Google has today announced how it intends to get consumers to pay for goods and services using their mobile phones, with the trial launch of Google Wallet.
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Google To Launch “Virtual Wallet”
There are several reports that Google will be launching its “Virtual Wallet” mobile payments system on Android phones this week.
Starbucks Launching Contactless Card Trial
Coffee chain Starbucks is the latest big outlet planning to trial contactless payments, following fast food giant McDonalds’ first steps into the technology.
Could Angry Birds Finally Make NFC Fly?
Nokia has announced an exclusive deal with Angry Birds, one of the most popular games on the iPhone and Android mobile platforms. Could it help push NFC into the mainstream?
Infographic: Are Users Ready For Mobile Payments?
A look into m-Commerce, m-Ticketing and m-Coupons.
Square Responds To Verifone Security “Concerns”
Following yesterday’s public warning about the security of Square’s card reader by Verifone, Square have posted a rather understated response on their website.
Verifone: Square “Cutting Corners” On Card Security
Payment processor Verifone has issued a very public warning about the security of competitor Square’s card reader, stating that it could be used for credit card skimming.
Square Drops Transaction Fees
Today credit-card-payment-on-your-mobile-phone company Square has announced that it is removing its 15 cent per-transaction fee and just levying a flat 2.75% rate on all transactions, on what it calls a “simple revolution”.
Brits “Uncomfortable” With Mobile Payments
Earlier this week the results of some new research was released which concluded that more than half of Brits are uncomfortable with the idea of completing contactless payments with their mobile phones.
PayPal Launches Micropayment Solution
In the last few days PayPal has launched its new micropayment solution, allowing digital content publishers to charge for and consumers a new way to pay for digital goods.