Anthony Loke has instructed public transport operators including Prasarana and KTM to allow credit and debit card payments. This would enable Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay support for trains and buses.
were spotted at selected LRT stations. This would enable users to tap in and tap out with their own credit or debit cards including smartphone-integrated options such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Google Pay.
In order to accept credit and debit cards, the card terminal has to be connected in order to authenticate and complete the payment. This means all train stations, as well as buses, are required to be equipped with a stable internet connection to authenticate the card payments. As a comparison, the current Touch ‘n Go card is a stored-value smartcard where the card terminal can deduct the fare instantly and directly from the card’s balance. Unlike credit or debit card terminals, TNG readers can be installed without requiring an internet connection.
At the moment, the KLIA Express and KLIA Transit ERL is the only rail service in the Klang Valley that support contactless card payments in addition to barcode and physical tickets. Back in 2018, Touch ‘n Go briefly trialled the where you can enter and exit the station using the TNG eWallet. It was an interesting alternative to physical TNG cards but unfortunately, it wasn’t rolled out extensively.on highway tolls and public transport. He said this after he was asked if there are any plans to dismantle the Touch ‘n Go monopoly since many places including parking lots are already allowing users to pay by debit cards.When asked about highway toll payments, Anthony Loke said he can only speak for public transportation.
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