http://www.hispanictips.com Hispanic & Latino News Redefined - Empowering & Engaging Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:09:26 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/11/16/mexicans-and-central-americans-leading-in-the-use-of-mobile-phones-for-sending-money/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/11/16/mexicans-and-central-americans-leading-in-the-use-of-mobile-phones-for-sending-money/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:49:48 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=161028
This decision to create a mobile website was supported by recent studies that show that Hispanics are more likely to have a mobile phone with access to the Internet compared to the US general market (44% vs 35%)(ii). In a study conducted by Xoom.com, the company revealed that Hispanics use their mobile phones to send money more frequently than any other immigrant group. Mexicans and Central Americans are leading this trend with 13% of remittance transactions being sent from a mobile phone(iii). Other immigrant groups send 7% of remittances from a mobile phone(iv).


Consumers can now use Xoom.com to send money to Mexico or any other country by visiting the mobile website on any Smartphone like iPhone or Android. The beneficiary of the money transfer can receive the money in cash and in minutes at a window location or in a bank account.

"You no longer need Internet access or a computer at home to send money quickly and safely with Xoom.com," said Julian King, vice president of marketing and business development at Xoom.com. "Now you can send money from anywhere by visiting the Xoom.com site on your mobile phone," he added.

With the launch of the mobile website, Xoom.com offers its customers an even more convenient option for sending money to their home countries. Customers can visit the mobile website by visiting m.xoom.com on any mobile phone browser.

About Xoom.com

Xoom was founded in 2001 and is now one of the biggest and most trusted online money transfer companies in the US. Xoom offers safe and secure sending options from the convenience of your computer or mobile phone. Customers can access the mobile site by visiting m.xoom.com from a mobile phone browser and pay using a bank account, or credit/debit card. For more information, visit xoom.com.

(i) Xoom, November 14, 2011; Based on new clients of Xoom.com comparing Mexico and Central America to other countries of destination for Xoom.com services.

(ii) Nielsen, 2011: Three Things you Thought You Knew About U.S. Hispanics' Engagement With Media… And Why you May Have Been Wrong. http://blog.nielsen.com/nielsenwire/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Nielsen-Hispanic-Media-US.pdf

(iii) Xoom, November 14, 2011; 13% of transactions to Mexico and Central America are sent through a mobile phone.

(iv) Xoom, November 14, 2011; 7% of transactions to other countries are made on mobile phones. Curated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/11/16/mexicans-and-central-americans-leading-in-the-use-of-mobile-phones-for-sending-money/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/10/24/pure-minutes-brings-international-calling-to-mexico-and-south-america-with-moneygram-international/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/10/24/pure-minutes-brings-international-calling-to-mexico-and-south-america-with-moneygram-international/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:46:47 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=158146
Pure Minutes is dedicated to modernizing calling cards for the mobile generation. Pure Minutes can replace the standard calling card with a virtual account. Customers can use this virtual account to make domestic and international calls. For international calls, the consumer dials a local number, which then connects them internationally at rates much lower than mobile carriers offer. With the agreement announced today, customers can recharge their account at any MoneyGram agent location in the United States.

"Our motto is that the minutes follow the money," says QT Talk's president Eric Ramos. "We are partnering with the leading international money transfer organization MoneyGram because we pride ourselves on delivering the most cutting edge, cost efficient and reliable product to our consumers."

For Pure Minutes, these expansion efforts allow the opportunity to assist the millions of Hispanic families looking for a way to improve international calling service quality for their family members.

Along with these international expansion efforts, Pure Minutes has announced new mobile upgrades to assist customers. And with the recent announcement of new mobile apps for BlackBerry®, Android®, and the iPhone®, Pure Minutes is making it easier for customers to pay bills and use their minutes more effectively.

About MoneyGram International
MoneyGram International, a leading money transfer company, enables consumers who are not fully served by traditional financial institutions to meet their financial needs. MoneyGram offers bill payment services in the United States and Canada and money transfer services worldwide through a global network of more than 244,000 agent locations -- including retailers, international post offices and financial institutions -- in 192 countries and territories. To learn more about money transfer or bill payment at an agent location or online, please visit www.moneygram.com or connect with us on Facebook.

