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Switzerland is preparing to introduce offline card payments for essential goods by the end of 2027. Physical debit and credit cards could be used during temporary communications outages, with transactions recorded and processed once connectivity returns.
18 days ago · 1 source
payments
Switzerland is preparing to introduce offline card payments by the end of 2027, allowing purchases of essentials such as food, medicine and fuel during temporary communications outages. Existing physical cards and payment terminals will be used, with PIN verification required.
SWI swissinfo.ch
technology
For the first time, smartphones have become the preferred payment method for the Swiss population, surpassing traditional debit cards and cash. A new survey reveals a significant digital shift, particularly among younger generations.
SWI swissinfo.ch
