NOVELPAY has recently announced that the PAX A77 has achieved PCI PTS Version 7.0 certification, a critical security standard for PIN-enabled payment devices.

Details of PAX A77’s PCI PTS Version 7.0 Certification

The certification was granted by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) and verified by UL Transaction Security based in the Netherlands. This move will facilitate NOVELPAY’s efforts to deliver an enhanced solution tailored for European partners and merchants.

NOVELPAY remains committed to addressing the evolving needs, preferences, and demands of its clients while ensuring strict adherence to regulatory requirements and industry laws.

Enhancements Brought by PCI PTS 7.0 Certification

The new standard has been designed to bolster the security posture of the global payments ecosystem. The A77’s certification ensures improved security architecture for both hardware and software, along with end-to-end encryption for PIN-based transactions. It also includes robust tamper detection features to secure PIN entry and comprehensive support for DUKPT and key management with TDES and AES.

Moreover, this certification enables acquirer-configurable user interface prompts and multi-form payment acceptance, which include chip (ICC), magnetic stripe (MSR), contactless (CTLS), and third-party applications. This initiative is a significant step for the payment industry, empowering NOVELPAY’s clients to stay ahead of security and compliance demands with cutting-edge technology designed for development.

Additionally, by leveraging European-based technical expertise, regional regulatory insights, and enhanced deployment support, NOVELPAY aims to provide its partners and users with the benefits of advanced payment hardware solutions.