2015 ATM and Self-Service Software Trends

In its eighth installment, the "ATM and Self-Service Software Trends 2015" guide moves in an exciting new direction by focusing keenly on the survey responses…

Presented by KAL ATM Software GmbH

As cash becomes quaint, are ATMs on a path to obsolescence?

Now that we have so many other alternatives to fulfill our banking needs — we can deposit a check with a snap from our smartphones — do we really need ATMs?

ATM cash-outs drive up cross-border fraud on UK debit cards

June 26, 2015

Though the US ranks third in total cross-border transactions on UK cards, it ranks first in fraudulent cross-border transactions on those cards, FICO says.

Half of Internet users feel safer banking at branch than online

June 26, 2015

If they're among the 20 percent of users who do nothing to protect their financial data online, they're probably right.

ATMIA accepting speaker proposals for 2016 conference

June 24, 2015

The ATM Industry Association has selected the theme, "Connecting consumers and their money to the ATM," for the Feb. 23–25 event in New Orleans.

Study: Most smart card holders clueless about EMV

June 24, 2015

A new study by Javelin reveals that EMV card distribution does not necessarily equate to EMV cardholder awareness.

FBI issues ransomware warning, offers tips for prevention

June 23, 2015

The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center says that ransomware continues to spread, posing a threat to individuals and businesses alike.

Global cash demand outstrips economic growth, study shows

June 22, 2015

Cash in circulation worldwide grew at an average pace of 8.9 percent annually from 2009 through 2013, despite economic growth rates of less than 3 percent for…

The Bitcoin ATM: An objective view

The new 'Bitcoin ATMs 101' guide from ATM Marketplace cuts to the chase on the risks and rewards of mixing traditional and virtual currencies at the ATM.

Report: Prepaid gaining favor as checking account alternative

June 16, 2015

Surcharge-free ATM access is a component of all four cards named 'Best Alternative Checking Account' in a new study by CardHub.

How ATM software will empower the evolving branch

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

A June 30 webinar will introduce highlights from the annual 'ATM Software Trends and Analysis' guide, now in its 8th edition.

Co-op Shared Branch rises to No. 3 among largest US branch networks

June 12, 2015

With 5,341 branch locations to US Bank's 5,244, Co-op Shared Branch has joined Chase and Wells Fargo in the top three, FDIC data shows.

Survey: In mobile payments, enthusiasm outpaces adoption

June 9, 2015

The financial services industry tends to align its outlook with the potential of a technology rather than consumer expectations, Compass Plus survey shows.

After the chip card: A chargeback tsunami?

What can we learn from Canada's experience weathering the fraud fallout that followed EMV migration?

'In the middle of the action': The ATM in an omnichannel world

The ATM should be central to the omnichannel experience. Here's why.

Study: Consumers leaving no banking channel behind

June 5, 2015

Despite technological advances, 84 percent of respondents say that five years from now they'll still want access to the same channels they use today.

Study: EMV a $35B 'money pit' for merchants

June 5, 2015

A new report from research firm IHL says that an "EMV tax" imposes an unrealistic burden on retailers — and creates a mess for consumers.

May's top ATM reads

by Suzanne Cluckey — Owner, Suzanne Cluckey Communications

Fiscal fitness was top of mind for ATM industry members in May; three of the top five stories covered Q1 results for bellwether companies in the ATM sector.

The Case for Cash: 10 myth-busting truths about money

A review of some of the most compelling reasons why we should defend the future of cash as a consumer payment choice.

Report: Mobile tops ATM as banking screen of first choice

May 29, 2015

A new study from Javelin finds that nearly 25 percent of mobile users now name it as the go-to mode of access for their primary bank checking account.