Tibet has dominated the Chinese mobile payments market for the year, according to e-commerce company Alibaba’s financial arm Ant Financial. Around 90% of online payments were made on mobile in Tibet, a much higher percentage that surrounding coastal areas. Mobile phones are used widely in Tibet to make purchases, as much of the area is remote, which has led to QR code payment options for restaurants and shops.
Tibet has dominated the Chinese mobile payments market for the fifth consecutive year, according to e-commerce company Alibaba’s financial arm Ant Financial. Around 90% of online payments were made on mobile in Tibet, a much higher percentage that surrounding coastal areas. Mobile phones are used widely in Tibet to make purchases, as much of the area is remote, which has led to QR code payment options for restaurants and shops.