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Henry Saker-Clark

Apple should open access to contactless payment systems, says regulator

Apple Competition and Markets Authority Sarah Cardell

The Competition and Markets Authority is consulting over proposals which would make it easier for firms to access Apple’s mobile contactless technology (Apple Pay/PA) - (PA Media)

Apple could be forced to open access to its contactless payment system to rivals under new proposals from the competition watchdog.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is consulting over proposals which would make it easier for firms to access Apple’s key mobile contactless technology, known as near field communication (NFC).

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