Introducing Vipps: A Game-Changing Payments App for iOS Users

Ever since its introduction, Vipps has been working tirelessly to bridge the gap in the world of mobile payments. As a Norwegian app, Vipps has successfully made its mark by offering the first-of-its-kind access to the NFC chip on Apple devices. This game-changing innovation has made it an attractive alternative to Apple Pay, allowing users to make seamless payments online and in-store.

The current development is a significant milestone, following the European Commission’s decision to force Apple to open up access to the NFC chips on its iPhones, after deeming the service anti-competitive. This move has paved the way for third-party services like Vipps to thrive.

Vipps is an all-encompassing payment solution, supporting a wide range of transactions, including in-store, online, and peer-to-peer payments. Moreover, it allows users to send money to individuals, organizations, and even raise funds for personal causes. As of now, Vipps supports partnerships with notable banks like SpareBank 1, DNB, and over 40 other Norwegian banks.

“I’ve fought for a long time to compete on equal terms with Apple. It feels almost surreal to finally launch our very own solution. This will now be a rare and exciting battle between the world’s strongest brand and Vipps.” – Rune Garborg, Vipps MobilePay Manager

Vipps is particularly noteworthy for its seamless integration with BankAxept cards, which cover more than 90% of payment terminals in Norway. In the coming months, the company plans to extend its services to include Mastercard and Visa, as well as expand its tap-to-pay services to Denmark, Finland, and Sweden in the year to come.