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• ACS Awarded NFC Forum Certification for ACR1252U

  HONG KONG, 01 Nov, 2013 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), has received the NFC Forum Certification for its ACR1252U. The ACR1252U is a next-generation USB NFC reader and one of the first NFC Forum-certified readers in the industry. This contactless reader builds on 13.56 MHz and ISO14443 contactless technologies, which are among the most widely adhered to standards in the industry. Being authorized to use the NFC Forum Certification Mark proves that the ACR1252U can truly perform the three NFC modes: card emulation, reader and peer-to-peer (P2P). The ACR1252U performs these by mimicking an NFC card/tag, reading an NFC card/tag and interacting with other NFC mobile phones/devices, respectively. Together, these technical features mean that the ACR1252U is good not only for traditional network security and loyalty applications, but also for some interesting and creative NFC applications, such as smart posters, mobile payments, and file exchange with other NFC devices. The NFC Forum Certification is also an industry gold standard of compliance that guarantees a level of interoperability with other NFC devices. Given the foreseen upsurge of NFC devices and applications, this interoperability makes devices more versatile and widens options for users. “The NFC Forum certification was awarded to ACR1252U after a series of laboratory tests. It is another ACS milestone and a proof of our R&D efforts devoted to NFC technology,” said Gilbert Leung, VP of Sales and Marketing. “ACS is happy and excited to be one of the forerunners in creating and facilitating adoption of different NFC applications.” Engineering samples of the ACR1252U will be available at the end of 2013. Users who want to be updated regarding sample availability or ask about other NFC solutions may email [email protected]. About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/. About NFC Forum The Near Field Certification Forum advances use of NFC technology through: developing and promoting standards-based NFC specifications; ensuring that products claiming NFC capabilities comply with NFC Forum specifications; and educating consumers and enterprises worldwide about NFC technology. Through these efforts, the NFC forum ensures interoperability among solutions, and “provides a highly stable framework for extensive application development, seamless interoperable solutions, and security for NFC-enabled transactions.” Learn more about the NFC Forum at http://www.nfc-forum.org.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1220/acs-awarded-nfc-forum-certification-for-acr1252u/
• ACS an Exhibitor and Speaker in Cartes 2013

  HONG KONG, 11 Nov, 2013 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), will be speaking and exhibiting its solutions in Cartes 2013. The event will be at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, on Nov 19 to 21, 2013. ACS will be in Hall 3F Booth No. 083. Aside from members of its trusty product lines, ACS will also unveil additions to its mobile card readers. One is the ACR32, a phone jack card and PC-linked reader which reads magnetic stripe and contact cards. Another is the ACR35, a phone jack card reader which reads magnetic stripe and contactless cards. ACS will also show the newest member of its contactless readers, the ACR1252U. This next-generation USB NFC reader has recently passed the NFC Forum Certification program, making it one of the first readers in the industry to receive a gold standard of compliance in terms of interoperability with other NFC devices. Gilbert Leung, ACS’s VP for Sales and Marketing, will be among the speakers of a panel discussion with the topic, “Digital Wallets & eMoney: What’s New?” on Nov 21, 4PM. The discussion will focus on Mobile POS and TSM and feature industry experts from all over the world. Those interested in smart card-based solutions are encouraged to drop by ACS’s booth, or email [email protected]. Meanwhile, for more information on Cartes 2013, please visit www.cartes.com.   About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1231/acs-an-exhibitor-and-speaker-in-cartes-2013/
• Engage with ACS at Japan IT Week Spring 2024 and IOTE 2024 Shanghai

