Micro-Mobility Leader, Helbiz, Partners with Alipay to Support Mobile Transactions for Millions of Customers
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MILAN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Helbiz, a global leader in micro-mobility, today announced its partnership with Alipay, Alibaba Group’s (NYSE:BABA) world-leading mobile and online payments platform serving over 1.2 billion customers. The integration of Alipay onto our app is a reflection of this mission, and we hope to continue promoting a cashless economy and serving citizens from around the world.” Accepted in over 55 countries, with partnerships with more than 250 financial institutions and payment solution providers around the world and used by tens of thousands of merchants, Alipay enables seamless transactions for Chinese tourists when they travel overseas. It is anticipated that an influx of Chinese tourists will arrive in Italy over the Lunar New Year holiday at the end of January and allowing them to pay for their last mile transportation options on the Alipay app will help them easily navigate their experiences across the country. “Our partnership with Helbiz allows millions of Chinese visitors to easily move around Italian cities and enjoy their holiday even more. Alipay is the main global sponsor of the Eurocup 2020 that will begin on June 12th in Rome with the inaugural match between Italy and Turkey.