Dash, the mobile payments app of Singaporean telecom operator Singtel, has tapped Visa and Apple Pay to support international payments.
Under the partnership, Dash users can use their Visa Virtual Account for online transactions. Furthermore it can be used at merchant points across the globe accepting Visa contactless payments.
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Visa country manager for Singapore and Brunei Kunal Chatterjee said: “Mobile contactless payments have been growing steadily. Today, over 70% of all Visa transactions are contactless payments, made either through a physical card or mobile device.
Dash Visa Virtual Account capabilities
“Dash Visa Virtual Account gives all customers, including those without physical credit cards, a safe and secure way to make online or offline payments with our global merchant partners.”
At the same time, the collaboration enables Apple Pay users to make NFC payments globally leveraging Dash.
Dash is said to be the first Singaporean non-bank mobile wallet on Apple’s payment platform.
Singtel head of mcommerce, international group Gilbert Chuah said “This is a game changer for the mobile wallet scene in Singapore especially with the rising popularity of travel and online shopping among Singaporeans.
“Everyone can simply download Dash regardless of their telco, and enjoy shopping online and in-store at millions of merchants globally – perfect for the festive season.”
