Five Top Payment Trends that Must Be on Your Radar

The pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital payments, driven by a surge in online commerce. Today, digital payment methods, especially mobile payments, have matured across Europe as consumers embrace diverse digital channels with ease.

Convenience and a wide range of options have emerged as key purchasing drivers, providing significant opportunities for innovation to ensure more inclusive and seamless payment experiences.

With this in mind, what can restaurant operators expect from payments in 2025?

1. Mobile as a Primary Facilitator of PaymentsThe smartphone is rapidly cementing its position as the number one payment form factor, for both consumers and merchants alike.

Consumers value the ability to leave their physical wallets behind, relying solely on their smartphones, according to Nordic Payment Report data. Adoption will continue to grow, in part because consumers also value the added layer of security offered by mobile payments, leveraging facial or fingerprint…