About QT Talk Inc.
QT Talk provides both wholesale international call termination for telecommunication carriers worldwide and retail long distance services through their celebrated global calling plan named Pure Minutes. With QT Talk's Pure Minutes Plan, any mobile phone can be automatically programmed to make international calls using recognition software, regardless of the mobile phone carrier. QT Talk's innovative network makes it simple to dial any international destination at discounted rates without the commitment of a contract, no worry of hidden fees, nor expiration of minutes. Pure Minutes users are able to dial anywhere in the world and can easily recharge at a number of authorized retail outlets nationwide and online at www.pureminutes.com. For additional information you can contact directly at 212-461-3669. Curated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/10/24/pure-minutes-brings-international-calling-to-mexico-and-south-america-with-moneygram-international/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/06/24/the-u-s-house-of-representatives%e2%80%99-appropriations-committee-passed-a-bill-on-thursday-carrying-an-amendment-to-annul-president-barack-obama%e2%80%99s-measures-that-ease-travel-and-money-transf/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/06/24/the-u-s-house-of-representatives%e2%80%99-appropriations-committee-passed-a-bill-on-thursday-carrying-an-amendment-to-annul-president-barack-obama%e2%80%99s-measures-that-ease-travel-and-money-transf/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:19:38 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=137596 Tomás @ HispanicTips from www.miamiherald.com
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It is easy to enter. To learn more about the contest and how to enter, go to loveinanylanguage.com (in English) or amorenmilidiomas.com (in Spanish) or visit facebook.com/westernunion and click on the “Love in Any Language Contest” section. No Purchase Necessary to Enter or Win. Subject to Official Rules.

“Western Union’s ‘Love in Any Language’ campaign is a tribute to mothers, family, friends and loved ones, who have given us so much throughout the years. The campaign, similar to music, is universal in how individuals express their love towards others in any language, during any gifting season,” said Victoria López-Negrete, Senior Vice President, U.S. Money Transfer and Mexico.

López-Negrete added, “’Love in Any Language’ is a multi-faceted, integrated consumer campaign designed to encourage consumers to ‘Sing It, Shout It, Send It!’ and send the gift of cash. Western Union is excited to lead a campaign that focuses on promoting expressions of love to the people each of us care most about.”

Love in Any Language campaign elements include, among others:

* Special kick-off event with Daddy Yankee in New York City, March 24.
* Multi-layered advertising approach encompassing print, broadcast, radio, out-of-home, mobile and online channels, all showcasing the myriad of ways love is displayed every day. To learn more, please visit loveinanylanguage.com.
* Dedicated tab on Western Union’s Facebook page where contestants can upload original music video, lyrics or “shout outs” for Love in Any Language.

“Western Union and ‘Love in Any Language’ is music to my ears. Consumers of all ages across the U.S. have an opportunity to be creative and resourceful using their talent while expressing love in any language,” said Daddy Yankee. “It’s a great opportunity for anyone interested to express and share their love through original songs and lyrics and share it with the world.”

In 2010, Daddy Yankee was named the “The Urban Artist of the Decade” by Billboard Magazine. With more than eight million records sold and as a winner of multiple Grammy and Billboard awards, he has been named by major media outlets as one of the most influential personalities in the world. Daddy Yankee is considered the artist who drives the popularity of the musical Latin Urban genre around the world. He has over six million fans on Facebook and has surpassed 1 million followers on Twitter.

Western Union helps consumers send the message of love during any gifting season. Participate in the contest and you may be the grand prize winner of Love in Any Language. Click on the listed website above and be sure to tell your friends and family to go online to the Western Union sponsored links and vote for your entry.

