{
  "id": 15872472,
  "title": "You can now change for 7 currencies with automated machines at 5 S’pore MRT stations",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/you-can-now-change-for-7-currencies-with-automated-machines-at-5",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-21T10:28:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mothership",
    "slug": "mothership",
    "url": "https://mothership.sg/2026/10/transend-machines-money-exchange-mrt-ad/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As the travel season enters its fourth quarter, Singaporeans seeking to exchange money for various currencies can now do so with ease at automated machines installed at five MRT stations. Transend, a local remittance and money exchange company, has launched these kiosks to help travelers secure the best rates before embarking on their journeys. At these machines, which function similarly to ATMs but for foreign currencies, users can withdraw foreign currency by specifying the desired sum and scanning a QR code using their PayNow app. The process is quick and convenient, taking less than two minutes to complete. Currently, these machines are situated at Bedok, Serangoon, Punggol, and Woodlands North MRT stations, with the addition of a kiosk at Harbourfront MRT station by November. These stations offer seven currencies, including Malaysian Ringgit, New Taiwan Dollar, South Korean Won, Indonesian Rupiah, Japanese Yen, Vietnamese Dong, and Thai Baht. Payment can be made using PayNow or cash. This convenient service allows travelers to focus on planning their trips rather than managing currency exchanges.",
  "summary": "Making travel convenient again.",
  "key_points": [
    "Singaporeans can exchange 7 currencies at 5 MRT stations.",
    "Machines operate like ATMs for foreign currencies.",
    "Bedok, Serangoon, Punggol, Woodlands North, and soon Harbourfront stations offer service."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Automated kiosks at major transit hubs streamline the currency exchange process for travelers, offering a faster alternative to traditional services through seamless integration with local digital payment systems.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}