Octopus QR code launches in Hong Kong for taxi mobile payments

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The digital transaction operator’s goal is to encourage cabbies and passengers to stop using cash. A new Octopus QR code service is rolling out in Hong Kong to make it easier for the 40,000 taxi drivers throughout the city to accept mobile payments instead of cash. So far, the reception from cabbies hasn’t been all that enthusiastic as they want greater incentives. Taxi drivers see the potential of the Octopus QR code, but are hoping to be given greater incentives to start using it. They also want a boost in…

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QR codes help Cheltenham taxis prove they’re legit

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Cabbies in this part of England can now prove to customers that they are driving a licensed vehicle. This week, QR codes were introduced into Cheltenham, England’s taxis and private rental vehicles to help passengers to know that they are not riding in a car with a faked license. The program by the borough council is also designed to help to promote improved overall public safety. At the same time as a new type of “no smoking” sticker has been added to the cabs and other types of public hire…

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QR codes will be the next addition to Beijing taxis

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In 2015, passengers taking cabs in the capital of China will be able to enjoy a new high tech feature. Taxi riders in Beijing are going to be able to a enjoy a new feature that is compatible with their smartphones in the form of QR codes that are going to be displayed on the ID cards of their drivers. This will give those riders the ability to scan the quick response codes in order to learn more. The information that they will be able to obtain by scanning the…

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