Alibaba to allow payment through Tencent's WeChat Pay for the first time on e-commerce apps

Taobao and Tmall will likely begin accepting payments through WeChat Pay this month, a source familiar with the matter who was not authorized to disclose the details publicly, told CNBC."We have always been open to collaborations, and have actively explored interoperability and partnerships with our peers," an Alibaba spokesperson told CNBC. "We are constantly working to enhance user experience by making shopping more convenient, enjoyable, and efficient."Previously, Alibaba's Chinese e-commerce sites only ...