CONVENIENCE, SECURITY, AND RELIABILITY FOR CONSUMERS

What began 50 years ago as a service for select customers is now an indispensable tool for both consumers and business, with nearly two-thirds of American families using payment cards routinely. Indeed, the evolution of electronic payment cards has ignited a technological revolution in consumer purchasing power. With a swipe of a card or a click of the mouse, electronic payments systems process funds, help protect against fraud, and finalize purchases. [READ MORE]

FUEL FOR BUSINESS AND THE ECONOMY

As a vital part of the 21st century economy, payment cards help businesses see more sales, greater fraud protections, and faster payment. Without this technology, commerce on the Internet would be virtually nonexistent. Indeed, the current system is a finely tuned economic engine that is performing better and better each year. [READ MORE]