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The credit card is dead, long live the digital wallet
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The credit card is dead, long live the digital wallet

MasterCard and Visa signal a shift in strategy, moving towards mobile payments and the beginning of the post-card era.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Feb 2013
From Auckland to the world: Mako Networks' global ambition
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From Auckland to the world: Mako Networks' global ambition

A billion-dollar global opportunity is driving Mako Networks' rapid expansion, as PCI DSS compliance becomes crucial for millions of merchants worldwide.

By Donovan Jackson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2012
Australia becoming cashless society says MasterCard
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Australia becoming cashless society says MasterCard

MasterCard study shows Australia edging towards a cash-free future, with young, affluent men leading the mobile payment charge.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jun 2012
Google working on Android mobile wallet
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Google working on Android mobile wallet

The internet giant is reported to be working with Mastercard to create a system that turns Android phones into electronic wallets.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 28th Mar 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Cashless Kiwis embrace digital wallets
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Cashless Kiwis embrace digital wallets

New Zealanders continue to move away from cash towards using electronic cards and internet banking, as the digital wallet replaces conventional payment methods.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2013
Kiwis shop smart…with their mobiles
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Kiwis shop smart…with their mobiles

When it comes to mobile shopping and making payments from their mobile, Kiwis are amongst the best in the world.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2013
PayPass 'Tap Go' galvanises Kiwi retailers
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PayPass 'Tap Go' galvanises Kiwi retailers

Kiwi shoppers embrace 'Tap and Go' as popular retailers roll out MasterCard's PayPass ahead of Christmas, promising swift transactions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Dec 2012
Are Kiwis heading for a cashless society?
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Are Kiwis heading for a cashless society?

New Zealand is on track to becoming a cashless society after MasterCard revealed a strong willingness amongst Kiwis to adopt mobile payment methods.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Aug 2012
MasterCard brings NFC to New Zealand
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MasterCard brings NFC to New Zealand

MasterCard and ANZ bank are trialling NFC technology in New Zealand, enabling mobile payments up to NZD $80 using PayPass stickers or microSD cards.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 13th Jun 2011
Update: Google Wallet another sign that NFC is close
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Update: Google Wallet another sign that NFC is close

Google Wallet, Google's new NFC-based payment system in partnership with MasterCard, signals the imminent rise of NFC technology in everyday transactions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th May 2011