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The trend towards biometric authentication has been further accelerated by the global pandemic. Hygienic touchless identification solutions have become critically important. And, with customers already familiar with using biometric solutions on their phones, the growth of this industry only looks to continue. In this blog we will evaluate this growth and discuss some of the potential opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Digital payments have sky-rocketed in popularity as consumers have sought new, more hygienic ways to pay. SoftPOS payments offer numerous benefits to consumers and merchants alike. Comprised of software solutions that run on Android Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) devices, they can enable digital payment acceptance in a cost-effective and simple way.
Fime is proud to sponsor Seamless Asia to discuss the future of payment, banking & e-commerce. Visit our virtual booth and benefit from our multibrand expertise in payments with our full offerings.
EMV® closed-loop? A new perspective on EMV in transit and the key use cases. Fime shared its expertise on EMV at Transit Ticketing and Fare Collection in Europe. Watch the replay.
Fime’s Global+ test tool has been awarded twelve new qualifications by GlobalPlatform, the standard for secure digital services and devices. Powered by the Fime Test Factory platform, Global+ is the world’s first fully cloud-based card and mobile payment application test tool.
In today’s frequently changing payments landscape, stakeholders are embracing new technologies to reflect shifting consumer behaviors. One such technology is SoftPOS, a solution which uses Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) devices to accept contactless payments. In fact, 41% of small business owners are investigating the possibility of accepting payments via mobile device.
Qonto is the European leader in Business Finance management for SMEs and freelancers founded by Steve and Alexandre Prot. More than a bank, Qonto simplifies everyday banking, accounting and expense management for more than 150,000 businesses, with its fast and innovative product, responsive customer service and transparent prices.
This eBook explores some of the key considerations vendors and OEMs face when developing and integrating biometric solutions.
It outlines the need for strategies to be clearly defined, and highlights the role testing can play in biometric success.
Learn how Fime can help you to manage Google Pay process and requirements with corresponding testing services. Watch our webinar to know more and ensure a seamless implementation plan.
SoftPOS solutions harness untapped potential of smartphones and address a wide range of use cases that could change the retail game for merchants and consumers. But the success of this technology rest...
The global digital payment market is expected to reach $236.10 billion by 2028. With much of this growth attributed to the emergence of new technologies, those looking to capitalize on the growth of digital might not know where to start.
Fime has collaborated with the Government of India to develop and launch the testing infrastructure for India’s National Common Mobility Card (NCMC). Part of the national Make in India program, the ambitious initiative will deliver ‘One nation, one mobility card’ to bring unity, efficiency and smoother end-to-end travel experiences to India.
Fime and Fingerprint Cards AB (Fingerprints™) have collaborated to achieve compliance with Mastercard’s Reference Specifications for Fingerprints’ latest T-Shape ® sensor module and software platf...
Fime is supporting the unification of European payment terminal compliance with its Eval+ test tool. Fime experts have designed and delivered the strategic testing plan and tools for the CPACE (CPA Contactless Extensions) ecosystem.
We discussed about Discover end-to-end certification process and technical specifications for POS, vendors and banks in Bahrain & Kuwait to prepare for Discover payment acceptance.
Fime has extended its portfolio of biometric consultancy and testing services to its Taiwan laboratory. Now accredited by the FIDO Alliance Biometric Component Certification Program, Fime is supporting APAC device manufacturers, and biometric component and software providers, with local services.
Fime has become the first to help APAC EMV®* 3-D Secure (EMV 3DS) vendors with local EMV 3DS pre-compliance and compliance service. EMV 3DS protocols are key to...
With the global digital payments market set to be worth some $8,059.3 billion by 2023 , at a CAGR of 20%, payments are undergoing a rapid period of growth and transformation.
New payment methods, such as real-time payments, initiatives such as open banking, and technologies like as biometrics, all contribute to a constantly evolving ecosystem. The potential for innovation and optimization is clear.
But if this value is to be realized, players must first ensure the security and interoperability of new products and technologies. A robust certification process is one way to achieve this.
The Japanese payments market has long been something of a paradox. On the one hand, Japan boasts the third-largest economy in the world and is a culture synonymous with high-tech and innovation.
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Fime has continued its mission to evolve and digitize testing processes with the launch of its fully cloud-based, automated test tool, Global+ . The new tool is qualified to validate Level 2 ...
Stéphanie Pietri, Brand & Digital Marketing Director at Fime spoke with the Fime CEO Lionel Grosclaude to discuss how the company has changed and how this new Fime embodies our vision for the future.
