Walmart makes changes to how millions of customers can pay at checkout

Walmart is rolling out tap-to-pay technology across its U.S. stores, giving shoppers another way to make purchases with contactless cards, smartphones and smartwatches.The retail giant said the payment option will begin appearing at select Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations starting Aug. 24, with plans to expand it to all U.S. stores and clubs by the end of 2026.Walmart also plans to bring tap-to-pay capabilities to its fuel stations by mid-2027.The checkout expansion comes as Walmart