Biometrics Could Change How Patriots Fans Pay at the Stadium
Gillette Stadium, home of the NFL’s New England Patriots, will soon install a range of biometric systems for fans, including ticketless entry and hands-free concessions stands. The stadium’s facial recognition system will be provided by NWN, which already supports credentialing and access control at the venue. The Kraft Group, which owns both the Patriots and […]
How AI Agents Are Managing Shopping and Payments
Artificial intelligence is already shaping the shopping experience with personalized recommendations, but Mastercard’s Agent Pay gives AI a more active role. For example, a consumer hosting a large event, like a birthday party, could chat with AI about themes and items they need. An AI agent would then shop for those items and provide data […]
Sports and Entertainment Venues Can Be a Proving Ground for Payments
A cursory survey of sports venues will reveal fields sponsored by Citi, Chase, PNC, and Truist—just within Major League Baseball alone. However, the connection between payments and the arenas and stadiums that host events runs much deeper than naming rights. With a captive audience of thousands, there’s a strong opportunity to drive loyalty and revenue, […]