  HONG KONG, 15 April, 2024 – Advanced Card Systems Ltd (ACS), a global leader in smart card technology, is excited to announce its participation in two pivotal industry events this year: Japan IT Week Spring 2024 and IOTE 2024 Shanghai.   Japan IT Week Spring 2024 Date: April 24 - 26, 2024 Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo, Japan Booth: 37-34 Join ACS in Tokyo at one of the most comprehensive IT events. ACS will showcase its latest advancements in smart card readers, including the recently launched ACR40U Series, ACR1552U Series and various cutting-edge products. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the technology that ACS provides and meet our team to discuss how we can support your business needs in identity and payment.   IOTE 2024 | The 21st International Internet of Things Exhibition-Shanghai Date: April 24 – 26, 2024 Venue: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center, China Booth: 3C10-1 ACS will also be exhibiting at the International Internet of Things Exhibition (IOTE) 2024 in Shanghai, the comprehensive IoT expo in Asia. We will display our innovative solutions tailored for IoT security, including smart cards and readers designed to enhance IoT system security across various industries.   Find ACS Innovations at Upcoming Industry Events ACS will showcase its latest products and technologies through live demonstrations and exclusive sessions at upcoming events. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the enhanced design of the ACR40U Series contact reader, learn about the latest NFC technologies and offerings, and discover customized smart card solutions tailored to specific industry needs. Additionally, ACS experts will be available for one-on-one consultations and scheduled sessions throughout these events, providing deeper insights into how ACS technologies can effectively be integrated into business operations. Don’t miss the chance to engage with ACS at these leading industry events. For more information or to schedule a meeting with our team, please email us at [email protected] or visit our official website at www.acs.com.hk. We look forward to meeting you in Tokyo and Shanghai!   About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers. ACS is the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. In 2010, 2014 and 2015, ACS was listed in Forbes Asia's “Best Under a Billion" list, an inter-industry list comprised of 200 top-performing publicly listed companies in the Asia-Pacific, with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion. ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at https://www.acs.com.hk/.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/2804/engage-with-acs-at-japan-it-week-spring-2024-and-iote-2024-shanghai/
• ACS was named as one of The Hong Kong’s 100 Most Influential Brands 2013

  HONG KONG, 28 Dec, 2013 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), was named as one of “The Hong Kong’s 100 Most Influential Brands for 2013” by the Word Brand Laboratory. Being selected as an influential brand is proof not only of popularity, but also of a brand’s capability to maximize shareholder value. The World Brand laboratory determines awardees through a mathematical valuation of intangible assets, including: customer loyalty, brand value, profitability, and market value. Past awardees of the distinction include internationally renowned enterprises like HSBC Hong Kong, Bank of China Hong Kong, and Cathay Pacific. Mr. Denny Wong, CEO and founder of ACS, accepted the award on behalf of ACS on Dec 27, 2013 in an award conferring ceremony (see picture). As a worldwide leader on intangible asset valuation, the World Brand Laboratory has similarly assessed well-known brands for accounting, taxation and commercial purposes. It is also the organizer of “the World’s 500 Most Influential Brands” and “the Asia’s 500 Most Influential Brands.” “This award validates the level of quality, innovation and service that ACS constantly strives to achieve,” says Denny. “ Since ACS was established, we have fostered a corporate culture of delivering on promises and maintaining integrity-this culture constantly builds a reputation for ACS. ACS will continue to combine scientific spirit and Confucius thoughts to build a sustainable electronic and information technology business which is green in order to achieve the dual purposes of business growth and environmental protection.” About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/. About World Brand Laboratory Founded in New York and headquartered in Beijing, the World Brand Laboratory is an independent consultancy that provides branding advice to all kinds of organizations, especially advice concerning effective management of intangible assets. It also promotes research, promotion, and protection of branding, and is dedicated to formulating branding concepts that are “encouraging, sustainable, and even bring significant commercial success.” Visit the World Brand Laboratory at www.worldbrandlab.com.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1321/acs-was-named-as-one-of-the-hong-kong’s-100-most-influential-brands-2013/
• ACS was named as one of The Hong Kong's 100 Most Influential Brands 2013

  HONG KONG, 28 Dec, 2013 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), was named as one of “The Hong Kong’s 100 Most Influential Brands for 2013” by the Word Brand Laboratory. Being selected as an influential brand is proof not only of popularity, but also of a brand’s capability to maximize shareholder value. The World Brand laboratory determines awardees through a mathematical valuation of intangible assets, including: customer loyalty, brand value, profitability, and market value. Past awardees of the distinction include internationally renowned enterprises like HSBC Hong Kong, Bank of China Hong Kong, and Cathay Pacific. Mr. Denny Wong, CEO and founder of ACS, accepted the award on behalf of ACS on Dec 27, 2013. As a worldwide leader on intangible asset valuation, the World Brand Laboratory has similarly assessed well-known brands for accounting, taxation and commercial purposes. It is also the organizer of “the World’s 500 Most Influential Brands” and “the Asia’s 500 Most Influential Brands.” “This award validates the level of quality, innovation and service that ACS constantly strives to achieve,” says Denny. “For years we have fostered a corporate culture of delivering on promises and maintaining integrity-and a lot of our success may be attributed to this. This award is proof that a good culture encourages success.” About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/ . About World Brand Laboratory Founded in New York and headquartered in Beijing, the World Brand Laboratory is an independent consultancy that provides branding advice to all kinds of organizations, especially advice concerning effective management of intangible assets. It also promotes research, promotion, and protection of branding, and is dedicated to formulating branding concepts that are “encouraging, sustainable, and even bring significant commercial success.” Visit the World Brand Laboratory at www.worldbrandlab.com.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/awards-recognition/1322/acs-was-named-as-one-of-the-hong-kongs-100-most-influential-brands-2013/
• ACS a Sponsor in SCA 2014 Payments Summit

