MoneyGram wired transfer implemented many changes to its technology platforms designed to prevent or detect suspicious transactions. Technology continues to play a key role in increasing MoneyGram transaction speed, automating and streamlining processes, and creating new functionality. Around the world, MoneyGram is working with leading financial institutions. For the recipient MoneyGram service of wired transfer is free. All expenses will be paid by the sender at the time of sending money. Commission income on remittances and other revenues of MoneyGram in the 2nd quarter 2012 increased by 10% compared to the same period last year and 13% in the base currency. In March 2012, the company MoneyGram merged with the network of U.S. payment centers ZipZap.