Barclaycard, founded in 1966 and headquartered in London, operates within the finance sector as a prominent global payment business. As part of Barclays Bank PLC, it offers flexible payment solutions, short-term credit, and point of sale finance to consumers, retailers, and businesses. The company is a leader in innovative payment technologies, including contactless and mobile payment systems, and collaborates with various organizations worldwide to provide diverse payment and credit options.