  HONG KONG, 29 Jan, 2014 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), will be at the Smart Card Alliance’s seventh annual Payments Summit. It will be held on Feb 5 to 7, at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City. The event covers EMV, mobile, and transit payments. It will be a good opportunity to connect with industry players, and to attend talks and workshops on emerging technologies, considerations surrounding standards, approaches to payment, and strategies for different platforms. ACS provides payment solutions in a diverse array of form factors and connection interfaces. A few examples are: theACR123, a MasterCard Paypass and Visa Paywave payment terminal; ACR89U-A2, a handheld smart card reader with PIN-pad that offers contact and contactless support and may be equipped with a thermal printer; ACR122T, a token-sized NFC reader that supports Mifare cards, ISO 14443 Type A and B cards, and all four types of NFC tags; and the ACR31, an audio jack reader for magnetic stripe cards supporting Mobile POS (Point-of-Sales). Attendees are encouraged to get in touch with Bob Merkert, ACS President for the Americas, via 609 332 8593 or [email protected], to get a free ACR38U PocketMate Smart Card Reader during the Payments Summit. The PocketMate is a USB-sized device that transforms into a full-sized reader for contact cards through a single swivel motion. FIPS 201-certified, PC/SC-compliant, and CCID-compliant, it enables easy deployment of secure applications in e-banking, e-payment, access control, and e-government. The PocketMate may now also be used on mobile devices running on Android™ 3.1 or higher. Those interested in payment solutions are encouraged to visit www.acs.com.hk or email [email protected]. For more information on the SCA Payments Summit, click here.   About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/ .

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1397/acs-a-sponsor-in-sca-2014-payments-summit/
• ACS a Speaker and Exhibitor in Cards & Payments Asia 2014

  HONG KONG, 9 April, 2014 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS), a top worldwide supplier of smart cards and smart card readers, will be an exhibitor and speaker in Cards & Payments Asia, from Apr 23 to 24, 2014. The tradeshow will be held in Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre. ACS will be in Booth H17.Speaking on behalf of ACS are Gilbert Leung, Vice President for Sales and Marketing, and Chiqui Acedilla, Sales Manager. Gilbert will talk about how NFC can be used to drive new revenue streams from advertising and promotional opportunities. Meanwhile, Chiqui will talk about easing into digital mobile wallet adoption through loyalty applications.Among its other solutions, ACS will exhibit the ACR35, a reader for magnetic stripe cards and NFC tags. The ACR35 works with smartphones and tablets, delivering NFC capabilities even to devices without built-in NFC functionality. The ACR35 comes with a standard 3.5 mm audio jack interface, and uses AES 128 algorithm and DUKPT key management system to secure transactions. The ACR35 may be used for mobile banking and payment, e-health, and loyalty applications. It is part of ACS’s line of mobile card readers. Those interested in mobile payment solutions are encouraged to visit ACS’s booth, or email [email protected] & Payments Asia is regarded as Asia’s largest and most established tradeshow for smart cards and payments. Visitors will get not only access to a vast array of exhibitors, but also access to ideas from key industry players, and networking opportunities. The tradeshow will also include Smart Awards Asia, an awards event that recognizes outstanding sector achievements for the past 12 months. This year, ACS received two nominations in the Best Co-Branded Card category. For more information about Cards & Payments Asia, please visit: http://www.terrapinn.com/2014/cards-asia/index.stm. About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1498/acs-a-speaker-and-exhibitor-in-cards-payments-asia-2014/
• ACS Talks about NFC and Digital Mobile Wallet in Cards & Payments Asia 2014

