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First Data trumpets support for Android Pay

The company says that its Star debit network also supports Android Pay transactions.

First Data Corp. Wednesday announced that it will provide provide processing support for in-store Android Pay transactions, according to a press release. 

"First Data has collaborated with Google since it first entered the mobile wallet market and we are pleased to deepen the relationship with our support of Android Pay," said Barry McCarthy, executive vice president and head of network and security solutions at First Data.

"With our extensive experience in the payments industry and expertise providing technology solutions for business owners, financial institutions and their customers, we believe First Data is an indispensable partner for companies looking to shape the future of commerce technology.

"Google's latest innovations in the digital wallet space with Android Pay further leverage and extend First Data's mobile payments market leadership."

First Data's Star network, the nation's largest independent debit network, also supports Android Pay transactions.