Diebold accommodates self-service, assisted self-service functionality

November 21, 2014

The in-lobby solution helps FIs deliver on their branch transformation and omnichannel software strategies, the company says.

6-year-olds with smartphones? That's what Ericsson predicts

November 21, 2014

Yes, you read that right. What's more, the mobile network provider predicts that units will exceed 6.1 billion by 2020.

Study: Mobile transaction users to top 2B by 2017

November 18, 2014

The consumption of services such as banking, money transfer, as well as purchases of goods and services via mobile device is surging, Juniper Research says.

FIS executive discusses the convergence of mobile and ATMs

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

Company claims more than 27 million mobile banking customers as it tries to find the best experience for users.

New report outlines effective mobile strategies for FIs

November 10, 2014

Mobile banking capabilities are joining ATM and branch location as important factors in consumers' choice of a financial institution, research shows.

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…

Episys Anywhere app expands CU staff, self-service capabilities

October 31, 2014

The new native app powered by Maluzai software enables CU employees to conduct branch activities on a tablet, and delivers a new channel for in-branch…

Two merchants pull the plug on NFC (and Apple Pay) as MCX looms

by Will Hernandez — Editor, NetWorld Media Group

CVS and Rite Aid turned off NFC support last week, raising the ire of Apple supporters who vowed to take their business to Walgreens.

Report examines efforts to regulate mobile payments, standardize technology

October 30, 2014

Countries have begun enacting regulatory frameworks, hoping to encourage interoperability and ensure widespread adoption of mobile payments.

AMIS highlights: 'This year's conference was also terrific'

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

A video journal of highlights and attendee comments from the second annual ATM & Mobile Innovation Summit in Washington, D.C.

New guide offers a comprehensive view of ATM and mobile integration

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

The free downloadable publication includes 53 pages of survey results, case studies and interviews with innovators in the areas of ATM and mobile channel…

FIME urges financial industry to add NFC along with EMV

October 27, 2014

The company says the financial industry should expect growing consumer demand for contactless following the rollout of Apple Pay.

Encap platform incorporates Apple Touch ID for mobile banking apps

October 27, 2014

Fingerprint security joins PIN entry, device location and user behavior as options for user authentication in mobile banking applications.

The ATM industry: Bound for ... where?

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

Industry experts fielded questions at PayThink 2014 in a session dedicated to sussing out the future of the ATM.

Apple Pay: A short-term plan for 500 banks?

Costs associated with the Apple partnership might accelerate financial institutions' plans to release their own mobile wallets — perhaps even with some help…

Nearly 40 percent of US mobile banking users worry about identity theft

October 20, 2014

Not surprisingly, older users of mobile banking apps are more fearful than younger users about having their mobile banking data hacked.

More UK banks join Paym

October 14, 2014

Clydesdale Bank, Isle of Man Bank, NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank and Yorkshire Bank are among the new banks that will offer Paym this year.

New industry report examines consumer habits, preferences in mobile banking, payments

October 9, 2014

The survey-based report documents ways in which mobile users in the US, UK, India and Brazil are incorporating mobile banking and payments into day-to-day life.

Why the ATM Industry should embrace Apple Pay

The potential for interaction between the ATM and the device consumers see as key to their lifestyle — the smartphone — could increase the perceived value of…

Citi intros checkless checking account

September 25, 2014

With more people banking via ATM, online and mobile channels, fewer customers are demanding paper checks, Citi found.