BlinkPay, a leading player in New Zealand’s digital payments landscape, has announced the launch of its revamped payment gateway, Blink PayNow, featuring a bilingual design available in both Māori and English. This milestone underscores BlinkPay’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and security in the realm of digital payments within New Zealand.

Blink PayNow harnesses the power of Open Banking APIs, offering a safe and secure alternative to traditional screen-scraping payment methods. By facilitating direct account-to-account transactions, BlinkPay provides businesses with a reliable payment solution, ensuring efficiency and security in online transactions. This initiative aligns seamlessly with the imminent Open Banking Implementation Standards deadline of 30 May 2024 for payments, promising enhanced integration with major banks as they roll out their Open Banking APIs.

Adrian Smith (Ngāpuhi), Chief Product Officer, expressed his enthusiasm about the bilingual gateway, stating, “Integrating Te Reo Māori alongside English in our payment gateway is our next step toward fostering an inclusive financial ecosystem in Aotearoa, respecting and celebrating our rich cultural heritage. The cool part is that if a user has set Māori as their preferred language on their device, they will automatically see the te reo version of our payment gateway!”

Chris Riddell, Chief Technology Officer, highlighted the technological advancements, “The adoption of Open Banking APIs is a monumental leap for the financial sector in Aotearoa. It empowers companies like BlinkPay to process payments quickly, with real money, and in a way that’s more secure than traditional methods. We’re at the forefront of this change, ensuring that our users benefit from the highest standards of security and efficiency.”

BlinkPay’s initiative arrives at a pivotal juncture as New Zealand’s financial industry undergoes significant transformation. The company’s embrace of Open Banking standards and its dedication to promoting inclusivity through language epitomize its commitment to driving innovation and delivering user-centric services.

As the deadline for the Open Banking Implementation Standards looms, BlinkPay is poised for expansion, with plans to integrate with additional banks and enhance its offerings. By making digital payments more accessible, secure, and inclusive for all New Zealanders, BlinkPay continues to lead the charge in shaping the future of digital payments in Aotearoa.