NORTH CANTON, Ohio - The acronym S.A.F.E. stands for Secure Anti-Fraud Enhancements, and the idea behind the new initiative takes ATM security to another level, according to a news release. S.A.F.E. investigates current and future technologies and offers an overall cost-effective and environmentally safe fraud-detection solution.
To protect against ATM fraud, Diebold Inc. implemented new, leading-edge technology that integrates video intelligence directly into the ATM and transforms the way fraudulent devices are detected and communicated to the financial institution. Consequently, any sustained alteration to the ATM fascia will trigger an alert.
Other new technology includes integrated sensor intelligence - built directly into the card readers of Diebold's Opteva ATMs - that detect skimmers and can be configured to automatically take terminals out of service if an unfamiliar device is identified. An integrated PIN-pad shield blocks shoulder surfing and a spy camera's ability to record PIN entry.
This month Diebold also unveiled a first-of-its-kind ATM security Web site, specifically geared toward consumer safety. Read, Diebold launches consumer ATM security Web site.
