CB Insights

MARCH 27, 2019

These high-profile data breaches (among many others over the last few years) have put the general public on high alert, with talk of data protection becoming an increasing priority. Read our future of data security report for more on this topic. ). The Controversies.

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Cybersecurity Encryption Data Breach Breach 76

The Fintech Times

APRIL 8, 2024

Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, encrypted, and securely stored in the Secure Element, an industry-standard, certified chip designed to store the payment information safely on the device. Customers can also generate real-time transaction statements, and cater to various reconciliation needs.

Credit Cards 59

Credit Cards PCI DSS Commercial Card Treasury Management 59

Clearly Payments

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Pros Fast and secure transactions. Accepts contactless and EMV chip cards , which are more secure than magnetic stripes. The payment gateway encrypts the data and securely transfers it to the card issuer for approval. Suitable for high-volume retail and service environments. Transaction fees range from 1.5%

Credit Cards 105

Credit Cards Payment Gateways Gateways Point-of-Sale (POS) 105

Stax

MARCH 5, 2025

These devices read the data on the EMV chip of a customer’s physical card, or securely accept the data being transmitted by NFC for a contactless payment. Security Its a given to have a provider that protects cardholder data in this digital age.

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Clearly Payments

MARCH 22, 2024

The Technology Behind Mobile Payments Mobile payments rely on a sophisticated blend of technologies to facilitate seamless, secure, and convenient transactions. At the heart of mobile payment systems are Near Field Communication (NFC), Quick Response (QR) codes, and secure elements such as encryption and tokenization.

Contactless Payments 105

Contactless Payments Online and Mobile Banking Mobile Payments Payments 105

Fintech Finance

APRIL 8, 2024

Instead, a unique Device Account Number is assigned, encrypted, and securely stored in the Secure Element, an industry-standard, certified chip designed to store the payment information safely on the device. Apple Pay is easy to set up.

Credit Cards 52

Credit Cards PCI DSS Commercial Card Contactless Payments 52

Evolve Payment

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Table of Contents PCI Compliance in a Nutshell PCI compliance, also known as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard , or PCI-DSS, is an important standard that major credit card companies like Visa and Mastercard have adopted to protect themselves and their merchants from the risks associated with exposed cardholder data.

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PYMNTS

JULY 17, 2019

The most recently-issued cards feature encryption and chips, containing personal information spanning gender, address and ethnicity. Across Europe, North America and elsewhere, there have been at least some government mandates about how data is handled. Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation springs to mind.).

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Verification Cross-Border Push-to-Card Online and Mobile Banking 74

Payment Savvy

JULY 3, 2024

Security Measures in Debit Card Payment Processing Here’s a breakdown of security measures employed in debit card payment processing: Encryption Encryption involves converting sensitive information (debit card numbers and personal details) into a coded format that is unreadable without a unique decryption key.

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Stax

APRIL 18, 2024

Modern POS systems often come with built-in card readers capable of accepting various payment methods, including EMV chip cards, magnetic stripe cards, and contactless payments (NFC). EMV-compliant terminals are essential to process chip card transactions securely, reducing the risk of fraudulent activities.

Credit Cards 88

Credit Cards Process Online and Mobile Banking Processors 88

Stax

APRIL 18, 2024

This technology enables merchants to conduct transactions on the go, typically with both mobile wallet solutions like iOS’ Apple Pay, as well as tap-to-pay, magstripe, and chip cards like American Express, Visa, and Mastercard. This is facilitated through mobile apps or attachments that can accept credit card swipes, taps, or chip inserts.

Credit Cards 88

Credit Cards Process Online and Mobile Banking Mobile Payments 88

Exact Payments

JANUARY 4, 2024

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) plays a crucial role in protecting cardholder data for businesses that accept credit card payments. This set of security guidelines is mandated by major credit card associations such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

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PCI DSS Compliance Audit Encryption 52

EBizCharge

APRIL 25, 2024

Merchant accounts provide a secure channel for handling sensitive financial information, such as cardholder data, in compliance with industry standards like the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Contactless payments are also highly secure.

Online and Mobile Banking 52

Online and Mobile Banking Debit Card Credit Cards Contactless Payments 52

BNG Payments

JANUARY 7, 2022

Ensure Your Business is PCI Compliant You've probably already heard a lot about the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), commonly known as PCI. First introduced in 2006, it's a popular standard used by merchants to protect cardholder data. Here's how. If not, inquire why.

Credit Cards 52

Credit Cards Mitigation Risk PCI DSS 52

Clearly Payments

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption became a standard, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information during online transactions. The past decade has been characterized by a focus on enhancing security measures, with the widespread adoption of EMV (Europay, Mastercard, Visa) chip technology.

Processors 52

Processors ISOs Payment APIs and Integration Payments 52

EBizCharge

JULY 2, 2024

It also enhances security, as modern contactless payment options like digital wallets and chip cards are equipped with advanced encryption, protecting sensitive customer information from potential fraud. Customers can securely store their payment card information and use their smartphones for transactions.

Contactless Payments 52

Contactless Payments Payments Disputes Online and Mobile Banking 52

CB Insights

AUGUST 25, 2017

By encrypting down to the hardware level and leveraging blockchain technology, Filament’s decentralized network stack allows any device to connect, interact, and transact independent of a central authority. Some startups are looking to build blockchain technology into an IoT platform as well.

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Blockchain Law Enforcement Bitcoin Transactions 78

PYMNTS

APRIL 22, 2020

In a truly connected continuum, he said, the Internet of Things (IoT) can transform everyday items — where a water bottle can have a 5G chip embedded that monitors how often an individual picks it up and sips, and knows when it’s empty. The Question Of Security. Increased connectivity, he said, begs the question of data security.

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EBizCharge

MAY 12, 2025

With cyber threats on the rise and consumer security expectations at an all-time high, implementing a secure payment processing system has become a foundational business requirement not just a best practice. Encryption converts sensitive customer and payment data into a coded format during online transactions.

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