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European mobile payment system Bluecode is introducing contactless NFC payments, expanding its offering for iOS and Android devices as a complementary technology to existing barcode and QR code solutions. This allows users of Bluecode partners, such as issuing banks, to make secure, contactless payments simply by holding their smartphones at payment terminals. Bluecode NFC is part of the Bluecode SDK (Software Development Kit), which can be easily integrated into apps from banks, but also into apps from other partners, such as retailers.
In the run-up to the eagerly anticipated European Football Championship 2024 in Germany, OneFootball announces the launch of OneFootball Pay by Bluecode, its mobile payment solution developed in partnership with European payment brand Bluecode. Available alongside other payment options at stadiums and fan zones during the European Football Championship 2024, OneFootball Pay is integrated directly into the OneFootball app and underscores OneFootball’s commitment to elevating the fan experience in stadiums and fan zones by offering a fast and secure payment method that complements the app’s other features and benefits. OneFootball Pay will be available not only during the European Championship but also during regular football seasons, providing a consistently enhanced fan experience.
OneFootball Pay by Bluecode: elevating the fan experience
Developed in partnership with Bluecode, OneFootball Pay is designed to enrich the payment experience of OneFootball users at European Championship matches. Available in selected stadiums and fan zones, OneFootball Pay ensures that fans can enjoy the match without the hassle of handling cash or juggling multiple forms of payment. From buying merchandise to grabbing a drink or snack, fans now have the convenience of paying effortlessly and securely with OneFootball Pay by Bluecode by simply scanning a barcode or QR code.
Convenient and secure payments at the touch of a button
OneFootball Pay brings a new level of convenience and security to stadium payments. Fans can link their German or Austrian bank accounts to Bluecode and use OneFootball Pay for quick and simple transactions.
The partnership with Bluecode also allows users to make purchases with the app at stores accepting Bluecode, thus providing a consistent and dependable payment experience at thousands of merchants across Austria and Germany.
Bluecode CEO Christian Pirkner explains: “Our goal is to create better payment moments by integrating payments into everyday activities like sports and significant events such as the European Football Championship. We’re thrilled to partner with OneFootball and launch OneFootball Pay at this landmark event. Our partnership underscores Bluecode’s mission to continuously improve the user experience with innovative payment solutions.”
A new standard for major sporting events
Patrick Fischer, CEO of OneFootball, voices his excitement about the launch: “The upcoming European Football Championship in Germany is an event that will captivate millions of people worldwide. And we are excited to be part of this experience. Our goal is to deliver the best fan experience to our users, and we plan to enhance this experience by introducing OneFootball Pay, offering smooth and secure transactions at stadiums and fan zones. This innovation aligns perfectly with our mission to become the global football marketplace for content, products and services, bringing fans closer to the game they love.” And the European Football Championship is just the beginning for OneFootball Pay, Fischer concludes: “After the championship, OneFootball Pay will continue to provide a superior payment experience for fans at regular football matches throughout the year.”
