News: fintech

Peru QR Payment Standard: BCRP Sets One Format for Wallet Apps
Peru's central bank set one standard for payment QR codes, with a public register, payer checks and a 2028 cutoff.

Hong Kong's FPS to Link With UnionPay for QR Payments Abroad
Hong Kong's FPS will connect to UnionPay by end-2026, letting users scan QR codes at merchants in 40+ markets.

Klarna Consumer FX: Pay Foreign Klarna Shops in Your Own Currency
Klarna now converts foreign-store prices into your own currency. The final rate is set at capture.

Splitit World Mastercard Plans Automatic Installments
A planned bank-branded card that splits purchases above a threshold you set into monthly payments.

Samsung Wallet USDC Transfers Planned for Late October
Eligible U.S. Galaxy users will get wallet and bank transfer routes, with different fees and requirements.

Reap and Visa Plan Stablecoin Card Programs in More Than 100 Markets
The partnership plans wider stablecoin card infrastructure; individual launches still depend on local programs.

Wise Launches Its Account and Card in Thailand
Wise's September 22 Thai launch adds multi-currency balances, card spending and supported QR payments.
