This collection of innovative apps, cards, POS systems and examples of wearable technology are an indication that contactless payment solutions will only continue to become more prevalent in the future. Moving beyond retail applications, contactless payment systems are being offered in a range of unexpected places, including the guitars of street musicians, photo booths and even the saddles of donkeys giving rides on the beach.
While biometric payments are also rising in popularity, they are converging with contactless payment systems for totally touchless experiences. Rather than requiring physical contact to read a palm or fingerprint, Uniqul and 100% Genuine Imported Foods Chain Stores are using scanners to detect the unique blood vessel networks in human bodies, getting rid of the need for cards and wearable payment systems entirely.
20 Contactless Payment Solutions
From Wearable Banking Wristbands to Biometric Store Payments:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 6, 2015 — Business
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Wearable Banking Apps
Wallaby's Mobile Wallet App is Developed For the Samsung Gear 2 Smartwatch
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Swatch Access
Charge and Ride
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Wearable Wrist Payments
Barclaycard's Contactless Payment bPay Bands Will Reduce Cash Transactions
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Credit Card Timepieces
LAKS Watch2Pay System Allows for Contactless Payments
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Contactless Donation Shops
This Interactive Display Window Collects Contactless Payment Donations
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USB Credit Card
Korea's Shinhan Card
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Wearable Banking Wristbands
The CaixaBank Contactless Payment System is a Spanish Alternative
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Budget-Saving Bracelets
The Debitband Concept Payment System is a Physical Fiscal Reminder
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Contactless Payment Saddles
People Can Use Contactless Payments for Donkey Rides at this UK Beach
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Contactless POS Systems
Proxama's Units Offer Solutions for NFC Marketing & Loyalty Platforms
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Palm Print-Scanning ATMs
The New Chase Bank Electronic Banking Kiosks Could Use Biometric Scanning
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Contactless Payment Photobooths
Zeven Media's Mobile Photo Booth Uses a Touchless Payment System
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Contactless Payment Cards
The Reloadable Sweep Card Makes Effortless Touch-Free Payments
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Wearable Coffee Payments
Wearbucks is a Wearable Way to Pay for Coffee at Starbucks
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Biometric Store Payments
This Chinese Grocery Store Features a Unique 'Face Pay' System
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Handheld Donation Devices
This Charity Donation Platform Lets Commuters Give Leftover Credit
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Credit Watch
World's First Wristwatch with Built-in Credit Card
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Biometric Buying Systems
This New Payment System Lets You Buy Things with Your Face
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Pay-Pass Musicians
Credit Card-Accepting Guitars May be the New Way to Pay Street Guitarists
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Calorie-Counting Cell Phones
Barclaycard Health Tech of the Future
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Battery-Free Smart Sensors
Georgia Tech created ultrasonic tags for passive home tracking
Screenless Fitness Trackers
The Fitbit Air replaces smartwatch screens with a minimal band
Patented Touchscreen Control Systems
Lapwing Mobility Has Introduced TouchControl
Automated Retail Concepts
