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Malaysia: Funmaii launches store with no cash or cashiers

Malaysian convenience store chain Funmaii is launching cashless self-checkout stores.



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With Amazon taking all the headlines for its self-checkout brick-and-mortar store concept, a number of retailers in Asia are launching similar concepts. Malaysian local retailer Funmaii is the latest brand to open a fuss-free and secure payment system that adapts to the modern lifestyle, reports the Star Online.

“As urbanisation continues to complement the development of the country, the resulting lifestyle change fuels the demand for convenience amongst Malaysians. Funmaii merges technological advancements in payment solutions with speed and accessibility; redefining retail convenience," said its founder Datuk Brian Wee.

Funmaii stores sells standard daily necessities and local food, plus a selection of imported snacks from Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand.

The chain plans to open around 30 sites over the next year with the goal of having 100 outlets by 2019. According to Wee, they also want to take the concept to Singapore and Indonesia.

After picking up their products customers will be able to pay at the counter with their credit cards or with the Funmaii e-wallet app.

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