UAE: Astra Tech, Ant Group to launch digital payments solution aimed at tourists, visitors,In a move aimed at enhancing convenience for tourists and visitors, Astra Tech and Ant Group have announced the launch of a digital payments solution in the UAE. The partnership is set to provide a seamless and secure payment experience for international tourists and visitors.
With this new digital payments solution, tourists and visitors can easily make payments using their smartphones or other digital devices, eliminating the need to carry cash or deal with currency exchanges. The solution will be available across various merchants, including retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and tourist attractions.
The collaboration between Astra Tech and Ant Group combines cutting-edge technology with extensive local knowledge and expertise. Ant Group, known for its popular mobile payment platform Alipay, will provide the digital wallet and payment infrastructure for the solution. Astra Tech, on the other hand, will contribute its local expertise and network to ensure the smooth integration of the solution within the UAE market.
This digital payments solution aims to offer a range of benefits for tourists and visitors. It will enable them to make quick and convenient payments in both physical and online stores, reducing the hassle of carrying cash or dealing with foreign currencies. The solution will also provide a secure and efficient payment experience, leveraging advanced encryption and authentication technologies.
In addition to benefiting tourists and visitors, this collaboration is expected to contribute to the UAE’s economy by boosting tourism and increasing spending by international travelers. The availability of a seamless digital payments solution aligns with the UAE’s vision of becoming a leading tourism and technology hub.
The launch of this digital payments solution by Astra Tech and Ant Group demonstrates the growing trend of digitization in the payments industry. By leveraging technology and innovation, the partnership aims to cater to the evolving needs of tourists and visitors and enhance their experience in the UAE.