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 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.

JCB cards now serviceable through EazyPay in Bahrain

JCB card holders can now be used through the Bahrain-based service provider.

Vietnam’s BIDV, JCB International launch credit card

Customers can enjoy up to a 20% cashback on select transactions.