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Here’s when ‘Tap to Pay’ is coming to Walmart and Sam’s Club locations
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Akim Powell , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This change is set to start on August 24, with a goal of being available in all stores by the end of 2026. A new payment method is being introduced by a major retailer.
A new payment method is being introduced by a major retailer. Customers will soon have the option to use contactless payments at checkout. This change is set to start on August 24, with a goal of being available in all stores by the end of 2026.
The company plans to allow customers to use eligible cards, phones, or smartwatches to make payments. Digital wallets will also be supported, giving customers another way to use their cards.
Further information about this new payment method is available from the retailer, including details about eligible cards and digital wallets.
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Category: business Published: August 21, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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