Fime’s EMV 3DS Test Platform has been qualified and its lab accredited by EMVCo for Software Development Kit (SDK) type approval testing for Android and iOS apps. This supports SDK providers and the ...
What’s in the e-Book? This eBook provides insight into some of the challenges facing the payments market and how setting up and managing a certification body can help address these challenges and dr...
Along with Fime’s comprehensive expertise and technical consultancy services, this latest EMVCo qualification gives manufacturers access to local lab services when launching their contactless payment and transport solutions.
Having better control of the payment chain, EPI will be able to facilitate omnichannel customer journeys while maintaining a high level of security.
Fime is now helping smartphone OEMs, and biometric component and software providers to evaluate anti-spoofing abilityk and achieve successful Android compliance.
In this interview with The Digital Fifth, Angaj Bhandari discusses the various subjects on open banking from global and Indian perspective. He shares his view on business models, standardization and implementation of open banking. He also explains how Fime can support ecosystem players to come on board smoothly and securely.
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Built on 20 years of history, Seamless Middle East brings together every year the regional payments, banking and fintech ecosystem for two days of creative exchange, networking, inspiring talks. It is about the big ideas, market disruptors, top industry trends and technologies on which the future marketplace will operate.
Fime and Bridge powered by Bankin’, have partnered to help banks fast-track the functional and security testing of their APIs to achieve exemption from the fall back mechanism under thePSD2 regulation.
After several months of research, 16 banks representing five European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain) approved the official launch of a new European payment scheme called the European Payments Initiative (EPI).
Fime has been qualified to deliver Visa Contactless Payment Specifications (VCPS) Level 2 terminal testing at its San Jose lab.
After several months of research, 16 banks representing five European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain) approved the official launch of a new European payment scheme called the European Payments Initiative (EPI).
After several months of research, 16 banks representing five European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain) approved the official launch of a new European payment scheme called the European Payments Initiative (EPI).
After several months of research, 16 banks representing 5 European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain) approved the official launch of a new European payment scheme called the European Payments Initiative (EPI) on July 2nd 2020. In this series, we explore the purpose of the initiative and how it plans to achieve its ambitious goals.
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In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how Fime supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
SmartPesa develops payments and agency banking solutions for merchantsand banks across the globe. Using an intuitive mobile app and / or card terminal, merchants enjoy a simple unified one-stop solution for accepting smart multi-channel payments online and offline, instant access to transaction histories and automated reconciliations....
Fime’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. Fime continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
What’s in the presentation? Have an overview of the benefits and the implementation of nexo standards ISO20022
Fime is the first laboratory in Korea to support the local terminal vendors and Value Added Network (VAN) companies with JCB contactless terminal testing. Banks, solution providers, terminal vendors a...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
*Introduction headline* Fime has been chosen by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to support the growth and expansion of its Nol Card unified transportation network. Fime provides third-par...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
EMV 3-D Secure is one solution that’s leading the way in the CNP ‘catch up’. But what is EMV 3DS? And why is it important for the future of CNP payments?
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
In this TV interview with BFM BUSINESS, Fime CEO Lionel Grosclaude discusses the complexities facing the global payments ecosystem & explains how Fime is supporting stakeholders to keep up with the latest technologies, standards & market needs.
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
As None [1] data breaches continue to rise globally, protecting the integrity of customer data (especially in the payments world) is vital. One essential security standard helping keep such data sec...
mada is the brand name for the payment scheme in Saudi Arabia. mada central payment switch processes all inter-bank automated teller machines (ATMs) transactions and directly drives all point-of-sale (POS) terminals on behalf of acquirer banks throughout the country.
As None [1] data breaches continue to rise globally, protecting the integrity of customer data (especially in the payments world) is vital. One essential security standard helping keep such data sec...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
Fime has been authorized by None [1] PayCert to evaluate payment solution implementations against the latest nexo standards Acquirer Protocol v6.0. This completes Fime’s end-to-end portfolio of nexo...
Fime's EMV®* 3-D Secure (3DS) test platform and laboratory have been qualified by EMVCo for ACS component testing, protocol 2.1. The combination of an automated test platform and the expertise of Fim...
To support India’s EMV® migration, Fime is launching the country’s first Level 1 contactless testing laboratory and certification services. Payment terminal manufacturers will benefit from local supp...
None [1] Fime has supported the Taiwan Association of Information and Communication Standards ( None [2] TAICS ) to standardize contactless transit fare collection and micro retail payments. To addr...
