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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SoftPOS Market Research with Opportunity Forecasts, 2025: Industry to Grow from $365 Million in 2024 to $1.24 Billion by 2030
Dublin, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "SoftPOS Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Enterprise Size (Micro & Small Business, Medium & Large Business), Operating System, End Use (Retail, Restaurants, Public Transport, Hospitality, Others), Region, with Growth Forecasts, 2025-2030" report has been added to SoftPOS Market was valued at USD 365 Million in 2024, and is projected to reach USD 1.24 Billion by 2030, rising at a CAGR of 23.10%. The software point of sale (SoftPOS) is designed for contactless payments, which has become a rapidly adopted payment method among consumers as well as small and medium businesses. Major factors such as the increase of contactless payments and expansion of payment form factors are attributed to the growth of the market. In addition, the global smartphone penetration in the population worldwide and the growing trend to use contactless or touchless payments owing to the COVID-19 pandemic are also driving the market's Market Report Highlights Based on enterprise size, For small businesses, SoftPOS system is a lower cost and easier means to accept card payments. These systems are designed to be inexpensive, easy to use, and can be set up quickly, making them an ideal choice for small businesses Based on operating system, the iOS segment is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The number of iPhone users is increasing at a rapid pace. As of September 2023, iPhones had 29.58% of the world's mobile operating system market share, according to StatCounter. Thus, increasing sales and adoption of iPhones across the world is driving the segment's growth Based on end-use, the retail segment is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. SoftPOS solutions provide an extensive range of advantages that significantly improve the operational efficiency of retail stores. This solution is compatible and highly versatile with various Near-Field Communication (NFC)-enabled devices, including wearables, cashiers, tablets, and smartphones. This compatibility enables retailers to select the device that best suits their requirements, making adoption even more convenient. Thus, demand for SoftPOS is growing in the retail industry owing to its above-mentioned benefits, which ultimately drive the market's growth Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to the growing demand for contactless payments across the region Why Should You Buy This Report? Comprehensive Market Analysis: Gain detailed insights into the market across major regions and segments. Competitive Landscape: Explore the market presence of key players. Future Trends: Discover the pivotal trends and drivers shaping the future of the market. Actionable Recommendations: Utilize insights to uncover new revenue streams and guide strategic business decisions. This report addresses: Market intelligence to enable effective decision-making Market estimates and forecasts from 2018 to 2030 Growth opportunities and trend analyses Segment and regional revenue forecasts for market assessment Competition strategy and market share analysis Product innovation listings for you to stay ahead of the curve Key Attributes Report Attribute Details No. of Pages 100 Forecast Period 2024-2030 Estimated Market Value (USD) in 2024 $365 Million Forecasted Market Value (USD) by 2030 $1.24 Billion Compound Annual Growth Rate 23.1% Regions Covered Global Key Topics CoveredChapter 1. Methodology and ScopeChapter 2. Executive Summary2.1. Market Outlook2.2. Segment Outlook2.3. Competitive InsightsChapter 3. SoftPOS Market Variables, Trends, & Scope3.1. Market Lineage Outlook3.2. Market Dynamics3.2.1. Market Driver Analysis3.2.2. Market Restraint Analysis3.2.3. Industry Challenge3.3. SoftPOS Market Analysis Tools3.3.1. Industry Analysis - Porter's3.3.1.1. Bargaining power of The suppliers3.3.1.2. Bargaining power of The buyers3.3.1.3. Threats of substitution3.3.1.4. Threats from new entrants3.3.1.5. Competitive rivalry3.3.2. PESTEL Analysis3.3.2.1. Political landscape3.3.2.2. Economic and social landscape3.3.2.3. Technological landscapeChapter 4. SoftPOS Market: Enterprise Size Estimates & Trend Analysis4.1. Segment Dashboard4.2. SoftPOS Market: Enterprise Size Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2024 & 20304.3. Micro & Small Business4.4. Medium & Large Business Chapter 5. SoftPOS Market: Operating System Estimates & Trend Analysis5.1. Segment Dashboard5.2. SoftPOS Market: Operating System Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2024 & 20305.3. Android5.4. iOS5.5. Others Chapter 6. SoftPOS Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis6.1. Segment Dashboard6.2. SoftPOS Market: End Use Movement Analysis, USD Million, 2024 & 20306.3. Retail6.4. Restaurants6.5. Public Transport6.6. Hospitality6.7. Media and Entertainment6.8. Others Chapter 7. SoftPOS Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis7.1. SoftPOS Market Share, by Region, 2024 & 2030 (USD Million)7.2. North America7.3. Europe7.4. Asia Pacific7.5. Latin America7.6. Middle East and Africa Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape8.1. Company Categorization8.2. Company Market Positioning8.3. Company Heat Map Analysis8.4. Company Profiles/Listing8.4.1. Tidypay8.4.2. Worldline8.4.3. Alcineo8.4.4. Wizzit (Pty) Ltd.8.4.5. Bindo Labs Group Limited8.4.6. Fairbit8.4.7. Yazara8.4.8. Asseco South Eastern Europe8.4.9. Fime SAS For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. 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Forbes
28-04-2025
- Forbes
Will Microsoft Really Kill Off Windows 10 In October?
