Instantaneous Transaction

Consumers demand on-the-go money management

Implications - Looking to be able to transfer, deposit and spend money at the drop of a hat, consumers are turning to innovative, convenient methods of managing their money. Businesses paying attention to this epic transition are developing technology for tablets, smartphones and accessories to improve the ease of transaction processing.

Trend Themes

  1. On-the-go Payment Methods — Consumers are looking for convenient, easier and faster ways to make transactions when required.
  2. Instantaneous Cash Access — Customers are interested in financial services that provide them with instant cash without any complicated procedures.
  3. Mobile Banking Solutions — Virtual/mobile banking solutions that eliminate the need for physical bank branches are becoming more common.

Industry Implications

  1. Fintech Industry — Advancement in trends that enhance customer experience through payment methods is a promising area for Fintech Industry
  2. Mobile Applications Development — Developers experienced in creating payment apps are highly sought after in the industry due to the rise in demand for mobile payment solutions.
  3. Financial Services Providers — Companies that offer innovative and easily accessible financial services stand to gain a competitive advantage.
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7 Featured, 52 Examples:
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Featured Examples

Credit Card Timepieces
Credit Card Timepieces
LAKS Watch2Pay System Allows for Contactless Payments
With all of the fast cash and instant payment systems popping up these days, something like the LAKS 'watch2pay' system not only fits the bill but offers even more practicality. This innovative watch-credit-card… MORE
Cheque Depositing Mobile Banks
Cheque Depositing Mobile Banks
The GoBank Platform Eliminates All Traditional Banking Practices
Mobile banking is old news, but virtual banking platforms such as GoBank, that completely eliminate the need for physical bank branches are on the rise. GoBank is a new banking platform that... MORE
Touchscreen Credit Cards
Touchscreen Credit Cards
The MasterCard Display Card Allows People to Create One-Time Passwords
Touted as the next generation of credit cards, the MasterCard Display Card boasts a touchscreen that will enable people to create a One-Time Password (OTP) to increase security measures. Looking and... MORE
Mini Mobile Payment Devices
Mini Mobile Payment Devices
'PayPal Here' Allows Easy Transactions for Small Businesses
PayPal Here is yet another example of convenient and easy-to-use technology that targets small businesses and entrepreneurs. It is a brand-spanking-new service that allows people to complete... MORE
Phone-Tapping Payments
Phone-Tapping Payments
Bump Pay Allows You to Transfer Money to a Friend with a Tap of the Phones
Now you can get paid or pay a friend back on the spot with this new feature called Bump Pay made for iPhones and Androids. Once a feature on an app, Bump is now stepping out to launch a standalone... MORE
Instant Cash Access
Instant Cash Access
Dwolla Instant Provides Customers With $500 for Immediate Use
The mobile payments platform Dwolla, which provides its customers with the ability to perform monetary transactions without paying debit or credit card fees, has launched a new service, Dwolla Instant.… MORE
Precise Payment Phone Applications
Precise Payment Phone Applications
What Should I Tip? is an Intelligent Tip Calculator App
If you tend to experience difficulty in determining the exact amount you should tip for a service, try the ‘What Should I Tip?’ app. First of all, you can program the app to be in line... MORE

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