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The landscape of cashless payments in Singapore is fiercely competitive. For businesses in retail, F&B, and hospitality, the key to growth lies in catering to every customer’s preference, especially high-value international tourists. While local mobile payments are common, a massive opportunity exists within China's dominant social commerce ecosystem, powered by WeChat Pay. This is far more than another mobile wallet; it is a direct channel to a colossal market. In the first

Touch ’n Go eWallet has become one of Malaysia’s most dominant digital payment platforms, with over 20 million active users and wide adoption across transport, retail, and dining. As cross-border travel between Singapore and Malaysia rebounds, accepting Touch ’n Go payments has turned from a nice-to-have into a strategic advantage for merchants operating near tourist districts or serving Malaysian visitors. For Singapore businesses, particularly in F&B, retail, and hospitalit

Alipay has become one of Asia’s most influential digital wallets, transforming how millions of consumers pay, travel, and shop. For Singapore merchants, it serves as a direct link to one of the world’s highest-spending customer groups: Chinese travellers. According to the Singapore Tourism Board, visitors from China generated over S$3 billion in tourism receipts in 2023, a figure expected to climb further as travel continues to recover. Through Alipay+, merchants in Singapore

Google Pay has become a pivotal player in Singapore's digital payments landscape, offering consumers a swift, secure way to complete transactions using their Android devices. As mobile wallet adoption continues to accelerate across Southeast Asia, Google Pay stands out for its seamless integration with Android phones and wearables, combined with robust encryption technology that protects user data at every transaction point. With Android devices representing over 55% of the s

ShopBack Pay is one of Singapore’s fastest-growing payment options, extending the reach of the popular cashback and rewards ecosystem that over 2.5 million Singaporeans already use. Built into the ShopBack app, the payment feature lets users pay in-store and online while earning instant cashback, turning every purchase into a loyalty-building interaction. For merchants, this presents a distinct opportunity. Accepting ShopBack Pay means tapping into a ready base of high-intent

ShopeePay has evolved from an in-app wallet into one of Singapore’s most widely used digital payment options. In 2024, digital wallets accounted for 39% of all e-commerce transaction value  and 29% of in-store POS payments , reflecting a major shift in how Singaporeans pay both online and offline. With over 210,000 merchants  supporting SGQR nationwide, ShopeePay has become a familiar and trusted option for local consumers. What began as a payment method for Shopee’s online m

As one of the world’s leading digital wallets, Apple Pay combines convenience, strong encryption, and seamless integration with the iPhone ecosystem. With more than  60% of iPhone users in Singapore already using mobile wallets , Apple Pay has become a default choice for contactless and online transactions. Globally, Apple Pay processed an estimated  USD 7.6 trillion in payments in 2024, according to industry reports, reflecting its dominance in digital commerce. In Singapore

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With Tap to Pay on iPhone, we now accept physical credit and debit cards as well as Apple Pay and other digital wallets. Right on our iPhone. Simply hold your card horizontally over the contactless symbol on our iPhone for a few seconds, and you're done. It's easy, secure and private.

GrabPay has become one of the most recognised digital payment methods in Singapore, driving the nation’s shift toward a fully cashless economy. Operating as part of the Grab super-app ecosystem, GrabPay enables consumers to pay instantly via QR code or mobile wallet while allowing merchants to enjoy fast, secure, and traceable transactions. Today, GrabPay works with over 600,000 merchants across Southeast Asia , making it one of the region’s largest digital-wallet networks. I

Launched and promoted by Singapore banks under the guidance of the Monetary Authority of Singapore in 2017, PayNow enables real-time bank-to-bank transfers using a mobile number, NRIC, or corporate UEN. For merchants, this changes accepting digital payments. Rather than waiting for card settlements or reconciling multiple payment channels, merchants can receive funds almost instantly and reduce the time and cost associated with daily till management. According to the Moneta

As the world's largest card network by transaction volume, processing 222 billion transactions worth $17.9 trillion in 2023, UnionPay dominates card issuance across China and increasingly throughout Southeast Asia. For Singapore merchants, this scale translates into direct access to Chinese tourists who contributed $3.4 billion to Singapore's tourism receipts in 2024, with 3.6 million Chinese visitor arrivals representing one of Singapore's top three source markets. Unlike Vi

Mastercard sits at the core of Singapore’s cashless transformation. As one of the world’s largest payment networks, it processes more than 100 billion transactions annually  across cards and digital wallets. For merchants in retail, F&B, and service sectors, accepting Mastercard is not optional; it is essential for offering convenience, trust, and speed at checkout. When integrated through Debia’s unified payment gateway , Mastercard acceptance becomes seamless across in-stor

Learn about the inner workings of Visa payments and the merchant advantage from accepting Visa today!

We've all been there. You're ready to pay, and suddenly realize: no wallet, no cards, no way to complete your purchase. That awkward moment at the counter? Actor Shaun Chen knows it well, and he's lived it in our latest video. Watch What Happens When Payment Options Actually Matter Shaun and his friend stop for coffee, but they've left their wallets behind. The café accepts cards and contactless payments, but Shaun doesn't have cards linked to his phone. What should've been a

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