VenHub Smart Stores Use Ai & Robotics to Redefine a Shopping Experience
Biomarker-Monitoring Wearable Skin Patches
Seveno Capital is Committing Funds to PointFit
Solar-Powered Power Bank Wallets
The Panak Power Bank is MagSafe-Compatible and Anti-RFID
Meditation Wearable Systems
Flow Meditation Adapts Real-Time Biofeedback into Immersive Routines
Sport Performance Biometric Tools
KINEXON Sports Provides a Player Tracking Solution for the NBA
Facial Recognition Retail Partnerships
Sainsbury's and Facewatch Partnered for Retail Safety
Efficient Payment Processing Terminals
The LINGA Reader Targets the Hospitality Sector's Needs
E-Ink Mobile Concepts
Marko Lazić Introduced Offone Wisephone Prototype
AI-First POS Handhelds
Global Payments' AI-First Genius Was Made for the Future of Commerce
Mobile Try-On Tours
Kizik Invites People to See Its Hands-Free Shoes in Action
Optimized Self-Service Pay Systems
This Unattended Payment Terminal from Finix is Android-Based
Cashless Cannabis E-Commerce Tools
IndicaOnline is Introducing the Cutting-Edge sweedePay
Accessible Wearable Image Sensors
Sony Semiconductor Solutions Group Boasts a Ring Camera Design
Integrated Travel Wallets
Samsung Wallet Organizes Bookings, Tickets and Itineraries in One Place
Wearable Monitoring Technology
Talitrix Designs the T-Band to Push Boundaries in Monitoring
Haptic Pulse Backpacks
The Pulse Pack by Konel Uses Heartbeat Entrainment to Reduce Stress
Biometric HR Systems
HR Face Check Automates Attendance And Streamlines HR Operations
Retail Receipt Kiosks
OnQ And Epson Streamline In-Store Fulfillment Workflows
Tech-Enhanced Medical Solutions
Bruin Biometrics Introduced Several Technological Enhancements
Android-Based Payment Terminals
Nayax VPOS Media 4 Offers Contactless and Chip-and-PIN Payments
Accessibility-Focused POS Systems
Ingenico's Payment Terminal Solutions Address Access Challenges
Wearable Tech Interfaces
The Meta Smart Wristband Introduces Gesture-Based Control
All-in-One Restaurant Payment Tools
The SumUp Terminal Enables Ordering, Payment and More
Smart Wearable Accessories
Diesel x Ultrahuman Smart Ring Tracks Biometrics and Lifestyle Metrics
Reward-Tracking Mobile Apps
AwardWallet Helps Keep Track of Loyalty Reward Tiers
Analog Phone-Free Cases
Yondr Launches Phone-Free Pouches to Lock Away Connectivity
Agentic Commerce Platforms
Google Introduced an AI-Powered Universal Cart for Smarter Shopping
Open Source Wearable APIs
Momentum Democratizes Access with the Open Wearables Interface
Digital Gift Card Services
Ubuy Offers Digital Gift Cards in Three Fixed Monetary Denominations
Belt-Based Wearable Sensors
The Vital Belt Performs Millimeter-Wave Sensing at the Belt Position
Smart Retail Technology Expansions
A2Z Cust2Mate Secures Advertising Agreements with Major Brands
Blood Pressure-Measuring Wearables
RingConn Debuts New Health Monitoring Capability
Digital Wallet Car Keys
Samsung Wallet and Mercedes-Benz Partnered for Digital Car Keys
Patron-Led Payment Systems
Union Aims to Revolutionize POS Processes with Heightened Convenience
Calming Haptic Tokens
TouchPoint Solution Launches AI Clips That Ease Everyday Stress
Female-Focused Smart Wallet Solutions
iWallet Corporation Announces the iClutch Smart Wallet
Smart Glasses Payment Solutions
Alipay+ Supports Payments with a Look or a Voice Command
AI-Native POS Systems
Tote.ai Supports Fuel and Convenience Stores
Agentic Payment Pilot Systems
Nordea & Mastercard Complete Its First Live AI-Assisted Purchase
Video Business Cards
Vidcard Helps to Make Connections and Leave a Lasting Impression
AI Checkout Kiosks
Retailers Embrace AI Vision To Speed Self-Checkout Lines
Biometric Stress Management Systems
Pulsetto Collaborates with Spike API to Enhance Its System
Bluetooth Finder Tags
Rolling Square Introduced the AirCard Pro and AirNotch Pro
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Gamer-Focused Localized Payment Solutions
Xsolla Offers Developers Tailored Monetization Tools
Ecosystem-Based Loyalty Programs
BMO Connects Travel, Dining and Banking Rewards
Commerce-Enhanced Payment Cards
