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Mastercard experienced a significant payment disruption across Australia, affecting thousands of customers' card transactions, Apple Pay services, and ATM withdrawals, prompting banks to advise alternative payment methods.
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office calls for accelerated regional integration in artificial intelligence, energy infrastructure and digital payments to limit dependence on the US dollar as AI reshapes global commerce.
PayPal has rejected a $53 billion takeover bid from Stripe and Advent International, marking a dramatic fall for the company that once pioneered digital payments and reached a $360 billion valuation in 2021.
Alipay+ transaction volumes in Malaysia nearly doubled to RM824 million in 2025, driven by surging Chinese tourist spending and the DuitNow QR integration launched by PayNet and Alipay+.
The European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly to introduce a digital euro, moving forward with plans to create a state-backed electronic currency alternative to American payment platforms dominating European markets.