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Qatar 2022: Visa Installs Contactless-enabled Payment Terminals at FIFA Venues

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

About 5,300 contactless-enabled payment terminals have been installed by Visa at official venues of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

The payment facilities will enable contactless purchases throughout all official venues, including eight stadiums and the FIFA Fan Festival for more than one million fans expected to travel to Qatar for the tournament, which commences on Sunday, November 20.

Visa, the official payment technology partner of FIFA, said in a statement that the payment innovations, including instantly-issued prepaid cards with animated card art, which supports facial biometric payments, will make the Mundial the most payment-enabled FIFA tournament ever.

The FIFA World Cup provides a global stage for Visa to showcase and test new technologies, enhance the fan experience and leave a lasting impression on the host country. Visa will bring a number of digital payment solutions to Qatar, including several limited pilots to demonstrate how future Visa payment solutions may come to life:

Earlier this month, Visa unveiled Visa Masters of Movement, a first-of-its-kind hybrid experience featuring an interactive pitch at the FIFA Fan Festival in Doha, where fans will be able to create digital art inspired by their own signature movements. Eligible fans will have the option to mint this digital art into their own NFT in partnership with Crypto.com.

“As FIFA’s long-standing partner, Visa wants to give football fans from around the world the best way to pay in Qatar while experiencing exciting new innovations such as the fusion of art, football and technology at Visa’s Masters of Movement venue.

“With thousands of contactless payment terminals, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 promises to be the most payment-enabled FIFA tournament ever for the more than one million fans coming to enjoy the magic of football,” the Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for GCC at Visa, Dr Saeeda Jaffar, said.

Pay with Your Face

Marking the first time it will be used for payments in Qatar, facial recognition technology is a collaboration between Qatar National Bank (QNB) and POP ID and is supported by Visa via tokenization.

The solution allows customers to authenticate payments using just their face, without a physical card or mobile phone after initial enrollment. It will be piloted at three Flat White Specialty Coffee branches.

Card Art Gets Animated

As consumers become more accustomed to getting things instantaneously, Visa is piloting a digital card issuance solution for limited cardholders in Doha. After simply scanning a QR code, a digital prepaid card will be instantly issued and can be added to a mobile wallet.

The digital card will feature animated card art, with the official mascot La’eeb, demonstrating a future in which consumers could bring greater personalization and even digital animation to their Visa cards.

Accepting Payments Gets Simpler for SMBs

In partnership with three Qatar-based banks, the Visa Tap to Phone solution is now available to merchants in Qatar who want to fast-track their ability to accept digital payments in advance of the expected tourist influx. Visa Tap to Phone makes it easier for merchants to use their Android NFC-enabled devices they already own to accept contactless payments—simply by downloading an app.

Tap to Ride Around Doha

Keeping traffic flowing smoothly during FIFA World Cup has been a top priority, and Visa, in partnership with Qatar’s Ministry of Transport, is enabling contactless payment acceptance on taxis, so fans and Qatari residents will be able to pay for their trips with their Visa card or smartphone, making paying for their journeys in and around Doha faster and more convenient.

Modupe Gbadeyanka is a fast-rising journalist with Business Post Nigeria. Her passion for journalism is amazing. She is willing to learn more with a view to becoming one of the best pen-pushers in Nigeria. Her role models are the duo of CNN's Richard Quest and Christiane Amanpour.

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Arsenal Break 22-Year Wait for Premier League Triumph

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By Adedapo Adesanya

After a twenty-two-year wait, Arsenal have emerged as Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth on Tuesday night.

The Gunners won the English top-flight trophy for the first time since Arsène Wenger’s Invincibles in 2004 after back-to-back near successes that saw Man City and Liverpool win the coveted prize.

It caps a remarkable achievement for Coach Mikel Arteta in his first job in management after taking over from Unai Emery in December 2019.

Arsenal, which finished as runners-up in the past three campaigns, led the league for most of this season before City whittled down the North London’s nine-point lead after beating them at the Etihad in April.

However, City suffered a misstep after they drew against Everton, while Arsenal recorded four successive wins without conceding a goal. Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 on Monday.

The club will now receive the Premier League trophy at Selhurst Park on Sunday after they face Crystal Palace in their final league game.

Arteta will become the longest-serving manager in England’s top four divisions when Manchester City’s coach Pep Guardiola’s departure from the Etihad after 10 years is confirmed. He has the chance to emulate his mentor by winning the Champions League when Arsenal face Paris Saint-Germain on May 30.