Venmo Debit Mastercard Offers 15% Cash Back at Popular Retailers
Sports Betting-Focused Digital Wallets
Caesars Entertainment Implements a Universal Digital Wallet
Digital Healthcare Payment Options
Walmart Now Accepts Synchrony's CareCredit Online
Multi-Channel Wristband Prototypes
Neuranics Announces Breakthroughs in Its Technology
Post-Purchase Payment Features
Swipe to Finance is an Option for Paying Over Time After Checkout
Facial Recognition Deadbolt Systems
The SwitchBot Lock Vision Series Can Be Unlocked Many Ways
Biometric Digital Planning Tools
Lifestack 2.0 Integrates with Wearable Devices
European Banking Solutions
IperMoney is Geared to Serve Europe's Financial Ecosystem
BNPL Mobile Phone Services
Klarna Mobile Service Will Launch Unlimited 5G Plans for $40
Food-as-Medicine Platform Expansions
Fresh Connect Now Offers Four Benefit Cards and an App
Message-Enabled Payment Links
Cash App Adds Shareable Links For Quick Payment Requests
Automated AI Payment Wallets
Stripe Link Supports Integration with AI Agents
Wand-Shaped Wireless Payment Accessories
The Cash App Wand Brings Whimsy to Contactless Payments
Automotive Digital Key Enhancements
Bluetooth® Channel Sounding May Have Implications for Autos
Payment-Tracking POS Devices
Arryved Streamlines Bar Operations Using its Innovative POS System
Comprehensive Health Monitoring Systems
Outlive Biology Tests Its Real-Time Longevity Platform
Location-Aware Security Features
Revolut Street Mode Combats Phone-Snatching & Transfer Mugging
Embedded Lending Platforms
Adyen Launched SMB Financing Through Platforms
Gaming Retail Payment Partnerships
Klarna Added Flexible Gaming Payments to Mindfactory's Checkout
Mobile-First POS Systems
Boot Barn Launches Its Mobile POS Platform
Ring-Type Blood Pressure Devices
Sky Labs Unveiled Its CART PLATFORM in the UK
Aesthetic Digital Wallets
Ledger's Nano Gen5 Wallet Features a Mac-Like Digital Face
Digital Commerce Payment Platforms
OpenWay Group is Recognized in the 2026 Gartner Market Guide
Efficient Point-Of-Sale Terminals
Adyen Debuts Two New Products — the S1E4 Pro and the S1F4 Pro
Collaborative Tech-Enhanced Wallets
The Chipolo x Secrid Miniwallet Trackable is Qi-Enabled
Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs
PayPal's Tech-Chairs Upgrade the Classic Deckchair with Smart Features
Ultra-Slim Wallet Trackers
The Nomad Tracking Card Pro Slips into Your Wallet to Track
Gen Z Payment Solutions
Visa and Pismo Partner with ABN AMRO to Launch a Card for Gen Z
Simplified Digital Financing Apps
Spush Wallet's Interface is User-Friendly and Efficient
Decentralized Diagnostic Testing
BD and Babson Expand Finger-Prick Blood Testing Access
Smart City Infrastructure Tech
Lumos Infinitas Debuts Silicon-Photonics-Enabled Sensing Products
Encrypted Payment Orchestration Platforms
Evervault Announces its Card Payments Product
All-in-One Dining Payment Tablets
Gringo's Tex-Mex and Jimmy Changas Debuted Ziosk Terminals
Centralized Membership Wallet Apps
'Key Ring' is an App Designed to Monitor Multiple Programs
Frictionless Checkout Features
Google Launches Its Google Pay Direct Checkout Experience
Contemporary Point-Of-Sale Systems
Vibe Retail Delivers a Cloud-Based POS Software Alternative
In-Store Installment Payment Features
Samsung Wallet and Splitit Boast a Convenient Feature
Grocery Store Accessibility Models
Tesco Enhances Its Self-Service Checkout Experience
Streamlined Payment Integrations
365 Retail Markets Incorporates VisionLink to Its Smart Stores
NFC Payment Charms
Cash App Tags Introduces NFC Accessories for Contactless Payments
Reusable Cup Deposit Systems
Borro Raises €1.3 Million to Expand Its Digital Deposit System
Finder Trackers
Chipolo One Point And Card Point For Android Locating
Skincare Delivery Shifts
Nuon Medical Reframes Skincare with Tech-Integrated Applicators
Chat-Based Payment Features
WhatsApp Enables Mobile Recharges Directly Within Messaging Chats
Touchscreen Retail Ordering Systems
These New MicroTouch Products Help to Optimize Ordering
Integrated POS Ecosystems
Rogers Launches a Platform Combining Payments, Rewards, and More
