Payment Solutions Provider Electronic Merchant Systems Buys Omnichannel Platform Paysley
Electronic Merchant Systems Acquires Omnichannel Payment Platform Paysley
In a move that strengthens its position as a fintech leader, Electronic Merchant Systems (EMS) has announced the acquisition of Paysley, an innovative omnichannel payment platform. The deal, which took place on August 5, 2025, is expected to bolster EMS's all-in-one, cloud-based payment offering and expand its presence in the financial technology and payments sector.
Chris Roets, founder of Paysley, confirmed the official joining of Paysley under the EMS banner, while Afshin Yazdian, CEO and Executive Chairman of EMS, expressed excitement about the partnership. Roets also expressed gratitude towards EMS for their continued support and shared vision.
The terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed, and no new information about the benefits expected from the acquisition for both companies was provided. However, it is clear that EMS plans to integrate Paysley's omnichannel payment technology into its existing suite of fintech services. This integration will enable merchants to accept payments effortlessly across multiple channels, including paying via text, QR codes, or links—without requiring apps or hardware.
Paysley's recent launch of Paysley Tap to Pay on iPhone is intended to enhance its existing all-in-one, cloud-based payment solution. This innovative technology is expected to bolster EMS's capacity to deliver seamless, contactless payment solutions across physical and digital channels, aligning with current consumer preferences.
The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed in the near future. Once completed, Paysley will become a wholly owned subsidiary of the EMS corporation, but will continue to operate as an independent brand. Both EMS and Paysley expressed optimism about evolving their partnership and modernizing the payment ecosystem.
Paysley serves businesses both directly and through partnerships with agents, ISO, and ISVs. The acquisition is part of EMS's aggressive growth trajectory in payment processing, complementing prior acquisitions like Peel Payments and PaymentCloud. This strategic move positions EMS as a fintech leader with a comprehensive portfolio spanning acquiring, processing, risk management, gateways, virtual terminals, and analytics. Economically, integrating Paysley is expected to strengthen EMS’s market competitiveness and spur job growth in tech regions such as Raleigh, N.C.
In summary, EMS is integrating Paysley’s nimble omnichannel payment platform to enhance its fintech infrastructure, enabling merchants to accept payments effortlessly across multiple channels while maintaining Paysley’s brand identity and innovation momentum within EMS’s larger ecosystem. The acquisition is a significant step forward in EMS's mission to expand omnichannel payment solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, improving speed and security in transactions.
The acquisition of Paysley by Electronic Merchant Systems (EMS) will undoubtedly bolster EMS's business in the financial technology and payments sector, as Paysley's omnichannel payment technology aligns perfectly with EMS's all-in-one, cloud-based payment offering. Furthermore, this strategic move in technology will enable EMS to deliver more seamless, contactless payment solutions, catering to current market preferences.
