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UK Regulator Proposes Easier Access for Apple Pay Rivals

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has proposed changes intended to make it easier and cheaper to launch alternatives to Apple Pay on the iPhone. The consultation runs until November 17, 2026, after which the regulator will decide on the rules.

  • The CMA proposed broader iPhone NFC access for Apple Pay competitors.
  • The regulator wants Apple to support HCE without requiring the Secure Element.
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How Iranians move money abroad despite US sanctions

Restricted access to international banking is pushing Iranians toward currency brokers, private arrangements and cryptocurrency for overseas payments. The alternatives carry risks including fraud, delays, extra costs and possible sanctions.

  • Iranians use currency brokers, private arrangements and cryptocurrency to move money abroad.
  • The US sanctioned the crypto exchanges Nobitex, Wallex, Bitpin and Ramzinex.
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Boston’s MBTA tests a CharlieCard with Apple Wallet support for iPhone and Apple Watch

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is testing a new CharlieCard that works with Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch. The trial is limited to people who signed up in 2024, while a public release is planned for a later date.

  • MBTA is testing a CharlieCard for Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch.
  • Only users who signed up in 2024 can take part in the trial.
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Talus and Samsung launch ReadyPoint all-in-one mPOS for Galaxy devices

Talus has launched ReadyPoint, a mobile point-of-sale platform for Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The system combines payments, business operations, inventory, customer engagement and insights, with Ingenico providing part of its Tap-to-Pay technology.

  • Talus has launched ReadyPoint to turn Samsung Galaxy devices into mobile POS systems.
  • The platform combines payments, operations, inventory, customer engagement and business insights.
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