Accessible Credit Card Guidelines
UK Finance Has Launched a New Accessible Cards Code of Practice
Nutrition Ecosystem Restaurants
Fork to Fit Kitchen links meals, fitness, and wellness tracking
AI-Powered Contactless Monitors
injewelme Unveiled Its DeepHealthVision With Camera-Based Vitals
Multi-Brand Digital Gift Cards
On Me Uplevels Tired, Outdated Gift Card Experiences
AI-Powered Gift Card Platforms
GiftOS Point Was Made for Retailers, D2C Brands and More
Fintech Mobile Plans
Cash App Launches an Unlimited 5G Phone Service
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
Thermal Receipt Printers
Epson's Product as Used in LaunderPay Point-Of-Sale Software System
First-Of-Its-Kind Digital Coupons Programs
Inmar Intelligence Partners with bp and Axonet
AI-Native Store Research
Vusion and Qualcomm Released the AI-Native Store™ White Paper
Hack-Proof Authentication Chips
Veritas Announces Hack-Proof Chip To Verify Luxury Goods
Wristband Balance Donations
UNICEF Spain's Cash Forward Provides Purpose for Unspent Money
Stablecoin Payment Acquiring Platforms
MNEE Pay Debuts at the Etail Palm Springs Conference
Passive Health Monitoring
Google uses smartphone cameras to track heart rate during daily use
Personalized Greeting Card Kiosks
Expressions Launches the Expressions Gift Card Kiosk
Mobile Banking Verification Applications
Bivial AG Launches a Mobile Authenticator App
Comprehensive Tactile Sensing Infrastructure
Ensuring Technology Debuts Two Hardware Innovations
Digital Contact Platforms
Reach Cards Provides Subscription-Based Digital Business Cards
NFC Cyclist Safety Buckles
The Fidlock Snap Buckle Doesn't Require Charging or Batteries
Wearable EMG Wristbands
Meta EMG Wristband Expands Muscle-Sense Input Beyond Ar Glasses
Search-First Wallet Experiences
TNG Digital Unveiled Its TNG eWallet Homepage Redesign
Integrated Food Processing Systems
Bandall SmartBand Handles Data Processing and Labeling in One
AI-Powered Produce Recognition
Vynamic Smart Vision Identifies Fruits and Veggies at Self-Checkout
Connected Integrated Payment Terminals
Virtuagym Expands the Virtuagym Pay Solution
Checkout-Based Micro-Donations
Adyen and adidas expand donation features at checkout
Heartbeat Authentication Systems
AccLock Uses Earbuds to Verify Identity Through Cardiac Signals
Secure Digital Game Transactions
LootBar Implements a New Transactional Method
Omnichannel Payment Systems
MoneyGram Connects Cash and Digital Payments in One Platform
Instant Payment Platforms
Paywint Enables Instant, Secure Payments Through a Mobile Wallet
Identity Verification Infrastructures
Iris ID Enables Low-Cost NFC-Based Global Identity Checks
MDI Payment Access Platforms
Zelle Expands Access to Real-Time Payments for Minority-Led Banks
Modernized Fleet Financial Systems
OpenWay and Visa Expand the Ready for Fleet with Fleet 2.0
Digital Card Organizers
PassCollect Lets Users Store Loyalty Cards and Passes Without Logging In
Multi-Functional Financial Teller Devices
Epson Debuts the M-S2000II-NW-MSR and TM-S9000II-NW-MSR
Modular Assisted Checkout Systems
Scotmid Co-op Deploys the New 4POS Assisted Checkout
Retail-Specific Cordless Scanning Solutions
Socket Mobile Offers a Solution for Shopify POS Hub
Digital Networking Tools
DigiBusinessCard Creates Shareable Wallet Cards With No Sign-Up Needed
iPad Vision Self-Checkout Systems
VisioLab Launches Its AI-Powered iPad Checkout Interface
Futuristic Palm-Scna Locks
TCL D2 Pro Introduces Palm Vein Scanning for Contactless Door Access
Payment Card Mockups
Card Preview Creates High-Quality Payment Card Mockups And Previews
Beverage Sector Payment Platforms
The 'PaySmart' System Streamlines Transactions and Invoicing
Daily UPI Credit Cards
Flex by Google Pay is a UPI-Linked Credit Card in India with Axis Bank
Integrated RFID Checkout Antennas
Checkpoint Systems Introduced SFERO RFID Checkout
Agentic Commerce Infrastructure
Visa Enables AI Agents to Complete Secure Purchases and Payments
Touchless Interaction Platforms
Control Your Screen With Hand Gestures Using Phantomy Software