The PCI PED 2.0 standard is the next generation mandate that applies to companies that make devices that accept PIN entry. Certified PED (PIN Entry Device) laboratories validate adherence to the PED 2.0 standard, which has requirements for device characteristics and management. The updated standard includes a more stringent focus on card reader and keypad protection, and key management.
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The PCI PTS 3.0 is the latest version of the PIN Transaction (PTS) security requirements. After 3 years of planning the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) release version 3.0 on May 12, 2010. PCI PTS 3.0 strengthens existing requirements to increase security, and expands the scope of the program by adding three new modules for open protocols, integration and secure reading and exchange of data.
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The EMV standards are a series of specifications and testing procedures for EMV chip payment cards and card accepting devices, such as point of sale (POS) terminals and ATMs. A primary goal of the EMV standards, and EMVCo as an organization, is to help facilitate the global interoperability and compatibility of chip-based payment cards and payment terminals.