Wonder Card (Corporate Card): The World's First JCB Metal Card - Activation in as fast as 7 Minutes

BINDO LABS LIMITED (“Bindo”), developer of Wonder, Asia’s leading payment and fintech platform, and JCB International Co., Ltd. (“JCB”), the international subsidiary of Japanese international payment brand JCB Co., Ltd., have jointly launched the world's first JCB metal card – the Wonder Card, introducing a groundbreaking solution to the corporate payment market. This metal card, named the Wonder x JCB Metal Corporate Card, officially debuted on August 30, 2024. The card not only represents JCB's innovation in payment technology but also showcases Bindo's technological prowess as a leading fintech player in the Asia-Pacific region.

This marks the first JCB metal card to be issued globally. Beyond its premium metallic feel and appearance, the Wonder x JCB Metal Card boasts various innovative features, including:

• Ultra-Fast Issuance: Our highly efficient card issuance process allows you to activate your virtual card in as fast as 7 minutes. Physical cards are expected to arrive within 5 business days.
• Global Acceptance: Cardholders can enjoy convenient payments at 49 million JCB merchants worldwide.
• Exclusive Benefits: Cardholders can access JCB's exclusive offers and benefits, including those related to business travel, dining, and entertainment. For more details, please visit here.
• Designed for Corporate Operations: Ideal for company operations and business expenditures, allowing business owners and employees to manage credit card statements in one centralized location, simplifying operational costs and facilitating business entertainment.
• Cost Savings on Management: By using the Wonder Card for transactions, companies can directly pay bills without requiring employees to submit individual expense reports. This reduces the workload for all colleagues, especially the finance department, and saves on management costs. Additionally, companies can view detailed transaction records via the Wonder App to consolidate business spending.
• Superior Security: Employs advanced encryption technology to ensure the security of every transaction.

Built on a foundation of mutual trust, innovation, and dedication, JCB and Bindo are committed to continuing to drive financial innovation and improve financial services for merchants of all sizes and industries in Hong Kong and across the Asia-Pacific region.

Mr. Jason Ngan, Founder and CEO of Bindo: “We are incredibly excited to announce our partnership with JCB to launch the Wonder x JCB Metal Card. This collaboration is an exciting milestone for Wonder, as it perfectly aligns with our mission to empower all merchants, big and small, to pay and get paid. By combining our cutting-edge technology with JCB’s extensive network and expertise, merchants can now create a JCB Corporate Card and streamline their financial management with a click of a button, effectively improving access to financial services for traditionally underserved segments, e.g., F&B providers.”

Mr. Tomoya Ichino, Managing Director of JCB International (Asia) Ltd.: “We are delighted to launch the world's first metal JCB card. Bindo’s excellent launch in delivering a seamless card payment experience in Hong Kong's taxi rides has ignited momentum and city-wide excitement. Bindo’s technological capabilities and transformative products are truly impressive. JCB will continue striving to offer services with special attention to Hong Kong and Japan to enhance customer satisfaction and work with market pioneers that combine innovative technology and creative thinking. More cards will be introduced to jointly drive the evolution of payment technology.”

About Bindo Bindo Labs is the parent company and developer of Wonder, a leading payment gateway and fintech platform for merchants across Hong Kong and Asia Pacific. Prior to Wonder, Bindo Labs started its journey as a leading payment and software solutions provider for global banks, financial institutions, and merchants, with offices in Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Mainland China. Since its inception, over 10,000 merchants globally have used Bindo’s software to process over US$10 billion in transactions.

Today, Bindo Labs is disrupting digital payments with the launch of its innovative payment gateway and fintech platform, Wonder. Wonder is Hong Kong’s first fully digital, omnichannel payment gateway platform, where any merchant can self-KYC, open an account, collect all payments, and manage transactions through a single mobile app within minutes. Additionally, Wonder pioneered real-time payment settlement (T+0) in Hong Kong.

Headquartered in Hong Kong, Bindo Labs raised a US$6 million Series A funding round led by HKT in 2021. Currently, Bindo Labs has offices in Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Shenzhen, and Changsha.

About JCB JCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. JCB Cards are now issued primarily in Asian countries and regions, with over 158 million card members. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to expand its merchant coverage and card member base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB is committed to providing responsive, high-quality services and products to all customers worldwide.