A mobile payment and digital wallet service by Apple Inc. that allows users to make payments using their devices.
Paga enters US market, seeking a piece of the $21 billion Nigerian remittance pie
Paga Group has expanded its operations to the United States. The company is targeting the Nigerian-American community, which exceeds 3 million people.
Trends Shaping Mobile Payments in Africa
Mobile digital payments have shifted from convenience to a core feature of Africa’s financial landscape. Contactless payments now account for over half of all card transactions in urban centers in South Africa.
“Zap is not a remittance app,” Paystack explains
Paystack launched Zap, a consumer product designed for rapid and secure bank transfers. There was confusion regarding Zap's functionality, with some suggesting it required an IMTO license.
Binance adds Apple Pay and Google Pay options through Worldpay partnership
Binance rolled out a major upgrade by integrating Apple Pay and Google Pay to enhance its fiat-to-crypto experience. The integration aims to simplify crypto onboarding during a time when the market has lost $250 billion due to global trade tariffs.
The Vanguard of FinTech: Emerging Payments Shaping the Future
Contactless payments with NFC technology are popularized by services like Apple Pay and Google Pay. The Buy Now, Pay Later model allows consumers to make purchases and defer payment without interest.
