The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and UK based NatWest have announced the launch of TouchPay— a contactless payments service for Apple iPhone 4 and 4S models. According to a report by Telecompaper.com, an NFC-enabled, protective cover accessory will power the service. The TouchPay service was initially available to a pilot of 1,000 customers, but […]

MasterCard is preparing to launch a next-generation of credit card that will feature an LCD display and built-in keyboard. According to an ITProPortal.com report, the new card will be unveiled in Singapore this coming January, with plans for global rollout set for later in 2013. Accompanying MasterCard on the endeavor is Standard Chartered’s Asian branch […]

The NFC Forum has released its NFC Controller Interface (NCI) specification. The specification defines a standard interface within an NFC device between an NFC controller and the device’s main application processor. The new specification will make it easier for device manufacturers to integrate chipsets from various chip manufacturers and it also defines a common level […]

Oberthur Technologies announced its 1 millionth PIN deployment. The PIN by SMS service launched in 2010 and simply transmits a PIN code to a cardholder via SMS message. Oberthur’s issuance method provides card issuers with a quicker, safer and more efficient means of PIN transmission when compared to traditional paper mail, saving money in handling, […]

Gemalto announced that it has delivered more than 25 million e-Driver’s Licenses and Vehicle Registration Certificates to India. Gemalto has been providing these Sealys secure e-documents to multiple states across India since 2003. 
The Sealys smart card solution combines with the automation of business processes at decentralized regional transport offices and state level transport registers. […]

Gemalto showcased its extended range of Ezio tokens for eBanking authentication and transaction signing at Cartes 2012. The Ezio token portfolio, recently reinforced with the new Ezio Pico, combines security with convenience to support the need for instant and easy access to online banking services. Used in conjunction with the Ezio Library software development kit, […]

Gemalto launched Protiva Trade Connect, a solution designed for the demands of multi-terminal computing environments such as those used by financial traders. Protiva Trade Connect was developed in relationship with financial institutions and has been deployed across their trading floors in key financial centers globally. 
 The product is an authentication solution that delivers security […]

Students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, who are utilizing their unlimited bus ride passes will, starting next week, have to produce their student ID card as well. The bus rides are paid for by the university’s student fees account and if a non-student is using the pass, he is costing the school money. Drivers will […]