Chinese tourists
Over 2.35 million Chinese tourists visited Thailand in January to April 2024.
Alipay+ expands to Nepal thru Nepal Clearing House partnership
Ten mobile wallets and bank apps can now pay using NEPALPAY QR.
Alipay’s labor day outbound travel transactions up 77% in 2024
East Asia and Southeast Asia were the most preferred destinations.
Alipay+ enables 14 foreign e-wallets to pay in Hong Kong
About 90% of HK merchants now accept payments using foreign e-wallets.
Alipay+ inks deal with Jeju tourism org for exclusive offers to foreign visitors
Foreign visitors can enjoy up to 50% discounts from ZeroPay merchants.
Ant International to build Malaysia digital business centre and is hiring 500 roles
The centre is expected to move in at The Exchange 106 by 2025.
Ant Group seeks to boost foreign payment accessibility in China
The group plans to expand bilingual support, amongst other enhancements.
AlipayHK users benefit from Blue Cross travel insurance promotion
Travellers can purchase a five-day travel insurance plan for HK$1.
Ant Group raises transaction limits in China for foreign users
Ten partner wallets can now enjoy the increased limits.
Alipay+ enables usage of 6 international e-wallets in Singapore
Its merchants can now accept payments from up to 12 overseas e-wallets.
Alipay+ unveils campaigns, promos for Chinese New Year
These include special voucher bundles of up to 90% off.
Commentary
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