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Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
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Time of India
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
bajaj auto: I-Sec downgrades Bajaj Auto to Add, raises target price to Rs 9,900
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Zawya
09-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Visa launches Tap to Add card in Saudi Arabia
Tap to Add Card enables cardholders to seamlessly add their cards to digital wallets by simply tapping them on their mobile device The solution eliminates the cumbersome process of manual entry, a common source of errors and a vulnerability exploited by fraudsters seeking to compromise sensitive card information KSA, Riyadh: Visa (NYSE: V) today announced the launch of Tap to Add Card in Saudi Arabia marking a significant advancement in digital wallet provisioning. This innovative technology addresses the growing need for secure and streamlined digital payment solutions by allowing cardholders to add their Visa contactless cards to digital wallets with a simple tap on their mobile device. Bringing enhanced security and convenience, Tap to Add Card eliminates the cumbersome process of manual entry, a common source of errors and a vulnerability exploited by fraudsters seeking to compromise sensitive card information. The tap generates a unique, one-time code validated by Visa's Chip Authenticate service, ensuring secure provisioning of card credentials and offering a significantly faster and more secure alternative to traditional methods. "We are excited to bring the enhanced security and simplicity of Tap to Add Card to Saudi Arabia," said Ali Bailoun, Regional General Manager for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman at Visa. 'The solution provides cardholders with greater peace of mind when adding a card to a digital wallet, knowing their information is protected by advanced security measures. We believe that Tap to Add Card will be instrumental in driving further adoption of digital wallets in the Kingdom by addressing key security concerns and simplifying the user experience.' Global Momentum and Regional Impact Tap to Add Card feature has quickly gained traction worldwide since its introduction last September by Visa, as part of its suite of new services aimed at enhancing digital payment experiences. With over 80,000 Tap to Add Card tokens enabled in Saudi Arabia the technology has demonstrated its ability to streamline and secure digital wallet provisioning. Benefits for the Ecosystem Tap to Add Card is designed to benefit all stakeholders in the payments ecosystem. Offering an experience similar to in-store payments, cardholders can enjoy a faster, more convenient, and more secure way to add cards to their digital wallets, encouraging greater adoption of digital payments. For issuers, Tap to Add Card can help reduce the risk and associated costs of provisioning fraud, simplifies the add-to-wallet process leading to fewer customer service inquiries, and improves transaction approval rates. Similarly, for digital wallets, Tap to Add Card follows Visa security standards, reducing the risk of card compromise and promising a potentially higher token provisioning rate due to fewer card entry errors, while also presenting the opportunity to introduce new customer experiences. The technology is supported by digital wallets globally, ensuring seamless integration with existing digital wallet experiences. About Visa Inc. Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at About Visa, and @VisaCEMEA.
The Hill
28-02-2025
- General
- The Hill
Is nearly a quarter of Gen Z really queer — or is something else going on?
According to a new Gallup report, nearly one in four Gen Z Americans identifies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer. That's more than just a statistic — it's a statement, and a troubling one, for reasons that will become clearer. Just over a decade ago, the number was a fraction of that. Are young people more open and accepting, or is there something deeper at play? I believe it's the latter. Yes, times have changed. Being gay or transgender is no longer the social taboo it once was. However, newfound acceptance alone cannot explain these large numbers. Beneath the surface lies something far more complicated: a growing hunger for an identity in a generation that, paradoxically, has never been more connected yet feels more lost than ever. To be clear, there's nothing wrong with self-discovery. Every generation has had its phases of rebellion — leather jackets in the 1950s, tie-dye in the '60s and grunge in the '90s. But something different is happening now. This isn't just fashion or music tastes — it's identity, something once considered deeply personal and relatively stable. Now, it is fluid, marketable, and, crucially, public. Obviously, social media plays a huge role. In a world where every thought can be broadcast to thousands in seconds, identity is part of a carefully choreographed performance. Declaring a new label becomes content — something to post about, something that earns attention and approval, likes and shares. When being 'different' grants you social clout, why settle for being ordinary? The pressure is immense, especially for teenagers whose brains are wired to crave peer acceptance. Part of this sudden rush to redefine oneself stems from a disturbing broader trend. Specifically, a lack of solid foundations. Previous generations found identity through family, faith, nation or community — anchors that provided stability and a sense of belonging. However, Gen Z has come of age in a very different world. Religion has lost its influence, with churches emptying and traditional moral frameworks dismissed as outdated. Patriotism, once a unifying force, is often portrayed as naïve or even shameful. Families are more fractured than ever, with high divorce rates, an increasing number of single-parent households and children spending more time raised by screens than by parents. Real-world communities — neighborhoods where kids once played outside, and families knew each other — have been replaced by transient, disconnected living