A controversial Visa program to offer low prices on smart card terminals in Europe has some manufacturers worried that their industry will face more price competition and, eventually, consolidation.

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With PayPal, Apple, Amazon and others all vying to make a buck off processing people’s money, the payments space is more competitive than ever. But Google Wallet inventor Osama Bedier insists his new ...

In today’s fast-paced market, small businesses must adapt to stay competitive. Accepting credit card payments is no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses looking to thrive. Credit card ...

Starting Oct. 1, a new standard in credit card technologies goes into effect. — -- Chip-enabled credit cards will now become the standard for consumers and business owners. Banks and credit ...

Courtney Reilly-Larke is the deputy editor of Forbes Advisor Canada. Previously, she was the associate editor of personal finance at MoneySense. She was also managing editor of Best Health Magazine ...

A credit card authorization key is a secure code used to process transactions, confirming purchases and preventing fraud ...