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30 November 2022

Payconiq does two good deeds for the holiday season.

During the holiday season, Payconiq, your preferred digital payment solution for Luxembourg, donates €1 to charity for every payment made with Payconiq in-store and wraps up your gift with the creative touch of Thomas Iser. Payconiq, your preferred digital payment solution for Luxembourg, is launching a new inclusive campaign to celebrate the holiday season with you while supporting those who need it the most, thanks to two complementary good deeds.
  • 1 payment in-store with Payconiq = 1€ donated to a charity.
From November 28th until December 24th, every Payconiq user will have the opportunity to do a good deed in-store. For each payment made with Payconiq in-store, Payconiq will donate €1 to the charities Caritas Luxembourg, Fondation Cancer or Île aux Clowns. This "coup de coeur" campaign aims to support Payconiq users in their daily lives. Since November 2021, most payment terminals in Luxembourg have been compatible with the Payconiq payment applications of partner banks. The QR code is automatically displayed on the terminal's screen when paying in a store. So what could be more straightforward than to be on your side when you do your holiday shopping? Instead of a simple promotion or coupon, Payconiq wanted to take concrete action by donating 1€ for each in-store purchase via Payconiq terminal to charities.
  • "Get a gift, give a gift": Payconiq wraps your gifts during the holidays!
The spirit of solidarity during the festive season continues, as, throughout December, Payconiq teams will be present every weekend in Cloche d'Or and City Concorde shopping centres to wrap up your gifts in exchange for a donation via Payconiq to the charities Caritas Luxembourg, Fondation Cancer or Île aux Clowns. Thanks to a superb collaboration with the Luxembourg artist Thomas Iser, you do a good deed while having your gifts wrapped in beautiful paper. The cherry on the cake is that when you give your gift, the recipient can also donate thanks to the QR codes on the gift paper. James King, Luxembourg's head of Payconiq: "We, at Payconiq, are delighted to be associated with the associations Caritas Luxembourg, Fondation Cancer or Île aux Clowns, and with the Luxembourg artist Thomas Iser, to make the end-of-year celebrations more inclusive. Thanks to our expertise and our QR code-based, easy-to-use, multi-channel solution, we allow everyone to donate easily and conveniently during the end-of-year shopping and gift wrapping. We also offer the possibility for every Payconiq user to make a solidarity gesture directly in-store, making the customer experience easy and convenient."  About Payconiq International Payconiq International is the first European payment company to offer proven, scalable, and real-time payment solutions across the entire omnichannel experience. Since 2014, Payconiq has assisted banks, merchants, and payment solution providers in modernising their infrastructure, increasing their transaction volume and proposing value-added services to their clients. With the latest account-to-account payment technologies, Payconiq enables them to optimise their customer journey for a frictionless payment flow in an industry where user experience is the differentiator. For more information on how Payconiq develops and shapes the future of payments, visit: www.payconiq.com Press Contact Alicia Brun Senior sales and marketing officer [email protected]    
8 November 2021

Payconiq and Worldline boost mobile payment in Luxembourg by enabling Payconiq on the Worldline payment terminals.

From November 2021, most payment terminals in Luxembourg will be compatible with Payconiq payment applications of partner banks. When making a payment, the QR code is automatically displayed on the terminal screen.

This great achievement in the payments sector results from a partnership between two local players who are leaders in their respective fields: Worldline, a payment solutions provider established for over 35 years in Luxembourg, and Payconiq, the mobile payment solution preferred by Luxembourgish residents since its inception in 2012.

It is a new stage in mobile payment for all Payconiq users in Luxembourg, which is increasingly present in all types of shops. Payconiq payments are contactless, easy to use and secure, simply by scanning the QR code displayed on the terminal screen with one of the Payconiq Banking apps. Available free of charge on the app stores.

For merchants, Payconiq acceptance integrates seamlessly into their existing ecosystem and requires no additional infrastructure. All transactions are processed by a single partner (Worldline) via their payment terminal. All Payconiq transactions done via Worldline terminals are referenced on the statements issued by Worldline.