The Gunners will be looking to follow in the footsteps of Manchester United, Liverpool, and City, to become another English team to win the league and the Champions League in the same season.

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Pep Guardiola to Exit as Man City Coach, Enzo Maresca to Take Over

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By Adedapo Adesanya

Josep “Pep” Guardiola will reportedly leave Manchester City after 10 years as manager of the football club at the end of this season.

Despite no official confirmation from the club, the English media have widely reported that the Spaniard will coach his last game as Manchester City manager against Aston Villa on Sunday (May 24), the final day of the Premier League season.

Chelsea’s former coach, Enzo Maresca, who is out of work after leaving the London club in January, is expected to replace him.

Manchester City will play Bournemouth away on Tuesday as the club looks to further exert pressure on Arsenal, who are in contention to lift their first Premier League trophy in 22 years, on the final day.

They need to win both games to give them a chance of taking the Premier League from the league leaders and to secure a domestic treble. The Mikel Arteta-coached Arsenal will be champions if they beat Crystal Palace on Sunday. The team could also win the title tonight if the Cityzens lose at the Vitality Stadium.

Since his appointment in February 2016, the 55-year-old football manager has won everything club football-related at the Dubai-owned club.

Guardiola won his third FA Cup with City last Saturday when they beat Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley, and his fifth League Cup in March, after beating Arsenal 2-0.

As manager, Guardiola has won six Premier Leagues and a Champions League with Man City. He has also won the FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup and three Community Shields.

Guardiola, a former Barcelona coach, started at Manchester City on July 1 2016, joining from Bayern Munich. He finished third in his first Premier League season, won by Leicester City and then won the title six times over the next seven years.

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How the First Deposit Affects the Size of Your Bonus at Pinco Casino

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In Turkey, welcome gifts are presented with clear tiers and time limits. For Turkey access checks today, the verified notice is commonly referenced via Pinco güncel giriş to confirm the current domain before reading how the first deposit shapes the gift tier. This keeps access information and bonus explanations in the same place.

Casino bonus tiers: how the first deposit sets the baseline

At Pinco casino, the first deposit is usually the single trigger that assigns a welcome tier. The tier defines the maximum gift size, the bonus type, and the validity window, so the package stays transparent.

Tier elements that typically scale

A tier can scale in several ways without changing the core logic. It may raise a match cap, increase spins, or add points that extend entertainment time. The system still treats the first deposit as the reference point, not later top-ups.

A short eligibility routine is also typical:

  • Account status is confirmed after Pinco giris
  • The payment method fits the campaign terms
  • The welcome offer is available only once per account

These checks reduce inconsistencies and explain why two users with different deposit timings may see different gift details.

Promo additions without replacing the tier

Campaigns sometimes add an optional layer, such as a Pinco promosyon kodu that grants a small extra. This is usually listed separately from the tier cap, which helps keep expectations realistic and prevents mixing two different rule sets.

Slots and terms: what can change the final package

Even when the deposit amount is the main driver, the final package can be influenced by timing and posting rules. Some methods post instantly, while bank transfers can post later, and the welcome timer may start at posting time rather than initiation time.

A sensible approach is to view the tier as a fixed set of conditions, not as a justification for adjusting spending. Reading the validity window first, then the cap, usually makes the offer easier to understand.

Simplified tier overview

The exact figures depend on the active campaign page, but the structure below shows how ranges can map to gift formats.

First deposit range Gift structure example Typical validity
entry tier modest match plus limited spins 24 to 72 hours
mid tier stronger match plus more spins 3 to 7 days
upper tier capped match plus points pack 7 to 14 days

After activation, separate timers can apply to the bonus balance and to spins. The account area connected to Pinco casino giriş usually displays expiry dates and remaining conditions in a compact format.

Reading rules without overload

For a calm review, focus on a few fields: the tier range, the expiry date, and any game category contribution notes. This approach supports entertainment planning and avoids treating the gift as a target.

Pinco access in Turkey: keeping entry information consistent

Because domains can change, users often look for the latest access note before reading promotions. Official pages may be referenced as Pinco casino giriş, while community spelling can appear as Pinco casino giris.

Mobile access and navigation terms

Some players prefer an app-like navigation and search for Pinco apk guidance. Others use broad discovery phrases like Pinco oyun sitesi when looking for the interface description. These terms can be useful for orientation, but official notices remain the most reliable source for the current route.

Conclusion

The first deposit sets the baseline tier at Pinco, and tier terms explain the cap, extras, and validity. Clear terms help keep the focus on comfort and pace, so the welcome gift stays a simple addition to leisure rather than a source of confusion.

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