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Visa acceptance platform adds tap to pay on iPhone support
Visa has rolled out a new SDK that allows payment providers and software platforms to enable contactless payments directly on an iPhone, removing the need for dedicated card readers or terminals. The capability lets merchants accept in-person payments through compatible iOS apps, whether they rely on third-party payment providers or build their own solutions in-house. The move lowers the barrier to entry for small and mobile merchants, reinforcing smartphones as full-fledged payment acceptance tools rather than just point-of-sale companions.
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