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Uber Renews, Expands Adyen Deal to Add Local Payment Methods, New Markets and Kiosks

Uber is localizing payments to raise approval rates for travelers.

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.