As None [1] data breaches continue to rise globally, protecting the integrity of customer data (especially in the payments world) is vital. One essential security standard helping keep such data sec...
Fime offers consultancy and testing services to support the development and launch of software-based mobile point of sale (SoftPOS) solutions. SoftPOS developers can now ensure the functionality, inte...
As None [1] data breaches continue to rise globally, protecting the integrity of customer data (especially in the payments world) is vital. One essential security standard helping keep such data sec...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
PCI DSS has been around for a long time but, shockingly, some payments actors do not take it seriously and others do not even know if they fall under its scope.
Fime continues innovation and adapts testing in line with the rapid digital transformation of the global payments industry. The new Fime Test Factory 4.0 platform enables payment actors to accelerate...
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Urban mobility is making great advancements in India. Rising consumer demands and government initiatives have driven the creation of more innovative, secure mobility services and, most recently the cr...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
*Account-based ticketing, or ABT, is high on the transport industry’s agenda. It offers travellers choice and flexibility in the fare media they use – whether that be a smartphone, wearable, smartcard...
None [1] Fime Savvi and None [2] Fime Savvi Test Host tools have been qualified by Brazilian payment network Elo to perform terminal validation testing to meet growing demand for card payments. Braz...
Fime announced that its testing laboratories have been accredited by EMVCo for EMV®* Contactless Interface v3.0. Card, terminal, smartphone and wearable manufacturers can now align with EMVCo’s updat...
None [1] Transport Ticketing Global has rapidly become the event for the transport ticketing industry, growing in popularity year on year. So much so, in fact, that the audience has outgrown the conf...
Standards. They form a significant part of the end-to-end financial services testing and consulting Fime provides, and in the world of payments, they’re far from new. Yet, despite a lot being achieved...
EMV 3-D Secure is one solution that’s leading the way in the CNP ‘catch up’. But what is EMV 3DS? And why is it important for the future of CNP payments?
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
Fime’s Shenzhen laboratory is now accredited by EMVCo to deliver contactless EMV ® Level 1 card, terminal and mobile, and contact EMV Level 2 terminal testing, debugging and type approval services. ...
fluctuat nec mergitur. Ensure readiness of your terminal for payment scheme approval. * Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nulla quam velit, vulputate eu pharetra nec, mattis ac neque. Duis vulputate ...
Fime has been approved by Mastercard to deliver biometric authentication certification services in line with its new guidelines for mobile device sensors. The certification program enables mobile, wea...
Fime’s Japanese laboratory is the first in the country accredited to perform testing in line with the Discover Global Network Contactless Reader specification and the EMV® C-6 specification. Contactl...
Transport ticketing is an interesting and complex ecosystem that’s seen a rapid period of evolution in recent years. With an increasing convergence with payments, the rise in new form factors and the ...
Open banking. In the last year or so, this concept has given Europe’s financial world a lot to grapple with. The implementation of some pretty historic legislation (did someone say PSD2?), and the ent...
EMV 3-D Secure is one solution that’s leading the way in the CNP ‘catch up’. But what is EMV 3DS? And why is it important for the future of CNP payments?
Global technical association, OSPT Alliance has collaborated with Fime to develop and launch a technical training program. It will educate security, ID, payment, access control and transport players ...
Fime is the first to have both its test tool and laboratory qualified by GlobalPlatform in line with the GSMA’s latest consumer eUICC SGP.23 specifications and the SIMalliance Interoperable Profile. F...
Fime and Barnes International announced that their jointly-developed personalization validation tool (PVT) is qualified against the latest Mastercard PVT Tool Release 2018 Requirements v11.3 March 20...
In this Q&A, we speak to Pierre Aurel, Product Manager at Synthesis, to learn more about how FIME supported them to achieve the first automated Mastercard TEI accreditation for a new SoftPOS solution.
China’s love affair with mobile has grown rapidly. With the staggering popularity of mobile-based social applications such as WeChat, its unsurprising over 70% of handsets in the country are now smart...
FIME’s Test Platform has been qualified by EMVCo enabling it to test EMV 3DS Server (3DSS) modules. FIME continues to expand its testing and consulting services portfolio to support issuers, acquirer...
It’s estimated that None [1] more than 2 billion people today own an NFC-enabled device, and we’re seeing more industries take advantage of the contactless technology. More consumers are using NFC-ba...
EMV 3-D Secure is one solution that’s leading the way in the CNP ‘catch up’. But what is EMV 3DS? And why is it important for the future of CNP payments?
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