Mr. Goldstone goes to Washington … and Tweets

by ATM marketplace

One retailer is on a campaign to educate the public, press and politicians about the big difference between interchange fees and ATM surcharge fees.

World Cup fans warned of credit card fees

May 25, 2010

As soccer fans prepare to descend on South Africa in June for the World Cup, they should also be prepared for high ATM fees.

Pelosi urged to ensure passage of debit card limits

May 25, 2010

Representatives Peter Welch (D - VT), Bill Shuster (R - PA), and Chris Carney (D - PA) wrote a letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi urging her to…

Sun National Bank goes mobile

May 25, 2010

Sun National Bank has announced that it has partnered with mFoundry to launch Sun on Hand, a fully integrated and comprehensive mobile banking solution for its…

INETCO launches professional consulting services division

May 24, 2010

INETCO Systems Limited, provider of transaction monitoring for the payment processing industry, has announced the launch of its Professional Consulting…

Online bill payment now mainstream, women use it more than men

A new survey shows online banking, bill payment and e-bill usage continue to grow, and the people using it have changed significantly.

Federal Reserve unveils database for credit card agreements

May 24, 2010

On Monday, the Federal Reserve Board unveiled a website where consumers looking for a credit card can compare rates and prices.

Heartland Payment Systems launches new card security technology

May 24, 2010

Heartland Payment Systems has commercially launched its new state-of-the-art payment card security technology.

Sen. Nelson admits to never using an ATM

May 24, 2010

Senator Ben Nelson (D - Nebraska) made comments to the Omaha World-Leader that he didn't know what ATM fees were because "I've never used an ATM."

ATMGurus offers Hantle support

May 24, 2010

ATMGurus and Hantle USA announced they are expanding their level of cooperation to increase customer service to Hantle USA customers. Leveraging ATMGurus…

Visa disappointed with Durbin Amendment

May 23, 2010

Visa Inc. said it was disappointed with an amendment limiting interchange fees passed Thursday as part of the U.S. Senate financial regulation bill.

Visa and MasterCard stocks go up after financial reform

May 23, 2010

Shares of Visa and MasterCard rose Friday after the U.S. Senate's passage of a financial reform bill.

Walmart to embrace smartcard payments

May 23, 2010

Walmart is planning to make its American payment terminals compliant with smartcard-based technology.

GRG Banking announces solution to streamline cash handling

May 23, 2010

GRG Banking Equipment HK Co. Ltd., a subsidiary company of GRG Banking, has announced the availability of a new cash intelligence solution, which includes…

Walmart MoneyCard first to offer cash back on prepaid debit card

May 20, 2010

Walmart has announced the first cash-back incentive for consumers using a prepaid debit card.   When customers use the Walmart MoneyCard to buy gasoline for…

Senate rejects credit card interest rate measure

May 20, 2010

A Senate measure aimed at lowering credit card rates by making banks and card issuers abide by state interest rates failed by a vote of 60-35.

ATM assaults on the rise

May 20, 2010

Around the United States, theft and destruction of ATMs is becoming increasingly popular.

Senate Financial Reform Bill passes without ATM amendment

May 20, 2010

The U.S. Senate late Thursday voted 59 to 30 to pass the "Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010," known to many as the Financial Reform Bill.   A…

Senate Financial Reform Bill passes without ATM fee cap amendment

May 20, 2010

The U.S. Senate late Thursday voted 59 to 30 to pass the "Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010," known to many as the Financial Reform Bill.   A…

Heartland Payment Systems, MasterCard agree to $41.4 million settlement

May 19, 2010

Heartland Payment Systems, the nation's fifth largest payment processor, has agreed to a $41.4 million settlement with MasterCard and its issuers to resolve…