At a time when mobile payments are becoming a market standard, this alliance enables both players to meet the rapidly growing demand of their customers. This broadening of the range of payment methods offered to merchants allows them to increase their turnover and boost the acquisition of new customers and the retention of their existing customers.

As Payconiq enters a new phase in its development on the Luxembourg market, Worldline intends to provide merchants with the most complete and relevant payment offer possible by welcoming on these terminals a new innovative payment method and a partner with more than 200,000 users in Luxembourg.

Quote Payconiq | James King: "We are very pleased and proud to partner with Worldline, which is the leading provider of electronic payment solutions in Luxembourg and Europe. This partnership fits perfectly with our commitment to increase our in-store presence and to support the country's retailers, independent professionals and small businesses.”

Quote Worldline | Stefanie Hüls, Head Merchant Services Luxembourg: "Together with Payconiq, we share the ambition to continuously improve the buying/selling experience of our respective customers and their satisfaction. The acceptance of Payconiq on our solutions is a strong added value for Luxembourg merchants, who benefit from a complete and centralised payment offer via our intermediary.”

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About Payconiq International

Payconiq International is a Luxembourg-based mobile payment fintech active in Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium – the latter through Bancontact Payconiq Company. Payconiq International works closely with major retail banks, providing them with a strong payment initiation platform based on the Single Euro Payment Area (SEPA) Credit Transfer. A SEPA Credit Transfer is a payment that debits a euro account and credits another euro account in the SEPA zone. Payconiq International benefits from the support of some of Europe’s leading financial institutions. Payconiq is the first European payment solution that allows consumers to pay invoices, online, in-store and other individuals using a smartphone. Since the solution is directly linked to the user’s bank account, no sensitive financial data is stored on the phone or on merchant sites. For more information: www.payconiq.com

About Worldline

Worldline [Euronext: WLN] is the European leader in the payments and transactional services industry and #4 player worldwide. With its global reach and its commitment to innovation, Worldline is the technology partner of choice for merchants, banks and third-party acquirers as well as public transport operators, government agencies and industrial companies in all sectors. Powered by over 20,000 employees in more than 50 countries, Worldline provides its clients with sustainable, trusted and secure solutions across the payment value chain, fostering their business growth wherever they are. Services offered by Worldline in the areas of Merchant Services; Terminals, Solutions & Services; Financial Services and Mobility & e-Transactional Services include domestic and cross-border commercial acquiring, both in-store and online, highly-secure payment transaction processing, a broad portfolio of payment terminals as well as e-ticketing and digital services in the industrial environment. In 2020 Worldline generated a proforma revenue of 4.8 billion euros. worldline.com

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Alexandre Ravaillé

Marketing & Communication Lead

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27 September 2021

Digicash by Payconiq, the preferred digital payment solution for Luxembourg residents, rebranded as Payconiq

According to a TNS Ilres study conducted this year, Digicash by Payconiq is now the most used digital payment solution in Luxembourg (62%), with an average of four monthly money transfers per user. Supporting these figures, and according to the same study, the application obtains a score of 9.1/10 in recommendations.

 

2021 was a very successful year for Digicash by Payconiq: with 40% more users and 60% more transactions, and with Banque Raiffeisen getting on board this summer, the app now covers the vast majority of retail banks in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.

Since the takeover of Digicash in August 2017, Payconiq has now successfully embedded itself in the payment habits of Luxembourg users. Thanks to the strong partnership with Luxembourg banks and merchants who have been key in building on the considerable efforts made over the past few years, Payconiq has achieved its goal of creating one of the most advanced mobile payment platforms in Europe.

As a natural progression, from now on the brand is to be known as Payconiq, replacing the name Digicash by Payconiq. From today, users will be able to see the new logo on their favorite digital payment solution. In this way, and as James King, Head of Payconiq Luxembourg is delighted to say: “This new identity anchors Payconiq as a leader in the Luxembourg landscape and promises great prospects for development not only in the Grand Duchy but also on a European scale, which has made it possible for Luxembourg and cross-border users to make payments in the Benelux countries since December 2020.”

