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Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch a Samsung-branded credit card in the United States, in a strategic collaboration with Barclays that will capitalize on Visa’s extensive global payment network. Samsung Eyes U.S. Financial Sphere Samsung is reportedly…
In a remarkable shift towards digital finance, South Korea’s payment card market—encompassing both point-of-sale (POS) payments and ATM withdrawals—is projected to grow by 3.8%, reaching an impressive $1 trillion (KRW1.4 quadrillion) by 2025, as revealed in a…
Hyundai Card Co. Ltd., a pioneer in the South Korean fintech space, is steering its global ambitions with a sharp focus on data science, dedicating over 30% of its annual operating income to enhance its capabilities in this arena. The company is not just…
DCS Card Centre is on the fast track to redefine its role in the financial landscape, transitioning from a traditional card issuer to a comprehensive global payments enabler. This transformation underscores a larger ambition to seamlessly connect the realms…
Banks in Hong Kong are stepping up their game with exciting new offerings like mobile virtual cards and dual-currency payment options. As a reflection of this growing competitiveness, the credit and charge card payments market is projected to expand by 6% to…
As the retail landscape in Asia continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the spotlight shines on innovative marketing strategies and the power of community engagement. Major players in the retail sector are embracing the digital age, maximizing their reach…
It’s 2025 and the Apple Card saga is still unfolding. Last year, reports surfaced that talks between Apple and JPMorgan Chase had picked up, possibly signaling a move away from the current issuer, Goldman Sachs. A new player is joining the mix, while Goldman…
This past summer we told you that global investment banking firm Goldman Sachs, Apple’s partner in the Apple Card, was looking to exit the partnership. At the time, American Express was considered a possible replacement for Goldman Sachs. The Apple Card…
Starting today, you can open an Apple Card Savings account with an annual percentage yield (APY) of 4.15%. We have been hearing rumors about this Apple Card Savings account recently, but now it’s finally official in a blog post on the Apple Newsroom. The main…
The Ministry of Information and Communications has announced that it will suspend network providers found distributing pre-activated SIM cards or cards registered under incorrect personal info. The providers need to publish a list of authorized salespoints on…
Titan Hunters, a non-fungible token game developed in Vietnam, is currently the 21st most downloaded adventure game on iOS in Japan. It has been downloaded over 100,000 times on Android devices. It has also gained social media attention and was among the top…
Starbucks has been the subject of growing speculation as a number of Korean banks express their concerns over the US coffeehouse chain’s potential move into the competitive financial services industry. The global chain itself has not announced its plans to…
Apple has now set up a new way of promoting its services to Apple Card owners in the US. The company has now started giving users promotions of services in the Wallet app, in a special section of the app with special offers. The new feature was spotted by…
Samsung and Mastercard have partnered up to develop a fingerprint-authenticated payment card. Yes, we’re talking about an actual, physical card with a built-in fingerprint scanner. This innovation will increase the security of contactless payments and give…
Apple has placed restrictions on bulk purchases of its iPhones in some Asian territories after the coronavirus outbreak caused interruptions to supply. Customers in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore are limited to buying two devices of the same…
Despite the dominance of cash, card payments volume in Hong Kong is expected to surpass one billion in 2020, says GlobalData. The convenience of electronic payments, robust payment infrastructure and the emergence of contactless payments are expected to drive…
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