ATMmarketplace.com publishes ATM Compliance Handbook

October 26, 2011

ATMmarketplace.com has published the ATM Compliance Handbook 2012, a 29-page guide to a number of different legal and regulatory challenges facing the ATM…

U.S. Bank eliminates debit rewards program

October 25, 2011

According to KIRO 7 TV in Seattle, U.S. Bank is eliminating its "Flex Perks" debit card rewards program effective Nov. 1.

Senator Durbin questions Wells Fargo about debit fees

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

The bank posted record profit results this week, prompting inquiries into the need for debit fees.

Report discusses negative impact of Durbin Amendment on banks, consumers

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Merchants aren't incentivized to pass savings on to consumers, according to findings.

EPC supports Durbin Amendment repeal

October 13, 2011

According to Bank Tech.com, the Electronic Payments Coalition has announced its support for legislation repealing the Durbin Amendment for debit interchange…

Regulation E protects consumers, not businesses

by Robert Siciliano — speaker, IDTheftSecurity.com

Consumers enjoy a certain level of protection that business bank accounts do not, and it’s called “Regulation E.”

Wincor Nixdorf's Uwe Krause defends EPC call for standard-sized cash cassettes across Europe

The company is offering to share its technology to help develop a standard cassette.   

ATMIA Canada board meeting tackles global industry issues, current concerns

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Topics included the Canadian EMV transition and the Money-Services Businesses Act.  

Report: ATM surcharge fees increase nationwide for seventh consecutive year

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Industry experts cite the regulatory climate as the reason behind the higher fees.   

Texas bank will close 55 branch locations, blames Durbin Amendment

September 25, 2011

According to CreditNewsline.com, Laredo, Texas-based International Bancshares Corp. said Friday that it will close 55 grocery store branches and lay off 50…

Credit Donkey unveils Durbin Amendment infographic

September 25, 2011

CreditDonkey, a credit card offer comparison website, today unveiled its Durbin Amendment infographic, designed to help educate consumers about the potential…

Preparing for EMV in the United States

Recent initiatives make it a safe bet that EMV will soon be adopted in the United States.

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RBI asks all Indian banks to strengthen debit, credit security measures

September 22, 2011

The Economic Times reports that in order to minimize fraud cases and ensure the security of transactions, the Reserve Bank of India yesterday asked banks to…

ADA compliance picks up pace

by Ian Kerr — CEO, Level Four

I have spoken before about the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on the ATM, but as with any regulatory deadline there is always a…

Will banks begin charging debit fees to recover revenue lost from Durbin Amendment?

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Analysts say consumers may shift to credit and cash.  

Cardtronics helps First Bank meet new ADA guidelines

September 19, 2011

Retail ATM owner Cardtronics announced an ATM managed services agreement with Lakewood, Colo.-based FirstBank covering the bank's ATM network located in King…

Concerns voiced over looming ADA compliance deadline

Upgrade costs, lawsuits, interpretation of guidelines are causing unease.     

VIDEO: Blind man uses ATM, transaction takes more than 10 minutes

September 13, 2011

The video below shows blind film critic Tommy Edison using an ATM. The transaction takes more than 10 minutes to complete.

Durbin Amendment sponsor defends legislation

September 12, 2011

According to the Nashville Business Journal, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin yesterday defended his legislation limiting interchange fees during a press conference in…

National ATM Council promises better representation for domestic ISOs

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

The Council will replace NAAIO and ASCP.