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IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I to launch biometric cards globally

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

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Oslo, Norway – 26 October 2023 – IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I, a global smart card and technology platform company in South Korea, to deploy biometric payment cards across both recycled PVC and metal cards, for their bank clients world-wide.

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Oslo, Norway – 26 October 2023 – IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I, a global smart card and technology platform company in South Korea, to deploy biometric payment cards across both recycled PVC and metal cards, for their bank clients world-wide.
KONA I holds a vast number of certifications, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB and American Express, and serves banks and issuers globally.
The company provides a range of innovative smart card products including metal cards and other special material cards.
"Our collaboration with IDEX Biometrics and the global introduction of biometric cards represent a compelling opportunity as we build out our industry-leading biometric card product line.

Saudi Tourism Authority and JCB sign a MoU to boost tourism in Saudi among global JCB cardmembers

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

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RIYADH & TOKYO, Oct 18, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and JCB International Co., Ltd. (JCB) have reached a historic agreement aimed at boosting tourism in Saudi among JCB cardmembers globally.

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RIYADH & TOKYO, Oct 18, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) and JCB International Co., Ltd. (JCB) have reached a historic agreement aimed at boosting tourism in Saudi among JCB cardmembers globally.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 15 October 2023 and signifies a significant milestone in collaboration between the two entities.
Alhasan Aldabbagh, President of Asia Pacific Markets at Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), said: "We are thrilled to partner with JCB International, a global leader in payment and technology.
This partnership signifies an important step in enhancing tourism, facilitating travel, and fostering greater cultural exchange between Saudi and Japan.

United Kingdom Compact Construction Equipment Market Assessment & Forecast Report 2023-2029: Affordable Housing Initiatives and Investment in National Healthcare Plan to Spur Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

The "UK Compact Construction Equipment Market - Strategic Assessment & Forecast 2023-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "UK Compact Construction Equipment Market - Strategic Assessment & Forecast 2023-2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
This growth in the logistics and e-commerce sectors is expected to have a positive impact on the demand for compact forklifts within the U.K. compact construction equipment market.
Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo CE, and JCB are among the top revenue generators in the U.K. compact construction equipment market.
Compact Construction Equipment Market Growth
The government introduced an affordable housing delivery plan for 2022-2025 in Bristol City in 2021.

JCB launches a special offer program in Hokkaido for inbound tourist to Japan

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

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During this period, JCB cardmembers will find great discounts and gift offers at selected merchants in Hokkaido.
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- JCB International Co., Ltd. organizes "The heart of HOKKAIDO" program which provides special offers and discounts at shops and restaurants located in the hub of tourism in Hokkaido and promotes the program via the own media and advertisements, as well as the JTB's program to invite more JCB cardmembers to Hokkaido.
As a Japanese brand with a spirit of hospitality, JCB offers services to enrich the travel experience of JCB cardmembers.
Visit "JCB Global", the official YouTube channel, and the "JCB Special Offers" website (*) for information on beneficial promotions and convenient services in multiple languages.

JCB and BNI Launch the BNI JCB Ultimate Card

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

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(BNI) launched the latest credit card, BNI JCB Ultimate.

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(BNI) launched the latest credit card, BNI JCB Ultimate.
The BNI JCB Ultimate Card is targeted at the super-premium segment and focuses on dining transactions.
It will be extremely beneficial for Japanese premium dining enthusiasts and food lovers in general to frequently use the BNI JCB Ultimate Card for transactions.
The koi fish on the card symbolises good luck, success, and prosperity, which are BNI's hope for BNI JCB Ultimate cardholders.

JCB and PAYONE Unlock JCB Contactless and J/Secure(TM) Acceptance across Germany and Austria

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

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The next phase of this partnership is focused on providing JCB's over 154 million cardmembers and PAYONE's merchant partners across Germany and Austria with greater convenience in both in-store contactless and ecommerce transactions - with JCB Contactless and J/Secure(TM) enablement.

