Overview
- Adyen will support Uber payments in new territories including the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong and the Caribbean, with expanded local acquiring in Japan, Mexico, New Zealand and Australia.
- Uber is integrating high‑adoption options via Adyen’s Checkout API, adding Pix in Brazil, Afterpay in Australia and WeChat Pay for riders using the WeChat mini app.
- Uber now accepts WeChat Pay in Canada, broadening access for visitors and local users who prefer alternative payment methods.
- Phone‑free Uber kiosks powered by Adyen terminals launched at LaGuardia Terminal C, with more deployments planned at international airports, hotels and ports.
- Uber shares dipped modestly after the announcement as analysts highlighted increased operational, fraud and regulatory complexity from localized rails and offline terminals.