New Metal X Card to Launch in Singapore with 100,000 Miles Launch Promotion – Join the Waitlist Now!
In recognition of the growing proportion of affluent millennials, a bank in Singapore will be launching a new metal credit card that offers its cardholders the freedom to choose air miles, travel credit or cash rewards. For a limited time only, approved cardholders will be able to enjoy up to 100,000 miles with the sign-up of the new X Card in the first year. Join the waitlist for this amazing metal credit card (but most importantly, up to 100,000 miles!) - visit the X Card site today.
The 100,000 miles launch promotion with the X Card is only available for a limited time; join the waitlist so that you can access the offer before it opens to the public. Additionally, watch this space as more information (e.g. annual fee, eligibility criteria, mileage accrual rate) on the new X Card will be made available on this page very soon!
This article is written in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited (“SCBSL”). All views expressed in the article are the independent opinions of Mark Chua (“The Shutterwhale”). All information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be construed as advice or an offer for any product or service. SCBSL is not liable for any informational errors, incompleteness, delays, or for any actions taken in reliance on information contained herein.
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