About Western Union

The Western Union Company (NYSE: WU) is a leader in global payment services. Together with its Vigo, Orlandi Valuta, Pago Facil and Western Union Business Solutions branded payment services, Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world, to send payments and to purchase money orders. The Western Union, Vigo and Orlandi Valuta branded services are offered through a combined network of 445,000 agent locations in 200 countries and territories. In 2010, The Western Union Company completed 214 million consumer-to-consumer transactions worldwide, moving $76 billion of principal between consumers, and 405 million business payments. For more information, visit westernunion.com.

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Contacts

Western Union
Daniel Díaz, +1-720-332-5564
daniel.diaz@WesternUnion.comCurated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2011/03/25/latin-grammy-award-winning-recording-artist-daddy-yankee-and-western-union-launch-%e2%80%98love-in-any-language%e2%80%99-western-union-consumers-can-sing-shout-out-and-send-%e2%80%98love-in-any-langu/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/28/wells-fargo-significantly-expands-its-expresssend%c2%ae-remittance-network-in-mexico-now-offering-over-9000-remittance-payout-locations-in-mexico/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/28/wells-fargo-significantly-expands-its-expresssend%c2%ae-remittance-network-in-mexico-now-offering-over-9000-remittance-payout-locations-in-mexico/#comments Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:34:16 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=95195 Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/28/wells-fargo-significantly-expands-its-expresssend%c2%ae-remittance-network-in-mexico-now-offering-over-9000-remittance-payout-locations-in-mexico/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/28/moneygram-international-teams-with-univision-mastercard%c2%ae-prepaid-card-as-reload-partner-for-new-card/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/08/28/moneygram-international-teams-with-univision-mastercard%c2%ae-prepaid-card-as-reload-partner-for-new-card/#comments Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:32:04 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=95189 “This alliance has the potential to reach more than 20 million underbanked Hispanics living in the U.S. today and equip them with a convenient and affordable alternative to cash,” said Greg Waltz, vice president and general manager of Payment Products at MoneyGram. “With Univision’s strong brand loyalty and MoneyGram’s large number of reload locations across the country, such as Albertsons LLC and CVS/pharmacy, the alliance will provide Univision consumers with a convenient option for reloading.”

The new Univision MasterCard® Prepaid Card, which launched in July, provides Hispanic consumers with a convenient and affordable alternative to carrying cash or using a credit card. This prepaid card is a cheap, safe and easy way to track and manage spending.

MoneyGram is offering Univision MasterCard® Prepaid Card users the first load for free. Following the first free load, subsequent reloads using MoneyGram will be just $3.95.

“We look forward to serving Univision prepaid cardholders and introducing them to the range of services available at our agent locations to meet their payment needs,” said Waltz. “Whether it is reloading a prepaid card, paying a bill or sending money back home to friends and loved ones, MoneyGram is a trusted partner for millions of Americans who rely on cash or don’t have a bank account.”

MoneyGram offers reloading for hundreds of prepaid card programs in retail locations in virtually every community including many grocery, pharmacy and convenience store chains.

About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram International offers more control and more choices for people separated from family and friends by distance to meet their financial needs. A leading global provider of money transfer services, MoneyGram International helps consumers send money around the world with funds arriving at available agent locations in as little as 10 minutes. Its global network is comprised of 203,000 agent locations in more than 190 countries and territories. MoneyGram’s convenient and reliable network includes retailers, international post offices and financial institutions. To learn more about money transfer at an agent location, please visit www.moneygram.com or connect with us on Facebook.
Contacts

MoneyGram International, Inc.
Media Contact:
Lori O'Briant, 214-999-7509
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Money transfers can be sent with no fee through July 7, 2010 by going to the Xoom.com website (www.xoom.com) and entering the coupon code AYUDARAMEXICO.

"We understand the importance of sending money to family and friends and especially now, in Nuevo Leon y Tamaulipas, where the funds are vital in offering emergency support to loved ones," said Eugenio Nigro, vice president of business development, Latin America, for Xoom.com. "The thoughts of all of Xoom.com employees go out to those affected by this disaster."

