Philipp Kandal on merchant payments
From Grab X 2026: Annual Product Event · · Grab Official
“Introducing Tap to Pay. Our merchants can now accept card payments straight from the Grab merchant app, turning their smartphone into a card machine. They don't need extra equipment, no bank cues, and no paperwork.”
On , Philipp Kandal, Chief Product Officer at Grab Holdings, spoke about merchant payments during Grab X 2026: Annual Product Event on Grab Official.
About Philipp Kandal
At Grab X 2026, Grab Holdings' annual product showcase, Chief Product Officer Philipp Kandal introduced several new features. He announced "Grab More," which allows users to order from two different restaurants in a single order with one delivery fee. Kandal also described a new cash loan product, stating that users can receive a decision in seconds based on their Grab usage history rather than submitting extensive documentation. Additionally, he introduced "Tap to Pay," a feature that enables merchants to accept card payments directly through the Grab merchant app without requiring extra equipment or paperwork. Kandal also promoted group rides, saying they can save users up to 40% compared to riding alone.