BOC revolutionizes branch banking with VTMs, big data, mobile solutions

November 7, 2014

Bank of China partnered with IBM to introduce a customer-centric, tech-driven experience that responds to changing consumer needs.

UK ATM deployer NoteMachine acquires IFX provider Eurochange

November 7, 2014

The acquisition extends the range of NoteMachine services to include not only cash, but also foreign exchange and international payments services.

EMV chip-and-signature: The mirage of protection

Without a holistic approach to user and transaction verification we're only presenting an appearance of protection — one that will vanish when tested by…

Home Depot releases new data breach details

November 7, 2014

In addition to payment card data, cyberthieves stole separate files containing approximately 53 million email addresses, the company has now disclosed.

The gathering storm over tokenization

November 6, 2014

A new report explains how tokenization will affect the payments value chain, and how Apple Pay might affect the fortunes of Google, PayPal, MCX and Softcard.

PCI SSC announces 2015 special interest group topics

November 6, 2014

In 2015, group members will develop guidance documents for two topics: daily log monitoring and determining shared responsibilities for entities and…

ANZ offers 'world's first' secure contactless EMV transactions at the ATM

November 6, 2014

The solution will scale to integrate future functionalities, such as user authentication and ATM transaction pre-staging via mobile device.

Ascert intros simulator-agnostic driver for EMV testing

November 6, 2014

Using the VersaTest Simulator as its engine, EMV Super Driver serves EMV field 55 data to any existing test simulator.

New report examines FIs' EMV preparedness

November 6, 2014

ATM operators have until 2017 to achieve compliance, but for card issuers it's an 11-month countdown to the liability shift.

Q3 a win (mostly) for ATM industry heavyweights

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

IADs Cardtronics and Euronet churned out double-digit revenue increases; Diebold continued its turnaround; NCR grew revenues, but missed expectations.

Aconite, Proxama deal will create one-stop solution for EMV, NFC migration

November 5, 2014

The companies will offer an end-to-end solution for migration from mag stripe cards to EMV chip cards and token-based contactless mobile NFC systems.

Vantiv prepped to roll out Durbin-compliant EMV card solutions

November 4, 2014

Having completed the first US Common AID-enabled EMV debit transaction with US merchants, Vantiv will begin production of Visa- and MasterCard-certified cards…

EMV used in 30 percent of transactions worldwide, data reveals

November 4, 2014

In Europe Zone 1, 96 percent of transactions were EMV-enabled; in the US, 0.03 percent were, EMVCo says.

Ad-driven, surcharge-free ATMs take a bow in NYC

November 4, 2014

FreeATM, the company behind the concept, went live with 25 machines today and expects to expand to 55 sites in the city by year-end.

Bitcoin ATM maker partners with AML solutions provider to ensure compliance

November 4, 2014

The companies will integrate the IdentityMind international compliance platform for virtual currencies into Lamassu bitcoin ATMs.

FFIEC report poses key questions about cybersecurity

November 4, 2014

Testing plans across business functions and with third parties will help FIs identify and manage gaps before cyber attacks occur, the council says.

New guide defines best practices in branch transformation

November 4, 2014

The guide offers recommendations designed to help banks around the globe 'optimize their transformational strategies.'

OptConnect Announces the Release of OptReboot

OptConnect, a Grant Victor Company, announces the release of the company’s latest innovation, OptReboot. OptReboot is designed to bring power management into…

Inetco sets up shop in London's 'Tech City'

November 4, 2014

The transaction monitoring and analytics software provider will use its London base to expand the company's footprint in European markets.

UL adds EMVCo contactless level 1 approval services

November 3, 2014

Certification allows the Fremont facility to conduct tests on behalf of card and mobile handset vendors who need level 1 type approval in order to sell their…