April 25, 2006

Interview With Kevin Dulsky, Paypal Text To Buy

by Piers Fawkes

DulskyA few weeks ago we reported the launch of the Paypal Text To Buy service that allows pre-registered users to text a message to a number or short-code to make instant purchases. Intrigued by how a brand could use such a system, the IF! team thought they’d ask Kevin Dulsky, senior director of mobile payments for PayPal, a few questions. This Q&A is pretty interesting for our Battle For The Bulge meme:

IF!: Will the phone become our wallet?

KD: It’s still early, but we think consumers are ready for anytime, anywhere payments. Already, consumers are using their mobile phones for much more than just talking - they’re sending e-mails, listening to music, taking pictures and making videos. Providing a safe, easy, convenient payment method provides even more utility to the mobile phone. We think the opportunity ahead is very exciting.

IF! Interview (link fixed!)

Article categories: Advertising & Branding, Finance & Money, Retail, Telecom

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