As merchants look to deepen customer loyalty and bypass payment processing fees, a growing number of brands are launching their own branded consumer wallets and payment solutions
From coffee shops to retailers and online marketplaces, closed-loop digital wallets enable businesses to facilitate transactions directly with consumers while integrating rewards and incentives.
Strengthening its fintech partnerships enables American Express to expand the reach of Amex cards via its Agile Partnership Platform.
Amex places a strong emphasis on the payment solutions that potential partners bring to the table, seeking offerings that are not only novel but also rooted in delivering tangible value to customers, regardless of whether they operate in the B2B or B2C space.
Klarna is the latest player in the US market to introduce a new card offering and open its waitlist to American consumers.
Klarna's credit card has the potential to find a stronger appeal among Millennials and Gen Z, who happen to constitute the largest segments within Klarna's US customer base.
Healthcare SMBs are increasingly turning to RTP payments for A2A transfers, surpassing credit cards and checks in usage over the past year.
As healthcare provider businesses increasingly integrate instant payments, two notable factors stand out that shape the adoption and usage of real-time payment rails across this sector.