A new payment method called Wero has gained popularity among 48 million people in France. The app allows users to pay for goods and services using either a smartphone or a phone number, enabling quick money transfers between accounts in just a few seconds. Many users have found the process easier and more convenient than using traditional banking apps. Some reports suggest that transferring money to friends is simpler with Wero, while others highlight the app's user-friendly design and enhanced security features. Currently, Wero is designed for use between individuals, but it is expected to expand to online purchases in major stores soon, offering an alternative to widely used payment networks like Visa and Mastercard. Some merchants have already started integrating Wero into their payment systems, citing benefits such as the absence of commission fees or extra charges. However, not all businesses are ready to adopt the system yet; one merchant mentioned the need to study and understand the system before making the switch. Orange, a major telecommunications company, has recently introduced Wero as a payment option for its Sosh customers to pay their bills. Other well-known companies, including Decathlon, Fnac Darty, Leclerc, and Air France, plan to roll out Wero in 2027. Charles Barbarin, director of customer journey at Orange, explained that Wero offers a variety of payment options, flexibility, simplicity, and security that can improve the customer experience and provide benefits to both businesses and Orange. Experts suggest that merchants could save money by using Wero instead of traditional payment networks like Visa or Mastercard, as it involves fewer fees. Additionally, Wero enables instant payments, allowing merchants to receive funds in their accounts more quickly than with traditional bank cards. In neighboring countries like Germany and Belgium, Wero is already widely used for both online and in-store purchases, showing its growing acceptance across Europe.