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SoftBank eyes buying ex-Sony payments firm to boost settlements business

SoftBank Corp., a major Japanese telecommunications carrier, is considering acquiring SP.Links, a significant payment services company previously owned by Sony. SP.Links provides payment solutions for mobile applications and online services. The acquisition could enhance SoftBank's capabilities in out-of-app payments, particularly for video games and other digital content. This move would position SoftBank to compete more effectively in the growing payments sector, potentially challenging industry leaders. The combined operations of SP.Links and SoftBank's existing payments subsidiary could create a formidable player in the market.

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SoftBank eyes buying ex-Sony payments firm to boost settlements business

SoftBank Corp., a major Japanese telecommunications carrier, is considering acquiring SP.Links, a significant payment services company previously owned by Sony. SP.Links provides payment solutions for mobile applications and online services. The acquisition could enhance SoftBank's capabilities in out-of-app payments, particularly for video games and other digital content. This move would position SoftBank to compete more effectively in the growing payments sector, potentially challenging industry leaders. The combined operations of SP.Links and SoftBank's existing payments subsidiary could create a formidable player in the market.

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