Thoma Bravo vs. Blackstone in NCR bid?

July 20, 2015

First it was Blackstone and Carlyle preparing a joint bid for NCR. Then it was just Thoma Bravo. Now rumor has it that it's Blackstone vs. Thoma Bravo.

UK IAD, Netherlands anti-skimming vendor strike distribution deal

July 20, 2015

The UK's Acketts Group Ltd. has inked an exclusive deal to distribute CSPtec's patent-pending Secure Card Feeder, a mechanical anti-skimming device.

CU analytics tool adds fraud detection features

July 20, 2015

A new module available for Co-op Revolution helps credit unions pinpoint compromised cards and merchants more quickly and mitigate the effects of fraud.

Islamic bank brings video teller technology to Oman

July 20, 2015

The bank has installed NCR Interactive Teller at the Muscat Grand Mall where it will offer customers off-premises access to in-branch teller line services.

After 6 months, India's ATM withdrawal limits show mixed results

July 20, 2015

The central bank seems to have been correct in saying that the new regs would not adversely affect banks ... but the story could be different for consumers.

Another week, another NCR buyout rumor

July 17, 2015

The latest word on The Street has 'consolidation' investment firm Thoma Bravo seeking to put together a $9 billion bid for the ATM-maker.

EMV countdown: What can we learn from merchant migration?

ISOs and IADs will face many of the issues that now confront merchants looking down the barrel at EMV liability shifts in three months.

New Jersey smoke shop welcomes state's first bitcoin ATM

July 17, 2015

The deployer, Kointron, plans to expand to additional locations in New Jersey and New York.

Cachet inks deal for prepaid mobile partnership

July 17, 2015

Sole Financial's Visa Paycard program will now feature a mobile app that cardholders can use to pay their wireless bill, transfer funds and reload money.

Thai mobile operator taps TNS to boost PCI DSS compliance

July 16, 2015

AIS says it's the only mobile provider in Thailand to offer a communication network with high-standard PCI DSS system support for ATMs and merchants.

Between mobile and branch, no contest at PenFed CU

July 16, 2015

One of the nation's largest CUs says mobile and Web account for 8 out of 10 member interactions, leaving phone calls and branch visits in the dust.

Payments expert to inform, advise ATMIA on African markets

July 16, 2015

Andrew Dean, managing director of research consultancy Calleo and co-founder of Payments Afrika, will provide intelligence about payments and ATMs.

NCR making progress toward planned world HQ

July 16, 2015

The company hopes that construction of its new world headquarters will lead the way to making Atlanta the Silicon Valley of the East Coast.

ATM software trends report evolves with the market

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

This year's software trends overview reflects the rise of branch transformation and the critical role of self-service technologies in its success.

ATMIA sharpens focus on India

July 15, 2015

The ATM Industry Association has tasked regional executive director Patrick Cunningham with increasing the organization's visibility in the Indian market.

TMD sets up shop in Latin America

July 15, 2015

The anti-skimming specialist says its new office in Mexico City will allow the company to work more closely with ATM providers in the region.

Apriva's deal with Globalcom brings EMV to unattended markets

July 15, 2015

EMV hardware will be integrated into segments such as parking, kiosks, car washes, banking, gaming, airline kiosks, vending and retail.

New video provides easy-to-follow overview of US common debit AID

July 14, 2015

The video explains how US common debit AIDs facilitate debit transactions and ensure compliance with the Durbin Amendment.

The skimmer: ATM industry news and notes

July 14, 2015

A quick review of happenings, hirings and headlines from around the ATM, self-service and payments worlds.

Why is cash still king? Crime, Europol suggests

July 14, 2015

Cash is slowly falling out of favor with consumers, but is still a preferred method for laundering ill-gained profits, the European law enforcement…