JCB
JCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 39 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 140 million cardmembers.
JCB now available in Google Play of Hong Kong and 4 SEA markets
JCB now available in Google Play of Hong Kong and 4 SEA markets
JCB said it will continue to provide its cardmembers expanded accessibility.
JCB expands card acceptance in UK
Over 110,000 UK-based merchants in the hospitality sector can now accept JCB cards.
JCB expands contactless payment services to New Jersey public transportation
The service will be available on contactless bus and light rail validators.
JCB expands payment options for UK travel application
This ensures a seamless application process for its 158 million cardholders globally.
JCB, AEON, and Biznet launch co-branded credit card
The credit card will offer exclusive discounts and cashback.
JCB enables Google Pay payments via contactless terminals
Customers can now add their credit/debit JCB card to Google Pay.
Taishin Bank and JCB launch card offering 3.8% rewards rate
JCB is offering a 5% rewards rate for all spending in Japan and in South Korea.
JCB and Mandai Wildlife Group offer 50% discount to cardholders
The ticket covers three parks, including Singapore Zoo.
Mobile tap payments produces least carbon emissions vs cash and ATMs: study
ATMs make up a bulk of carbon emissions, at 7.14g CO2e per transaction.
JCB offers 10% cashback to Skyliner ticket
Members with a JCB card issued outside of Japan can avail of the cashback.
Maybank Singapore merchant terminals now accept JCB cards
JCB cards have over 156 million cardmembers worldwide.
JCB contactless payments now available in the UK
In 2024, JCB plans to enable contactless payments in the remaining 80% of UK Worldpay terminals.
JCB pilots central bank digital currency payment solution
The pilot aims to enable transfer of CBDC offline, and without the need to change POS terminals.
Japan’s JCB boosts card acceptance in France with FrenchSys partnership
French acquirers need to perform less certification before they can accept JCB cards.
JCB unveils special Hokkaido shopping offers for foreign cardmembers
JCB cardmembers with plastics issued outside Japan will enjoy special shopping offers.
JCB, Indonesia’s BNI launch credit card with focus on dining
Cardholders will get a $974 cashback if they spend $9,750 across a certain period.
Hong Leong Bank, JCB, Soft Space drive JCB card use in Malaysia
Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara has begun accepting JCB card payments.
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