The company installed more than 23,000 new MoneyGram signs around the globe, making it easier for consumers to find MoneyGram agents. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. MoneyGram International, one of the leading companies in the global money transfer market, has announced that its customers in Israel can now send and receive money transfers in Euro. Money transfer platform of MoneyGram will be integrated with the mobile platform LinqUs, which will allow customers to make international transfers with a mobile phone. Bank services of MoneyGram on money transfer are available only to individuals. Until 2004, the owners of MoneyGram were Viad Corp and Travelers Express Company Inc. 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. Today, MoneyGram - is the second world leader by the growth of money transfers between individuals and the dynamics of international network services.