As digital and contactless payments continue to expand globally, security and regulatory compliance have become essential requirements for payment terminals deployed in financial and retail environments. EMVCo, jointly founded by major global card networks including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Discover, and UnionPay, defines and manages worldwide standards for chip-based, contactless, and mobile payment technologies.
Industry sources note that EMVCo certification is widely regarded as a critical gateway to international digital payment markets, given its stringent testing procedures, extended validation timelines, and demanding requirements for tightly integrated hardware and software architectures.