With Xoom.com, your loved ones can pick up cash at thousands of locations worldwide. You can also deposit funds directly into their bank account in all major banks in Mexico. Xoom guarantees your money will be received by your recipient, or we'll refund your transaction in full.

For more information, please visit Xoom.com or call us at (866) 231-5277.

About Xoom.com
Xoom.com allows individuals to send money from any Internet-enabled computer to family, friends and businesses. Xoom.com was founded in 2001 in San Francisco and is backed by leading venture firms Sequoia Capital, New Enterprise Associates and Fidelity Ventures. For more information on Xoom.com money transfer service to Mexico, visit www.xoom.com/Mexico.

https://www.xoom.com/a/e/pr-LAC-prnewswire-HelpMexicoALEX-0702-2010/x/mexico Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/07/08/xoom-com-offers-no-fee-money-transfers-to-help-victims-in-mexico-of-hurricane-alex/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/30/xoom-com-named-best-money-transfer-company-also-ranked-highest-in-customer-satisfaction/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/30/xoom-com-named-best-money-transfer-company-also-ranked-highest-in-customer-satisfaction/#comments Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:17:05 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/30/xoom-com-named-best-money-transfer-company-also-ranked-highest-in-customer-satisfaction/ As market conditions are making it easier and less costly to send money home for immigrants in the U.S., the Inter-American Dialogue released a report showing that remittance service providers are offering a wider variety of services and are expanding into more countries. The study, A Scorecard in the Market for Money Transfers, conducted by the Inter-American Dialogue (IAD), the premier U.S. center for analyzing remittance trends and services, also found an increase in product services such as cash-to-cash and cash-to-bank account as companies seek to be more competitive.

The study released on June 18, 2010, measuring 16 indicators, ranked Xoom.com as the best company for sending money transfers to Latin America and the Caribbean, outperforming 38 other leading U.S.-based money transfer companies. Xoom.com also received the highest score for customer satisfaction.


Some of the report's key findings include the high value consumers place on transparency and inexpensiveness when sending their remittances. "Consumers want to easily be able to see the fees they are paying and the exchange rate their loved ones will be receiving," said Dr. Manuel Orozco, Director of the Remittances and Development Program at the IAD. "In addition, they of course want to pay the lowest fees. Surprisingly, it looks like consumers are embracing some emerging companies that are doing a good job in these categories. In many categories these companies are earning higher marks than some traditional industry players," said Orozco.

Xoom.com received the highest scores in both transparency and inexpensiveness. Among the 39 companies in the study, Xoom.com is the only money transfer company that does not require an agent or branch location to send money. Customers use the Internet to enter the monetary amount and beneficiary information, select the country and pay partner, pay for the transaction using a checking account or credit card, and even track the transaction. Consumers are also able to see the fee and foreign exchange rate upfront allowing them to see the exact amount that will be received by their family members. Additionally, Xoom.com provides lower fees than traditional marketplace competitors.

Xoom.com ranked first in three of the five categories for customer satisfaction: fee transparency, foreign exchange transparency and customer value. In addition, the company tied for first in the category of least expensive and was a close first in ease of use.

"We are happy that consumers recognize and appreciate the transparency and overall value of our service," said Eugenio Nigro, Vice-President of Business Development, Latin America. "Because we are an online company, our customers have the power to control their money transfer from start to finish and track it every step of the way," said Nigro.

Xoom.com offers money transfer service to 17 countries in Latin America, including Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, Brazil and many more. The cost of sending money to Mexico is $4.99 for any amount up to $2,999, when funded by a checking account. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/30/xoom-com-named-best-money-transfer-company-also-ranked-highest-in-customer-satisfaction/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/ria-financial-services-announces-%e2%80%98un-gol-por-un-techo%e2%80%99-campaign/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/ria-financial-services-announces-%e2%80%98un-gol-por-un-techo%e2%80%99-campaign/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:50:36 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=88019 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/14/ria-financial-services-announces-%e2%80%98un-gol-por-un-techo%e2%80%99-campaign/feed/ 0