Money transfers via MoneyGram system can be used as by bank customers, and by people who do not have bank accounts. Technology continues to play a key role in increasing MoneyGram transaction speed, automating and streamlining processes, and creating new functionality. In MoneyGram were added or converted new currencies in an additional 29 countries during the past year, providing consumers with a wide array of currency payout options. Until 2004, the owners of MoneyGram were Viad Corp and Travelers Express Company Inc. The benefits of money transfers by MoneyGram: the opportunity to send a telegram with money transfer (up to 10 words) for free.