SINGAPORE -- The central banks of Singapore and Malaysia have linked the countries' smartphone QR code payment systems to allow for cross-border transactions, with plans to begin person-to-person remittance services by the end of 2023.
Move simplifies cross-border in-person and online transactions

QR code payment services are popular in Southeast Asia, where many people do not have credit cards. (Photo by Fumika Sato)
SINGAPORE -- The central banks of Singapore and Malaysia have linked the countries' smartphone QR code payment systems to allow for cross-border transactions, with plans to begin person-to-person remittance services by the end of 2023.