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The next phase of this partnership is focused on providing JCB's over 154 million cardmembers and PAYONE's merchant partners across Germany and Austria with greater convenience in both in-store contactless and ecommerce transactions - with JCB Contactless and J/Secure(TM) enablement.
At the core of both JCB Contactless and J/Secure lies simplicity and security.
Ottmar Bloching, CEO PAYONE, added: "Contactless payments and online shopping have developed rapidly in recent years - especially during the pandemic.
With this, PAYONE and JCB underline their growth ambitions in the important European markets of Germany and Austria."

JCB launches JCB Minions Collaboration Credit Card in partnership with Bank of Beijing and Universal Pictures

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Friday, August 25, 2023

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TOKYO & BEIJING, Aug 25, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand (collectively "JCB"), Bank of Beijing, one of China's largest commercial banks, and Universal Pictures (Shanghai) Trading Company Limited ("Universal") announce the launch of the JCB Minions Collaboration Credit Card ("JCB Minions Card"), featuring Universal's popular characters, the Minions, on the card face[1].

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TOKYO & BEIJING, Aug 25, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations subsidiary of JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's only international payment brand (collectively "JCB"), Bank of Beijing, one of China's largest commercial banks, and Universal Pictures (Shanghai) Trading Company Limited ("Universal") announce the launch of the JCB Minions Collaboration Credit Card ("JCB Minions Card"), featuring Universal's popular characters, the Minions, on the card face[1].
The Minions are popular characters in China, especially among young people and those in their thirties.
The JCB Minions Card is the result of a collaboration between Beijing Bank, who wants to issue products targeted at that segment, and JCB, who wants to further expand its card issuing business in China.
JCB has been cooperating with Bank of Beijing in the credit card issuance business since 2022, and with the issuance of the JCB Minions Card, the bank becomes the 11th issuer of JCB-branded cards in China.

International Card Networks Partner With Alipay in Major China Drive on the 30-Day Countdown to the Asian Games

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

International card networks, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB, and Discover® Global Network, are launching a major campaign with Alipay, the leading digital payment and lifestyle service platform in China, to further enhance international visitors’ mobile payment and travel experience in the country on the 30-day countdown to the Asian Games.

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International card networks, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB, and Discover® Global Network, are launching a major campaign with Alipay, the leading digital payment and lifestyle service platform in China, to further enhance international visitors’ mobile payment and travel experience in the country on the 30-day countdown to the Asian Games.
Since 2022, Alipay has partnered with international card networks to further upgrade its payment service for international travelers.
Recently, the Alipay app also updated travel services for international travelers to China.
“We are excited to partner with card networks, other institutions and merchants on supporting the Asian Games.

JCB launches new whitepaper providing insights for European merchants to capitalise on the rise of e-commerce spend by Asian online shoppers

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

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The Asian market, in particular, has seen remarkable growth, with Southeast Asia alone accounting for five of the world's ten fastest-growing e-commerce markets[3].

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The Asian market, in particular, has seen remarkable growth, with Southeast Asia alone accounting for five of the world's ten fastest-growing e-commerce markets[3].
However, there is potential for even greater growth by tackling the perennial challenge of cart abandonment in the e-commerce space.
Doing so presents various benefits for merchants, such as increasing sales turnover, higher conversion rates, improved customer experience, and customer loyalty.
Nick Fisher, General Manager, Sales & Marketing, JCB International (Europe) Ltd., said: "Cart abandonment is a pressing challenge that online merchants face as more players emerge.

JCB donates to wildfire recovery efforts in Hawaii

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

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TOKYO, Aug 23, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's international payment brand, will donate 70 thousand USD to support the recovery of Maui, Hawaii, which was severely damaged by the recent fires.

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TOKYO, Aug 23, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - JCB Co., Ltd., Japan's international payment brand, will donate 70 thousand USD to support the recovery of Maui, Hawaii, which was severely damaged by the recent fires.
JCB will consult with the Hawaii Tourism Authority to determine the recipients of the donation.
Our prayers go out to the residents of Maui for a speedy recovery," said Takayoshi Futae, President & Chief Executive Officer, JCB Co., Ltd.
In addition, JCB's social activities include working with Malama Hawai'i, the Hawaii Tourism Authority's responsible tourism initiative, and sponsoring the Honolulu Museum of Art.