arrangements where people barely nod at their neighbors. But it's not just these traditional pillars that have weakened. The economic landscape has shifted dramatically, leaving many young people feeling disillusioned. Homeownership — the cornerstone of the American Dream — is increasingly out of reach. Stable, long-term jobs have been replaced by gig work and unstable contracts. College, once seen as a pathway to success, now often leads to crushing debt with no guarantee of meaningful employment. Add to this the constant drumbeat of climate catastrophe, political dysfunction and media narratives painting the future as bleak, and it's no wonder young people feel utterly disillusioned. Education, which could and should offer guidance, has, in recent times, become more about pushing ideological viewpoints than fostering critical thinking. Students are encouraged to focus on their feelings and identities rather than developing resilience or a sense of purpose beyond themselves. Meanwhile, online media floods them with conflicting messages — be yourself, but also conform to the latest social justice trend; prioritize self-care, but remain hyper-productive; reject traditional roles, but somehow still find meaning in life. However, placing all the blame on media platforms misses the bigger picture. The identity frenzy is a perfect storm of cultural, economic and existential upheaval. When every traditional structure that once provided meaning has seemingly crumbled, young people are left to grasp at whatever semblance of identity they can find. Redefining oneself through sexual or gender labels becomes a quick fix — a way to feel part of something, stand out in a crowd or escape the overwhelming sense of hopelessness. But it's a fleeting fix, like slapping a Band-Aid on a bullet wound. When identity is used to patch up an existential hole, it rarely works long-term. Labels might offer temporary comfort, but they can't provide the deep sense of purpose that past generations found in more enduring things. This could explain why rates of anxiety, depression and loneliness remain sky-high among young people — even as they proclaim newfound identities. Ironically, what was once a form of rebellion has become mainstream. In some social circles, being straight or traditionally gendered is now the 'boring' option — the new conformity. It's less about who someone truly is and more about not wanting to be left out. When everyone around you is changing their label or announcing a new identity, staying the same can feel like you're missing the party. This isn't to say all these young people are faking. Human identity is complex. But when it becomes a bandwagon, something is clearly off. In the end, maybe the real crisis isn't about how many Gen Zers identify as LGBTQ — it's about why so many young people feel the need to reinvent themselves in the first place.
Zawya
24-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Visa launches tap to add card in Jordan, enhancing the ease and security of adding cards to digital wallets
The solution eliminates the cumbersome process of manual entry, a common source of errors and a vulnerability exploited by fraudsters seeking to compromise sensitive card information Amman, Jordan – Visa (NYSE: V) today announced the launch of Tap-to-Add Card in Jordan, marking a significant advancement in digital wallet provisioning. This innovative technology addresses the growing need for secure and streamlined digital payment solutions by allowing cardholders to add their Visa contactless cards to digital wallets with a simple tap on their mobile device. Bringing enhanced security and convenience, Tap-to-Add Card eliminates the cumbersome process of manual entry, a common source of errors and a vulnerability exploited by fraudsters seeking to compromise sensitive card information. The tap generates a unique, one-time code validated by Visa's Chip Authenticate service, ensuring secure provisioning of card credentials and offering a significantly faster and more secure alternative to traditional methods. "We are excited to bring the enhanced security and simplicity of Tap-to-Add Card to Jordan," said Mario Makary, Vice President and Cluster Manager for Levant at Visa. 'The solution provides cardholders with greater peace of mind when adding a card to a digital wallet, knowing their information is protected by advanced security measures. We believe that Tap-to-Add Card will be instrumental in driving further adoption of digital wallets in Jordan by addressing key security concerns and simplifying the user experience.' Global Momentum and Regional Impact Tap to Add Card feature has quickly gained traction worldwide since its introduction last September by Visa, as part of its suite of new services aimed at enhancing digital payment experiences. With over 542 Tap to Add Card tokens enabled in Jordan, the technology has demonstrated its ability to streamline and secure digital wallet provisioning. Benefits for the Ecosystem Tap to Add Card is designed to benefit all stakeholders in the payments ecosystem. Offering an experience similar to in-store payments, cardholders can enjoy a faster, more convenient, and more secure way to add cards to their digital wallets, encouraging greater adoption of digital payments. For issuers, Tap to Add Card can help reduce the risk and associated costs of provisioning fraud, simplifies the add-to-wallet process leading to fewer customer service inquiries, and improves transaction approval rates. Similarly, for digital wallets, Tap to Add Card follows Visa security standards, reducing the risk of card compromise and promising a potentially higher token provisioning rate due to fewer card entry errors, while also presenting the opportunity to introduce new customer experiences. The technology is supported by digital wallets globally, ensuring seamless integration with existing digital wallet experiences. -Ends- About Visa Inc. Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating more than 215 billion payments transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at About Visa, and @Visacemea Media Contact: Asda'a BCW, Amman, Jordan Bailasan Badwan | Al Sharif Mohamed Al Ghaleb | Visa Eman ElGamal Eelgamal@
