StraitsX has announced the successful integration of Apple Pay In-App provisioning for Pionex Cards, enabling users to add their cards to Apple Pay with just one tap within the Pionex app. This development streamlines access to secure, contactless payments, enhancing the user experience for Pionex cardholders.
The integration underscores StraitsX’s robust infrastructure, which supports Pionex Cards through Visa BIN sponsorship, issuer processing, and stablecoin settlement. By embedding Apple Pay provisioning directly into the Pionex application, StraitsX facilitates a seamless transition from card setup to real-world usage, allowing Pionex to focus on delivering a mobile-first payment experience.
Mobile wallet compatibility is now a standard expectation for global card programmes, yet achieving Apple Pay certification is both technically and operationally challenging. StraitsX’s successful completion of this process positions it as a trusted partner for fintechs and digital asset platforms seeking scalable mobile wallet capabilities.
Liu Tianyao, Head of Commercial and Co-Founder of StraitsX, stated, “The Apple Pay certification process requires issuers to meet a comprehensive range of technical and compliance requirements, and is widely recognised as a rigorous undertaking across security, provisioning, and user experience.”
The integration also supports Google Pay and includes direct provisioning via the native Apple Wallet app, wallet extension support, and Google Pay In-App provisioning on Android. These capabilities are expected to enhance card adoption for Pionex, with improvements in user onboarding and transaction activity anticipated in early 2026. StraitsX plans to expand Apple Pay and Google Pay support to additional card programmes throughout the year.