  HONG KONG, 7 May, 2014 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS), a top worldwide supplier of smart cards and smart card readers, delivered talks about NFC and digital mobile wallet adoption in the recently concluded Cards & Payments Asia 2014 exhibition. In his talk entitled, “Non-Payment NFC,” Gilbert Leung, ACS’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, advocated exploring more purposes for NFC. Gilbert showed successful cases of the use of NFC for improved transit, parking, marketing, loyalty programs, access control, education, and training. These application areas are not only key to bringing NFC mainstream, but also represent multiple revenue streams. A wide range of transactions can be performed through NFC devices. Desktop readers, handheld readers, and even readers modules prove that NFC can be used in different environments, and for all sorts of application areas. Meanwhile, Chiqui Acedilla, ACS’s Sales Manager, delivered a talk entitled “Easing Into Digital Wallet through Loyalty Applications.” Chiqui citedas an example the e-PLUS TaptoPay project, where an all-in-one, multi-purpose, stored value contactless smart card is used by patrons of the largest mall operator and retail company in the Philippines. ACS was chosen as the sole technology partner to provide this nation-wide, end-to-end loyalty and payment solution. Since launch, the project has helped enable faster, more secure, and more convenient transactions, lower cash handling costs, and generate better reports for mall facilities and tenants.For NFC and digital wallet solutions, please email [email protected]. About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1506/acs-talks-about-nfc-and-digital-mobile-wallet-in-cards-payments-asia-2014/
• ACS an Exhibitor and Moderator in NFC Solutions Summit 2014

  HONG KONG, 30 May, 2014 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), will be at the Renaissance Austin Hotel in Austin, Texas, USA, for NFC Solutions Summit 2014. The event will be from Jun 3 to 4, 2014. ACS will be in Booth 100. ACS will exhibit the ACR122U, a CCID-compliant reader that also supports MIFARE, FeliCa, and ISO 14443 Type A and B technologies; and the ACR122T, a token version of the ACR122U that is both PC/SC and CCID-compliant. ACS will also display the ACR123, a terminal that offers far-ranging compatibility by supporting ISO 14443, MIFARE, MasterCard PayPass, and Visa payWave cards. ACS will also show its latest contactless reader, the ACR1252, and its latest mobile card reader, the ACR35. The ACR1252 is one of the first in the industry to be certified by the NFC Forum to perform all three NFC modes and guarantee interoperability with other NFC devices. Meanwhile, the ACR35 is a reader for magnetic stripe and contactless cards that enables users to accept cashless payments, even through mobile devices that have no built-in NFC. ACS’s President for the Americas, Bob Merkert, will be panel moderator for a track panel session on Jun 4. The topic will be: NFC and Identity Access Solutions. NFC Solutions Summit has been touted as “the leading NFC showcase for the Americas.” Organized by the Smart Card Alliance, the event brings together leaders from different industry sectors to enable a cohesive picture of issues, milestones, and technology advancements in NFC markets. To learn more about the NFC Solutions Summit, visit www.nfcsolutionssummit.com. For more NFC and mobile payment solutions, visit www.acs.com.hk or email [email protected]. About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/.

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1582/acs-an-exhibitor-and-moderator-in-nfc-solutions-summit-2014/
• ACS a Speaker in Cardware 2014: Payment and Digital ID Insights

  HONG KONG, 25 June, 2014 - Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers (Source: Frost & Sullivan), was in the recently held Cardware 2014: Payment and Digital ID Insights. Held on Jun 17 to 18, 2014 at Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, Cardware 2014 covered mainly today’s payment issues and opportunities for mobile, online and secure payments. Bob Merkert, ACS President for the Americas, presented a paper about prepaid and loyalty solutions, using as a case study the e-PLUS, an end-to-end solution provided by ACS to SM, the largest mall developer, operator, and retail company in the Philippines. The e-PLUS system includes a contactless stored value card. In SM malls, the card may be used for cashless payments in cinemas, parking facilities, amusement centers, food courts, and so forth. The card is also accepted in certain schools, bookstores and printers. In his presentation, Bob enumerated the functionalities enabled by the e-PLUS, geared towards both operators and consumers; and the benefits and impacts of the system. For more information on loyalty, prepaid and end-to-end e-payment solutions, email [email protected]. About ACS Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS, wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Card Systems Holdings Ltd., SEHK: 8210), founded in 1995, is Asia Pacific's top supplier and one of the world's top 3 suppliers of PC-linked smart card readers, as well as the winner of the Product Quality Leadership Award for Smart Card Readers from Frost & Sullivan. One of the companies on Forbes Asia's 2010 “Best Under a Billion" list, a prestigious list of 200 top-performing companies with sales between US$5 million and US$1 billion, selected from 12,930 publicly listed enterprises in Asia Pacific, ACS develops a wide range of high quality smart card reading/writing devices, smart cards and related products and distributes them to over 100 countries worldwide. Visit ACS at http://www.acs.com.hk/

  https://www.acs.com.hk/en/press-release/1604/acs-a-speaker-in-cardware-2014-payment-and-digital-id-insights/