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 contactless payments now available in the UK
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.
JCB reduces GHG emissions by 54.4% in 2022
It also shared the initiatives which took place last year.
Foreign JCB cardholders offered Tokyo Tower discounts
They can avail a 30% discount on the admission fee until 30 April 2024.
EastWest Bank, JCB launch credit card in the Philippines
Customers can access several rewards and year-round promotions.
CIMB Niaga, JCB launch contactless credit card In Indonesia
Transactions below $70 (IDR1m) do not require customers to enter a pin.
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