Reports offer conflicting forecasts on installed ATM growth

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

One report attributes growth to next-generation machines, while the other points to cash demand.

ATM security threats diversify

by Dominic Hirsch — manager, Retail Banking Research

The world's largest ATM security conference (ATM Security 2011) was held in London last month and it is clear that ATM security is still a major issue.

ATM Comparison Guide 2012 offers guidance for current, future business climate

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Detailed specs were gathered from manufacturers to provide purchasing decision assistance.

Nigerian ATM cardholders reach 10 million

November 20, 2011

According to Vanguard.com, the number of ATM cardholders in Nigeria has reached 10 million, as announced by Interswitch's director of payment and business…

Report: U.S. accounts for 47 percent of world's debit card fraud losses

November 20, 2011

The U.S. currently accounts for 47 percent of global credit and debit card fraud even though it generates only 27 percent of the total volume of purchases and…

Wincor Nixdorf working with German Federal Ministry on ATM security research project

November 15, 2011

According to Finextra.com, biometric technology provider Morpho is working with Wincor Nixdorf, the University of Paderborn and data security company Achelos…

Canadian smartphone owners expect to use mobile banking in next 24 months

Large percentage say they still prefer online or traditional banking methods.

EAST publishes third European fraud update for 2011

Cash trapping is on the rise and the U.S. remains at the top for skimming losses.

Three things issuers should consider before migrating to EMV

by Terry Dooley — SVP & CIO, ITS, Inc

The hot topic in the payments industry today is the recent push by the major card associations for moving to EMV in the U.S. The transition to EMV will be a…

New survey reveals bank customers' dissatisfaction with ATM fees

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Seventy-seven percent don't believe it is right to charge an ATM fee.

Not unbanked, untapped

by Arjan Schutte — Managing Partner, Core Innovation Capital

Most believe the underserved are large in numbers and small in market potential. Of course, micro lenders around the world, such as Nobel laureate Grameen…

Two more federal cases filed in Las Vegas against independent ATM operators

November 9, 2011

According to the Las Vegas Review, two more federal cases have been filed against independent ATM operators for allegedly not having ATM surcharge fee…

Average cash withdrawals in South Africa up again in October

November 7, 2011

Average cash withdrawal values across South Africa – as measured by the Spark Cash Index (SCI) – increased by 1.22 percent from September to October this year.

Bank of America offers EMV chip cards to U.S. international travelers

November 7, 2011

Bank of America Merrill Lynch, a global commercial card provider to corporate and government entities, today announced that it would be expanding its offering…

Wincor Nixdorf survey finds U.S. consumers not eager to give up checkbooks

November 7, 2011

Despite the tremendous growth of debit cards, electronic payments and direct payroll deposits, a nationwide consumer survey reveals that most Americans are not…

Opinions on U.S. EMV implementation differ at ATM, Debit & Prepaid Forum

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

A risk management consultant urges adoption, while major bank and ATM players express resistance.

Paragon presents ATM voice guidance, EMV solutions at ATM, Debit & Prepaid Forum

November 2, 2011

Paragon Application Systems, a provider of ePayment simulation, configuration and testing solutions to the payment technology industry, is presenting ATM voice…

Open Solutions CEO pens open letter to FDIC chairman

The CEO asks the chairman to help protect community banks.

ATMIA, Tremont Capital release Visa/Plus impact on IADs study

November 2, 2011

The ATM Industry Association and Tremont Capital Group, a consulting firm specializing in the ATM industry, have announced the completion of a proprietary…

Cardtronics CEO offers candid perspective on EMV, interchange fees, cash outlook

by Kim Williams — Reporter, NetWorld Alliance

Rathgaber tells ATM, Debit & Prepaid Forum audience he has no intention of implementing EMV.