Ingenico Group Monday announced that it has acquired Think&Go NFC, a provider of connected screens, for an undisclosed amount, according to a press release.

Think&Go has developed technology that enables any kind of digital display to interact with connected objects such as smartphones and transit passes. As a result, the connected screens become a vehicle for marketing tools such as drive-to-store, couponing, loyalty programs and downloads, according to the announcement.

Ingenico and Think&Go have partnered since last year to use contactless payment technology to turn digital advertising displays into point-of-sale devices. 

"We are confident that this solution will be a big hit with merchants," said Michel Léger, EVP of innovation at Ingenico Group and the head of Ingenico Labs. "Integrating Think&Go NFC — which will still be managed by its founder, Vincent Berge — into Ingenico Labs gives us greater opportunity for expansion in the field of connected objects. This acquisition exemplifies the way we are implementing our Strategic Plan 2020, whose aim is to strengthen Ingenico Group’s leadership in omni-channel payment acceptance."

"Connected screens are designed to keep pace with market trends driven by societal change. With their combination of payment features and marketing features, they hold tremendous potential," said Vincent Berge, chairman of Think&Go NFC. "The power of Ingenico Group will enable us to accelerate uptake of connected screens and deliver seamless, matchless solutions to our customers."