Through this agreement, Blackhawk’s retailers will be able to connect with Alipay users traveling in the US by accepting in-store payment via Alipay.
Blackhawk’s solution leverages in-store QR codes to access Blackhawk’s proprietary platform which then enables instant issuance of a retailer’s branded stored-value egift. In addition to mobile and online payments and money transfers, Alipay users can get local recommendations, find promotions, book a hotel, buy movie tickets or even make doctors’ appointments directly within the app.
According to Ant Financial Proprietary Research, approximately 4 million Chinese tourists visit North America every year, many travelers being Alipay consumers already.
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