This is the era of the all-in-one card. This particular card combines debit, credit and ATM cards in one, and is popular abroad. Thankfully the Philippines is catching up.
Adding to the growing number of cards offering modern payment solution, G-Xchange Inc. – GCash operator and a Globe subsidiary – and MasterCard collaborate in the new GCash beep MasterCard. Promising to be your “everyday all-in-one” card, GCash beep MasterCard is an ATM card, prepaid card and a beep card that can also be used for MRT and LRT rides.
The GCash beep MasterCard lets users enjoy the convenience of cashless shopping both online and in retail stores, and provides an easier and faster way to pay for their MRT/LRT commute. It also gives unbanked Filipinos the chance to have their own bank accounts and enjoy other financial services.
GXI and MasterCard top executives came in full force to the recent launch of the all-in-one card, led by GXI president and chief executive Xavier Marzan and MasterCard country head Poch Villa-Real.
Also present were GXI’s Franchette Chingcuanco-Cardona, Joseph Co, Don Nino Santos, Oyo Ocampo and Alfred Moreno. Representing MasterCard on the other hand were Judith Dayrit, Jo-ann Camacho and Chris Paraiso.
“Harnessing technology to make life easier for customers has always been our thrust. We hope our customers will feel empowered having this card,” says Marzan.
According to Villa-Real, users of the card will have access to 40 million MasterCard merchants and ATMs worldwide. “With GCash beep MasterCard, users can now just swipe their card for their purchases and payments, here and abroad.”
The GCash beep MasterCard is now available at any of the 35 selected Globe stores and roving caravans nationwide for only P150. It comes with a free Globe SIM card and P30 GCash load. For loading cash funds, just visit any of the 10,000 GCash outlets including all Globe stores, 7-11 convenience stores, SM Department Stores and Puregold Supermarkets. among others. GCash subscribers can also load via mobile or online banking.
For more details, log on to www.GetGcashMC.com.ph