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What is an EFT Payment? Everything to Know About This Method of Payment

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EFT payments have been around for many decades and have federal laws to protect the electronic transfer of funds. One such federal law is the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA) , which passed in 1978. Businesses are encouraged to employ comprehensive cybersecurity practices to reduce risk.

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An Overview of Payment Regulation In The USA

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Additionally, payment regulation mandates stringent security measures, data protection standards, and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations to thwart fraud, cybersecurity breaches, and illicit financial activities.