Chinese payment giants release Mid-Autumn and National Day payment data

In 2023, Chinese payment giants such as Alipay, WeChat Pay and Unionpay unveiled interesting data about consumer payment data during these holidays. In this blog, we'll delve into the data released by these payment giants to better understand the trends and changes in consumer behavior in China.

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How is Alipay fueling the Asian Games?

From 22 September until 8 October, millions of merchants across the country joined forces with Alipay to hold the "Golden Autumn Consumption Festival". In this article, we will introduce the two measures of Alipay that fuel the Asian Games and the strategies for global merchants during this opportunity.

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Borderless payment experience for UnionPay global cardholders

On September 18th, UnionPay International announced that global users can enjoy a seamless payment experience when shopping in mainland China. In this article, we will introduce new offline payment experience for international users and UnionPay prepaid cards for enhancing global online shopping convenience.

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Alipay’s 2023 new international version!

Alipay, the popular Chinese payment platform, has just introduced its new Alipay International Version at the 2023 Partner Conference, held on August 17th. Silkpay is excited to delve into the possibilities of this transformative move to empower European businesses to drive their expansion and prosperity.

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How to improve cross border e-commerce sales?

According to Statista, the value of the cross-border payments market worldwide reached 190.1 trillion dollars in 2023 and is expected to reach 290.2 trillion dollars in 2030. In this article, we will delve into the strategies that businesses can employ to improve cross-border e-commerce services through digital payment strategies.

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How can businesses ensure the best experience for live streams shopping?

What is live streaming? Why is live streaming popular in China? How can European merchants win the favour of Chinese customers from live streaming? In this article, we'll introduce live streaming in China, explore why it is popular, and the strategies that can help merchants provide the best payment experience for viewers.

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Transform your store's payment into an mPOS (mobile POS)

Do you know what is mPOS? Traditional POS systems have been the backbone of retail operations for years. However, with the increasing demand for customer experiences, businesses are turning to mPOS solutions. In this article, we will introduce what mPOS is. Why do merchants need an mPOS? How should merchants use an mPOS?

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Tencent unlocks WeChat Pay network for international users!

Tencent's move to unlock WeChat Pay for international users marks a big step in global mobile payments. In this article, we will explore how this transformative step can empower businesses worldwide. What is the process for foreign users to bind their cards with WeChat Pay? What does this change mean for overseas merchants?

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Understand how payment plugins work

Do you know that the payment process is a critical element that directly impacts customer satisfaction and overall business success? In this article, we will explore how payment plugins work, how to choose the right one for your online store, and how to install the Prestashop and WooCommerce payment plugins.


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A guide to Prestashop and WooCommerce payment plugins

In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, ensuring a smooth and secure payment process is essential. Modern e-commerce platforms rely on payment plugin. In this article, we will introduce Prestashop and WooCommerce payment plugins, explore their benefits and the types of businesses that need payment plugins.


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How to integrate payment methods online?

API integration is the backbone of modern payment processes, enabling seamless communication between platforms and facilitating transactions. In this article, we'll explore the important factors about payment API integrations that businesses need to consider and how to use API integration in payment systems for merchants.


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What is Payment API integration?

API integration has emerged as a fundamental tool for facilitating payment processing. In this article, we will introduce the concept of API integration in payment systems, exploring its key components, benefits, its significance in digital transactions, and the types of companies that need payment API integrations.


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6 Tips to improve cross-border online sales

Achieving success in cross-border online sales requires a well-optimized payment strategy. In this article, we will explore top 3 factors that influence cross-border online sales and 6 tips to improve cross-border online sales specifically through optimizing your payment process. 


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9 Tips to better serve Chinese customers in your restaurant

With more Chinese customers dining out globally, it becomes essential for restaurants to cater to their specific payment preferences. In this article, we will explore the importance of creating the best experience for Chinese customers, and nine key strategies for serving Chinese customers in the food and drink industry.


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How to create the best experience for Chinese customers in hospitality?

In today's global hospitality industry, customizing the payment journey for Chinese customers greatly influence their satisfaction. In this article, we will explore why you need to create a personalized payment experience for our Chinese customers? How to create the best payment experience for Chinese customers?

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How to ensure customer data security in payments?

In the digital age, where online transactions have become the norm and technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, safeguarding customer data and privacy is of a significant importance. In this article, we will delve into various methods to show you how to ensure customer data security and privacy.


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How to boost in-store traffic with payments?

When it comes to increasing customer flow in your store, the checkout experience plays a critical role. In this blog post, we will explore how implementing seamless payment solutions can help increase customer flow, boost sales, and drive customer satisfaction.


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Top 10 favorite cosmetic brands of Chinese consumers

With a rising interest in skincare and beauty products, Chinese consumers have specific preferences when it comes to cosmetic brands.In this blog post, we will explore how to sell your products to Chinese consumers as well as the top 10 cosmetic brands preferred by Chinese tourists.

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