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Payconiq International

Payconiq International is a Luxembourg-based mobile payment fintech active in Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium – the latter through Bancontact Payconiq Company. Payconiq International works closely with major retail banks, providing them with a strong payment initiation platform based on the Single Euro Payment Area (SEPA) Credit Transfer. A SEPA Credit Transfer is a payment that debits a euro account and credits another euro account in the SEPA zone. Payconiq International benefits from the support of some of Europe’s leading financial institutions. Payconiq is the first European payment solution that allows consumers to pay invoices, online, in-store and other individuals using a smartphone. Since the solution is directly linked to the user’s bank account, no sensitive financial data is stored on the phone or on merchant sites. For more information: www.payconiq.com

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Alexandre Ravaillé

Marketing & Communication Lead

[email protected]

+352 621 517 924

20 April 2021

Payconiq now available for PPRO partners in the Benelux

  • Payconiq International strengthens its position as European leader in multi-country payment solutions.
  • All PPRO partners in Benelux will now have access to QR-code mobile payments via the Payconiq integration.
  • For Luxembourg, this means more opportunities for users to pay with their favourite mobile payment solution when shopping online, locally or abroad, and an easier integration of Payconiq services for e-commerce businesses.

Payconiq International and PPRO launched a partnership to provide international e-commerce merchants with a convenient payment method applicable across Belgium, The Netherlands, and Luxembourg. The collaboration will simplify the boarding process, facilitate the access to an innovative mobile payment method and unlock further developments in terms of value-added services.

PPRO – the leading provider of local payments infrastructure has added popular Benelux payment method Payconiq to its portfolio to offer a best-in-class coverage of the region. This move by the two payment solution experts will empower thousands of businesses to unlock their full earning potential. In addition, millions of users in the Benelux region will be able to pay easily and safely, with Payconiq-powered apps, for their shopping online.

The integration of Payconiq solidifies PPRO’s payments portfolio in the Benelux region as one of the most comprehensive in the industry.

"We are thrilled to have another popular payment method for Belgium, Luxembourg, and The Netherlands in our offering. This integration with Payconiq will support our PSP partners and their thousands of merchants, helping businesses get the best conversion rates in these markets", says Jose Martinez-Benavente, Head of Payments EMEA at PPRO.

When asked about the partnership, Guido Vermeent, CEO of Payconiq International said, “PPRO is an e-commerce champion in Europe and a strategic partner for us, and we’re delighted to be working with them and develop a better experience for international merchants. We are the first in Europe to develop multi-country payment solutions, with local flavours, so partnering up with like-minded payment providers is a logic step for our growth”.

What does it mean for the market in Luxembourg?

This partnership expands Payconiq’s online footprint among local and international online businesses. It will enable Luxembourg residents to pay online, in a secure and fast way, at a wider selection of local and international e-commerce websites.

For local merchants that are already working with PPRO’s partners, this means a smoother access to Payconiq services, without any extra technical developments. They will be able to attract customers from all over Benelux that use one of the Payconiq-enabled apps: Digicash by Payconiq, Payconiq by Bancontact or Payconiq.

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Payconiq

Payconiq International is a Luxembourg-based mobile payment and payment processing company active in Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium – through Bancontact Payconiq Company. Payconiq International works closely with major retail banks, payment service providers, payment schemes and merchants, providing them with a strong payment initiation and processing platform. Payconiq International is the first European payment company to offer multi-country payment solutions that allows consumers to pay invoices, online, in-store and other individuals using a smartphone.

More information:  payconiq.lu.

