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Apple Introduces 'Tap to Cash' with iOS 18 at WWDC 2024 for Easy Peer-to-Peer Payments

Jun 10, 2024, 05:31 PM

Apple has introduced a new feature called 'Tap to Cash' with iOS 18, announced at WWDC 2024. This peer-to-peer payment option allows users to send money by tapping their iPhones together, eliminating the need to exchange phone numbers or email addresses. The feature is integrated into Apple Pay and the Wallet app, providing a seamless and secure way to transfer funds between friends. 'Tap to Cash' builds on the functionality of NameDrop, which was introduced with iOS 17. The announcement was made during the WWDC keynote.