Biometrics: The key to secure, convenient ATM transactions

There are no longer valid technical reasons why we should continue to expose ourselves to crime through the use of dated security systems and practices.

ICBA, MoneyPass renew preferred provider agreement

August 20, 2015

MoneyPass offers special discounts and perks to ICBA member banks that join its nationwide network of 24,000 surcharge-free ATMs.

Thailand licenses China's UnionPay chip card standard

August 20, 2015

The newly signed agreement signals the first move in China's push to export the UnionPay chip card standard.

Boston-area FI joins ATM cardless cash movement

August 20, 2015

Avidia Bank, a community FI serving suburban Boston, has partnered with FIS to offer QR code-based cardless cash access at its ATMs.

Third fraudster pleads guilty in cross-country ATM caper

August 20, 2015

Three co-conspirators skimmed data in Europe and then took a US road trip, stopping at ATMs every few miles to withdraw cash using counterfeit cards.

Partnership ups the effectiveness of check fraud detection

August 20, 2015

IMM and Advanced Fraud Solutions say they are now able to provide almost real-time notification of potentially fraudulent check transactions.

Industry groups launch EMV consumer education initiative

August 20, 2015

The program provides messages and materials for industry stakeholders to use in educating consumers about the use and benefits of chip cards.

Capital Prepaid Visa card adds mobile RDC

August 19, 2015

Using a smartphone, cardholders can take a picture of a check and, if it's approved, load the funds to their card within minutes.

Banks struggle to capitalize on mobile customers

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

Mobile banking is on the rise, but financial institutions have yet to figure out how to connect with consumers on a smaller screen.

Will mobile payments kill cash?

August 18, 2015

A new research paper asks — and answers — the question.

Euronet aids Indonesian FI with chip card issuer-acquirer cert

August 17, 2015

Euronet and its local partner, PT Sigma Cipta Caraka, worked with Bank Antardaerah to implement support for chip card ATM and debit transactions.

EMV solution offers workaround for complex certifications

August 17, 2015

Payment solutions provider OpenEdge says its systems are tested, certified and ready to process EMV transactions.

DNA approves Fime chip card personalization validation service

August 17, 2015

The new DNA program confirms that EMV chip cards using the DNA Shared Debit AID and corresponding acceptance terminals comply with DNA requirements.

Australian banks reportedly at odds with Apple over interchange

August 17, 2015

At the center of the debate is the $2 billion in interchange fees the banks make per year.

Moldova Bank enables ATM-based money transfer with Cash By Code

August 14, 2015

For security purposes, the transaction provides a two-part code and a 24-hour time window for cash withdrawal by the recipient.

Facial recognition market to see CAGR of 9.5 pct through 2022

August 14, 2015

According to a new report, the value of the facial recognition market will more than double within the next several years.

EMV migration slows even as deadline looms

August 14, 2015

The reasons for the slowdown — and its longer-term implications — are the subject of a new research note by Mercator.

DNA collaborative taps Gemalto for EMV consulting

August 14, 2015

The company's consultants executed a strategy that details card, terminal and personalization requirements for EMV debit implementation.

ABnote, MeaWallet team to offer brandable mobile wallet

August 14, 2015

The companies say that their collaboration offers ABnote customers a simple path to EMV-based mobile payments.

Preview: 2015 ATM & Mobile Innovation Summit

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

Technology offers new ways for consumers to hold, control and spend their money. This summit promises to help execs get their arms around the former and meet…