You've been redirected from MobilePaymentsToday.com to PaymentsDive.com. In March 2021, Mobile Payments Today became a part of Payments Dive. For the latest payments news, sign up for the daily newsletter.

Panera expands contactless rewards with Apple Card

Panera guests may now earn 3% daily cashback on Apple Card when they use Apple Pay in the Panera app or website, according to a press release. They can use rewards in Apple Cash the day of purchase or send the balance to friends and family in messages.

"Panera aims for each guest experience to be simple, easy and fast," George Hanson, chief digital officer, Panera, said in the release. "More guest than ever are digitizing their wallets and opting for contactless payments as part of our new normal, and Panera wants to be part of that solution. As a brand committed to value, we are excited to be the first restaurant bringing our guests 3% Daily Cash on Apple Card."

In addition to this deal, Panera is also offering a variety of off-premise ordering options including contactless delivery, curbside pick-up and drive-thru, according to a release.