Is it safe to pay with a barcode scanner at supermarkets? Decrypting the security mechanisms behind barcode paymentWe often use WeChat or Alipay to scan and pay when shopping at supermarkets. Cashiers scan our QR codes with a barcode scanner, but some people are concerned: Is the barcode scanner safe? Can it be used to make payments without entering a password, and are there any security risks? Today, we'll learn more about the security mechanisms behind barcode payments to address your concerns...

Taobao Fully Supports WeChat Pay: Shopping Experience Gets an UpgradeStarting September 27th, consumers can finally use WeChat Pay when shopping on Taobao! This means that after selecting their desired products, users can choose "WeChat Pay" and seamlessly complete their payment, enjoying the same experience as with other payment methods. To access this new feature, you need to update to the latest version of the Taobao app...

Honoring Liu Hui: Paying Tribute to an Ancient Mathematical Mastermind and Building a Shared Future for HumanityOn September 24th, local time, a grand commemorative event was held at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, France, to mark the 1800th anniversary of the birth of Liu Hui, a renowned Chinese mathematician from ancient times. The event was attended by He Junke, Party Secretary and Vice Chairman of the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), Lydia Arthur Brito, Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences at UNESCO, Yang Xinyu, Ambassador and Permanent Delegate of China to UNESCO, Park Sang-mee, Permanent Delegate of the Republic of Korea to UNESCO, Elman Abdullayev, Permanent Delegate of Azerbaijan to UNESCO, and many other officials...

Amazon Raises Warehouse Workers' Pay to $22/Hour, Adds Free Prime Membership...

JD Pay Upgraded: A Comprehensive Wallet Balance Product for a More Convenient Payment ExperienceMobile payment has become an indispensable part of daily life. According to a survey by the China Payment Clearing Association, 85...

WeChat Pay Empowers CIFTIS, Delivering a Seamless Inbound Payment ExperienceThe 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), held in Beijing from September 12th to 16th, attracted over 80 countries and international organizations. To provide foreign visitors with a more convenient payment experience, CIFTIS partnered with Tencent WeChat Pay to establish a "2024 CIFTIS Inbound Payment Convenience Special Service Desk" at the National Convention Center...

Taobao Fully Supports WeChat Pay, Gradually Opening to All Merchants Starting September 12thOn September 4th, Taobao and Tmall both announced plans to add WeChat Pay functionality, gradually opening it to all Taobao and Tmall merchants starting from September 12th. This news quickly topped the trending search list, sparking public discussion...

Alipay Launches "AI Health Butler": 30+ AI Health Services to Shape a New Smart Healthcare EcosystemOn September 5th, Alipay unveiled its new AI application "AI Health Butler" at the "2024 InclusionBund Summit." This product offers over 30 AI-powered health services encompassing everyday medical care, family health management, and more...

Huangshan Scenic Area Partners with Alipay to Create China's First "Full-Process AI Companion" Tourist Destination...

JD Finance App Launches Payment Subsidy Campaign: Scan WeChat QR Code to Pay and Save MoneyOn July 19th, JD.com announced that its JD Finance App has launched a new payment subsidy campaign...

Alipay User Tiers: Wealth Stratification or Consumer Discrimination?Alipay has recently launched a user tier system, differentiating interface colors and services based on user asset levels, sparking heated discussions among netizens. Some perceive this as blatant consumer discrimination, while others see it as perfectly acceptable...

Space Electromagnetic Technology Symposium: Focusing on Low-Earth Orbit Commercial Satellite Communication Payloads, Promoting Space Infrastructure ConstructionCurrently, the global aerospace industry is moving towards 6G, and space infrastructure is showing a trend of low-Earth orbit, commercialization, constellation formation, and low cost. In 2024, commercial space was included in the government work report, becoming a new type of productive force and a key driver of space infrastructure construction...