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Andreea Munteanu

Senior Communications Officer (FR, EN)

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00352.661.251.908

https://payconiq.lu

20 January 2021

Payconiq International and Servipay launch strategic collaboration

  • The two Luxembourg companies collaborate to offer merchants and professionals an innovative payment solution.
  • Servipay’s new PAX A920 electronic payment terminal are to display Payconiq QR-codes on their screens.
Luxembourg, 20 January 2021 – Payconiq International and Servipay collaborate to offer a payment solution that fits perfectly the ecosystem of merchants and professionals from all sectors in Luxembourg. The partnership announced today aims to make merchants’ lives easier and accelerate mobile payments adoption in the Grand Duchy. Servipay's new PAX A920 electronic payment terminal will display Payconiq QR-codes on their screens. The terminal, which is the only one to offer an Android solution in Luxembourg, allows merchants and professionals to manage all their payment methods in one place. As a result, retailers benefit from an all-in-one solution that fits perfectly their existing environment, without any integration effort. This is also good news for Payconiq’s mobile payment apps’ users, who will be able to pay mobile in a greater number of shops in Luxembourg. The new Servipay terminals accept contactless from all Payconiq apps, including the brand new Digicash by Payconiq launched end-2020, and that beyond the limit of 50 euros set for bank cards. A beneficial move for Servipay’s clients By integrating Payconiq QR-codes in their PAX A920 terminal, Servipay facilitates contactless, mobile payments, which are key in complying with sanitary requirements. The PAX A920, a top-notch mobile payment terminal, responds perfectly to merchants and professionals’ needs. It allows them to cash both mobile and card payments on a single device. “Servipay is pleased to see this project come to life together with Payconiq International, another innovative player in Luxembourg’s payment sector. This partnership allows us, once again, to set ourselves apart by offering Payconiq QR-code acceptance on our terminals. True to our values, this association allows us to offer the best services and products to all professionals”, explains Etienne Renaux, Director-Founder of Servipay.eu. Payconiq International growing the Luxembourg market After announcing the interoperability of its mobile payment solutions in the Benelux, Payconiq International is moving forward with its expansion in the Grand Duchy. Users of the Payconiq, Digicash by Payconiq and Payconiq by Bancontact apps will soon be able to pay mobile and seamlessly in more stores. “We are very proud to partner with Servipay, a company which, like us, has local roots and is a pioneer of payment terminals in Luxembourg. This partnership is perfectly in line with our local involvement and willingness to support merchants, entrepreneurs and small businesses in the country”, says Alicia Brun, Marketing and Sales Senior Officer at Payconiq International.   ***END*** For more information contact: Payconiq International Andreea Munteanu Senior Communications Officer (FR, EN) [email protected] 00352.661.251.908 https://payconiq.lu Servipay Étienne Renaux Director - Founder [email protected] 20.20.23.20 https://servipay.eu   Note for journalists Payconiq International Payconiq International is a Luxembourg-based mobile payment fintech active in the Netherlands, Luxembourg (Digicash by Payconiq brand), and Belgium (Payconiq by Bancontact brand). Payconiq International works closely with major retail banks, providing them with a strong payment initiation platform Payconiq International benefits from the support of some of Europe’s leading financial institutions, including: ASN Bank, Axa Bank, BCEE, Belfius, BNP Paribas, BIL, ING, KBC, Post Luxembourg, Rabobank, Regio Bank, SNS and vdk bank. Merchants accepting Payconiq payments can offer their clients a great mobile experience that makes payment straightforward. Perfectly optimised and user-friendly, Payconiq helps reduce the number of abandoned transactions, especially online. Payconiq is the first European payment solution that allows consumers to pay invoices, online, in-store and other individuals using a smartphone. Since the solution is directly linked to the user’s bank account, no sensitive financial data is stored on the phone or on merchant sites. For more information on Payconiq in Luxembourg, visit payconiq.lu. Servipay Founded in 2012 by Étienne Renaux, Servipay provides its customers with flexible and reliable payment solutions at the best price. Its offer covers all the needs of professionals: fixed or mobile payment terminals, integrated payment terminals for cash registers, solutions for e-commerce websites. Servipay allows merchants and professionals in the Grand Duchy to benefit from the most recent technologies in the field of payment. The "Made in Luxembourg" label, obtained in 2018, crowned the quality and local roots of Servipay. Since January 2017, Servipay has been the official provider of terminal payment solutions for the BIL bank. Servipay selects its partners based on the reliability of their technologies, and thus provides professionals with quality solutions for secure transactions. Already more than 20% of professionals and merchants in the Greater Region trust Servipay.

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