13 Oct 25 @ 13:25

The financial services industry is on the cusp of a technological transformation. Quantum computing, long the preserve of theoretical physics and laboratory prototypes, is edging closer to practical application.  Its... read more

11 Feb 25 @ 11:08

The era of quantum computing is rapidly approaching, and its impact on the payments industry is poised to be transformative. As quantum technology advances, it offers unparalleled computational power, introducing... read more

14 Dec 23 @ 16:05

UK Finance has launched two reports analysing the risks and opportunities of quantum computing for the UK financial services sector. The reports, Quantum Risks, and, Quantum Opportunities together set out... read more

29 Dec 22 @ 03:28

In Q1 2021, Mastercard saw one billion more contactless transactions compared to the same period in 2020, and in Q2 2021, 45 percent of all in-person checkout transactions globally were... read more

18 Feb 21 @ 09:51

Mastercard says it will enhance contactless payments by applying the latest quantum-resistant technologies. Mastercard says it has designed the Enhanced Contactless (Ecos) specifications to increase the security and convenience of... read more

08 Jun 17 @ 13:03

Codes and ciphers have been around since the time of the Greeks. As cryptography underpins much of the security behind financial systems, we examine its evolving uses, plus the possible... read more

06 Aug 19 @ 12:17

The rise of digital payments is one reason why some analysts predict heavy weather for the major card networks. Others include tighter regulation, possible disintermediation through open banking innovations, creaking... read more

01 Jun 18 @ 09:52

Verifone says it has implemented AES DUKPT with its end-to-end encryption solution, VeriShield Total Protect, its Engage family of payment devices and Carbon 8 & 10. Co-designed by Verifone, AES DUKPT is a new security key... read more