Dubai, United Arab Emirates–(Newsfile Corp. – November 30, 2024) – Tap Payments, one of the leading payment institutions and technology providers in the Middle East and North Africa, has partnered with Mastercard to launch the world’s first Click to Pay with Payment Passkey service, marking a breakthrough in secure online shopping globally. Maria-Parpou,-Executive-Vice-President,-Mastercard-Gateway,-and-Ali-Abulhasan,-Co-Founder-&-CEO-Tap-Payments To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/9716/230289_0c2d20dfc4732807_001full.jpg Payment Passkeys transform the online shopping experience, eliminating cumbersome One-Time-Passwords (OTPs) in favor of simple biometric authentication like fingerprints or facial scans. This innovation, launched on Mastercard’s Payment Gateway by Tap Payments, makes transactions both faster and more fraud-resistant. Global consumer demand is clear: Mastercard research reveals 90% of consumers prefer biometric security over traditional passwords. The new service combines Click to Pay’s secure tokenization with biometric verification, creating a fortress around consumer data. Returning shoppers are automatically recognized through their device or email, streamlining the checkout process while maintaining top-tier security. “At Tap Payments, we are committed to providing our customers unparalleled payment experiences. We believe that every digital transaction is a moment of trust between merchants and shoppers, which is why we continue to implement robust security measures. Our latest collaboration with Mastercard is pushing the boundaries of innovation in eCommerce, making online payments easier, faster and more secure than ever,” said Ali Abulhasan, Co-Founder & CEO Tap Payments. “Our partnership with Tap Payments introduces a new standard in secure, seamless online transactions. By integrating Click to Pay with Payment Passkey, Mastercard is elevating the eCommerce experience, ensuring shoppers can transact confidently with ease, supported by technology that prioritizes both security and convenience,” said Maria Parpou, Executive Vice President, Mastercard Gateway. Initially launching in the UAE, this pioneering service will expand across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, reinforcing MENA’s position as an emerging fintech hub. The technology unites industry standards from EMVCo, World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), and FIDO Alliance to create a comprehensive secure payment ecosystem. About Tap Payments Tap Payments is transforming digital payments across the MENA region, providing businesses with simple, secure, and unified payment products. Serving over 100,000 businesses, Tap continues to grow rapidly, helping companies scale in the digital economy. Tap Payments communications contact: m.oleary@tap.company About Mastercard Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. www.mastercard.com To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/230289 #distroAG Formella joins 51 others warning phone companies to stop robocalls to residents
NoneLosses for big technology stocks pulled major indexes lower on Wall Street. The S&P 500 fell 0.4% Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.3% from its record high a day earlier, and the Nasdaq composite lost 0.6%. Losses for Nvidia, Microsoft and Broadcom were the biggest weights on the market. Dell sank 12.2% after reporting revenue that fell shy of forecasts, and HP dropped 11.4% after giving a weaker-than-expected outlook. Treasury yields fell in the bond market. U.S. financial markets will be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving, and will reopen for a half day on Friday. On Wednesday: The S&P 500 fell 22.89 points, or 0.4%, to 5,998.74. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 138.25 points, or 0.3%, to 44,722.06. The Nasdaq composite fell 115.10 points, or 0.6%, to 19,060.48. The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 1.88 points, or 0.1%, to 2,426.19. For the week: The S&P 500 is up 29.40 points, or 0.5%. The Dow is up 425.55 points, or 1%. The Nasdaq is up 56.83 points, or 0.3%. The Russell 2000 is up 19.52 points, or 0.8%. For the year: The S&P 500 is up 1,228.91 points, or 25.8%. The Dow is up 7,032.52 points, or 18.7%. The Nasdaq is up 4,449.12 points, or 27%. The Russell 2000 is up 399.12 points, or 19.7%.
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