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Diagram illustrating how a POS device identifies foreign bank cards using BIN lists

Merchant & POS

How Does a POS Device Detect Foreign Cards?

A POS is a functional device with its own dedicated software, customized according to the authorization system of the bank it is connected to, that accepts credit or debit cards. So, banks abroad launch dozens of new card products every day…

Logos of various international payment card schemes

Credit Card

What Are National and International Payment Schemes?

In the world of payment systems, just as credit cards are an indispensable product, a payment scheme is indispensable for credit cards. When a credit card product is launched, the scheme it will be issued under is decided first.

Diagram illustrating how a recycle ATM reuses deposited banknotes for withdrawals

ATM

What is a Recycle ATM?

ATM devices were originally designed for customers to withdraw cash from their accounts. But since many transactions are now possible through ATMs (for example, deposits), many improvements have been made for more effective ATM use. One of the most important examples is Recycle ATMs.

Illustration representing credit information sharing among institutions in the Credit Reference System (KRS)

Credit Card

What Is KRS (Credit Reference System)?

The Credit Reference System (KRS) is an information sharing system that, using modern methods, enables detailed information about individual credit product customers to be shared among KKB member institutions, in order to determine the risk factor…

Smartphone being used as a mobile POS device for a card payment

Merchant & POS

Mobile Phones Are Turning Into POS Devices

With advances in technology, mobile phones can now be used for many functions besides calls and internet access. One such innovation is the ability to use smartphones or tablets as POS devices.

E-commerce card data storage and security

Credit Card

Can E-Commerce Sites Store Card Details?

Legally, e-commerce sites should not store card details in their own systems; they should only use them when sending transactions. Unfortunately, some sites do not follow this rule.

Embossed debit card with raised card number and cardholder name

Debit Card

What is an embossed debit card?

The main difference between embossed debit cards and standard debit cards is that the card number, cardholder name, and expiration date are printed in raised, embossed format rather than flat.

ATM screen prompting a credit card cash withdrawal transaction

Credit Card

Can I withdraw cash from an ATM with my credit card?

You can withdraw cash from an ATM using your credit card by accessing your account. The prerequisite is that a current account must be linked to your card. If not, only limited functions are available.

Illustration representing electronic payment systems

Payment Systems

What are Payment Systems?

Let's talk about payment systems, which we have heard more about since the internet entered our lives, and the basic structures behind them. The first credit card in the world was used in America in the 1920s.

PIN pad screen on a payment terminal for entering a card PIN

Credit Card

What Happens If I Enter the Wrong PIN on Card Transactions?

Nearly all transactions where credit and debit cards are used physically require a PIN. The PIN represents the cardholder's identity. Here is what happens if a customer enters the wrong PIN too many times and how the card is restored.