DUBAI, United Arab Emiates, August 12, 2025 – tpay, the leading payment connector in the META region, has published a new white paper exploring the rapidly evolving payments landscape, highlighting the forces reshaping how we pay and why it matters more than ever.
In a world where digital consumption is booming and 33% of the global population shops online, the race is on to offer fast, seamless, and inclusive payment options.
With global e-commerce spending surpassing $6.8 trillion in 2024 and projected to reach $10.8 trillion by 2030, businesses can’t afford to overlook alternative payment methods. Embracing a mobile-first, cashless, and borderless approach is now the new standard for businesses.
This white paper dives into:
- The explosive growth of e-commerce and mobile-first spending in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa
- The shift from cards to Direct Carrier Billing and Direct Wallet Billing as go-to payment methods
- A closer look at real-time payments, open banking, digital wallets, BNPL, and more
- How alternative payments are driving financial inclusion and unlocking new markets, particularly in regions with low banking access but high mobile usage
Download the full white paper now! Unlocking Business Opportunities with New Digital Payments