Monday, 30 June 2025
30.6 C
Singapore
32.2 C
Thailand
21.4 C
Indonesia
29.1 C
Philippines

Atome’s BNPL payment option debuts on Taobao Singapore

Atome and Taobao Singapore launch a BNPL payment option, enhancing the shopping experience with flexible payments and special promotions for users.

Atome, Southeast Asia’s leading digital financial services platform, has announced its collaboration with Taobao Singapore to introduce a buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) payment option for shoppers in Singapore. This partnership aims to enhance the shopping experience for Taobao users, making it more convenient and flexible.

Growth of e-commerce in Singapore

According to Statista, Singapore’s e-commerce market was valued at US$8 billion in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) in 2023. It is expected to grow by another 25%, reaching US$10 billion by 2025. This significant growth underscores the importance of providing more accessible and flexible payment options to consumers.

Enhancing the shopping experience

The collaboration between Taobao Singapore and Atome reflects Taobao’s commitment to improving the shopping journey for its Singaporean users. With over 2 billion products available on Taobao, the introduction of Atome’s pay-over-time BNPL option is set to make cross-border shopping even more seamless and affordable.

Jean Zhao, Country Manager of Taobao Singapore, stated, “Singapore is a key market for us, and we are dedicated to delivering localised solutions that make the experience of shopping on Taobao and Tmall akin to that of local shopping. Adding Atome’s popular BNPL payment option to our range of existing options will offer greater choice, flexibility and convenience to our valued customers and elevate their shopping experience.”

Supporting merchants and regional e-commerce

Bryan Quek, General Manager of Atome Singapore, shared his excitement about the collaboration, saying, “We’re excited to team up with Taobao Singapore to introduce BNPL payment options to their users. Together, we aim to provide consumers with a more convenient and flexible shopping and payment experience, while also supporting Taobao Singapore’s merchant community. This enables a more seamless cross-border shopping experience and supports regional e-commerce to thrive and grow.”

Special promotions for Atome users
To celebrate this collaboration, Taobao Singapore is offering Atome users a special promotion of S$12 off with a minimum spend of S$120 every Saturday leading up to August 3. Additionally, during Taobao Singapore’s 6.18 mega shopping festival from June 1 to 7, shoppers can enjoy an extra discount of S$15 off with a minimum spend of S$200.

The BNPL payment option is now available to shoppers in Singapore through the Taobao mobile app. Users need an existing Atome account and add Atome to the app’s checkout payment options.

Hot this week

OPPO unveils Watch X2 Mini in Singapore with pro-grade health and fitness features

OPPO launches the Watch X2 Mini in Singapore with advanced health tracking, 60-hour battery life, and stylish design.

NetApp report reveals global race for AI leadership remains wide open

NetApp’s AI Space Race report shows global competition is heating up, with no clear leader as countries race to scale secure AI infrastructure.

Microsoft to announce major Xbox layoffs next week

Microsoft is preparing to cut more Xbox jobs next week as part of a larger restructure. Layoffs are also expected in its sales division.

Samsung opens preorders for new flagship M9 smart monitor

Samsung is opening preorders for its flagship M9 Smart Monitor, which features QD-OLED tech, AI picture optimisation, and built-in streaming apps.

Meta may buy PlayAI to boost its voice cloning technology

Meta may buy AI voice cloning startup PlayAI to expand lifelike voice features in its apps, smart glasses, and AI assistants.

Cheapest SIM-only plans in Singapore 2025: Flexible, contract-free mobile data

Compare the cheapest SIM-only plans in Singapore for 2025, with up to 1TB data, 5G access, roaming, and no-contract options from S$8/month.

Android 16 to alert you if your phone connects to a fake cell tower

Android 16 will warn you if your phone connects to a fake tower, helping protect your calls, texts, and location from silent spying.

Runway moves into gaming with new AI platform Game Worlds

Runway launches Game Worlds, an AI platform aiming to reshape game creation and expand its success from film into the gaming industry.

TikTok trials new ‘bulletin boards’ to rival Instagram’s broadcast channels

TikTok is testing bulletin boards, a new feature similar to Instagram's broadcast channels, for direct creator-to-fan updates.

Related Articles

Popular Categories