Seoul's Contactless Future: Convenience Comes at a Price Seoul's decision to allow foreign visitors to pay bus fares directly with their contactless credit or debit cards is a welcome move towards simplifying travel for international tourists.
However, as we examine this new system more closely, it becomes clear that convenience comes with its own set of complexities and implications.
A Step Towards Digital Inclusivity The use of an open loop payment system based on EMV technology marks a significant shift in Seoul's transportation infrastructure.