It could be cheaper though and it also reduces the reliance on an untrustworthy former ally.

The payer couldn't care less about how much the store pays for the transaction. He or she just wants to tap with their phone, and the default here are Visa/MC cards. In addition to the transaction price not being an argument for the payer, Wero also afaik does not have as much consumer protection as (certainly some) credit cards offer. I also bet the average person doesn't understand or care about the whole political dispute either. Again, they just want to pay easily and safely.

I don't think Wero can "win" this from just the merchants side. It's got to be better for the customer's side.

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grey-area 3 hours ago | parent [-]

The merchant could offer a discount for using it.

I agree this could be a difficult battle and we effectively need some alternative to existing card issuers if they are to be displaced.

Current contactless payments are easy, secure and allow disputes etc.

	▲	carlosjobim 2 hours ago \| parent [-]
		"Hey buddy, I give you a tiny tiny discount if you pay without fraud protection..." I mean, some places do that. But for the consumer there is no advantage. It's probably fine at cafés, restaurants and such. But why would you as a consumer want it for any more important purchase? As you mention.