Windows 10 is still the world's most used desktop operating system There's now less than six months until Microsoft plans to kill support for Windows 10. There's just one major problem: it's still the world's most used desktop operating system. Microsoft plans to end free support for Windows 10 on October 14, potentially leaving hundreds of millions, if not billions, of PCs without protection from security threats. Businesses and (for the first time) consumers will be offered the chance to extend support further for a fee, but how many people will be willing to pay upwards of $30 for operating system updates awaits to be seen. Only Microsoft knows the true number of Windows 10 machines still ticking in the world, but it's not a number the company reports publicly. However, third-party analysis says that it's still more widely used than Windows 11, which was launched in October 2021. StatCounter – which collates the operating systems used by computers visiting more than 1.5 million websites – reported that Windows 10 was still used on 54.2% of all Windows PCs in March 2025. Windows 11, while starting to climb more rapidly in recent months, remains in second place on 42.7% of all Windows machines. Windows 11 has overtaken its older sibling in many Western countries, including the U.S.A., the U.K. and Canada. But in parts of Asia and Africa, there's still an enormous gulf between Windows 10 and Windows 11. In India, for example, Windows 10 holds strong on 62.1% of all Windows PCs, with Windows 11 only found on 36.2%. In Nigeria, 64.9% of Windows users remain on Windows 10, and it has even increased its market share slightly in March. Windows 11 usage is below 30% in the country, while just under 5% are still using Windows 7, support for which ended five years ago. Microsoft has never been in a situation like this before. When Windows 7 left mainstream support in January 2015, it was by far and away the most used operating system, with just over 60% of Windows PCs using the operating system, according to Statcounter. But by the time extended support expired in 2020, it was only on a fifth of all Windows machines. At the current trajectory, Windows 10 will likely still be on around half of all Windows machines when its extended support deadline expires in October. Why has Windows 10 proved so enduringly popular? Partly because Microsoft raised the hardware bar quite significantly for Windows 11, with many Windows 10 PCs unable to upgrade to the latest operating system. Uncertainty over Microsoft's plans for Windows 12 may also be leaving some consumers and businesses unsure over whether to upgrade to a Windows 11 PC or wait for a new operating system. Microsoft shocked the entire industry when it abruptly announced Windows 11 in June 2021 and released it that autumn, having previously indicated it wasn't going to release major new versions of the operating system but continue updating Windows 10 instead. Now nobody's quite sure if a Windows 12 will be announced later this year, giving users another option before the curtain comes down on Windows 10. Even if Microsoft does stick with its plans to end support in October, Windows 10 users will have the safety net of Extended Support Updates. For consumers, this means a one-off fee of $30 for a further year's worth of updates. For businesses, Extended Support Updates will be available for another three years, with a punishing sliding scale of fees that start at $61 for the first year, but double the following year, and then double again in year three. Third-party security firms will also continue to support Windows 10 beyond the deadline. However, security software can't plug holes in the operating system itself. All it can do is to continue to ward off viruses and other malware as best it can. The pinch point will come if a major exploit is discovered in Windows 10 after the support deadline expires. Will Microsoft tough it out, and only offer patches to customers paying for Extended Support Updates? Or will it issue a free, general update to prevent a widespread security problem? It will be a test of nerve for both Windows 10 users and Microsoft alike.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Yahoo
Windows 10 security risks are now more of a reality for users
It appears more and more Windows 10 users may be finally ready to let go of the legacy operating system ahead of the end of its life status on October 14. Microsoft has been urging system users to update to the latest Windows 11 software before that date and after months of ignoring the call, tens of millions of users are now opting in to the update. Figures from StatCounter indicate that the percentage of Windows 10 usage has now dipped below 60% for the first time with 58.7% of global users running the system as of February 2025. Meanwhile, stats for Windows 11 are slowly creeping up toward 40% with 38.2% of global users running this version of Microsoft's OS. Notably, StatCounter doesn't account for exactly how users transition from one software version to another. Previous research has shown that businesses, in particular, were updating to Windows 11 when they replaced hardware, as opposed to upgrading systems from Windows 11– despite having PCs with the minimum requirements to upgrade to the latest operating system. Meanwhile, many companies are marketing desktops and laptops with desirable features, such as the Copilot + AI tool in addition to Windows 11. The biggest challenge about Windows 10 reaching end of life is while Microsoft will no longer actively be developing the system it will also no longer be pushing security updates to devices running the system. This also stands to leave numerous devices vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Microsoft plans to offer Windows 10 users a 12-month security extension for $30 to maintain the operating system beyond the allotted time. Users will have to enroll to participate in the Extended Security Updates (ESU). That enrollment time will open closer to October 14. Forbes pondered whether Microsoft can be successful at maintaining its strict directives pertaining to the Windows 10 end-of-life and its ESU timeline. However, the Verge previously noted that the company could be forced to provide free security updates for out-of-date software in extreme circumstances, such as defending against ransomware attacks. One such case happened in 2017 when an update had to be sent to the defunct Windows XP OS.
