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The Invisible War: How Payment Card Security Protects Billions of Transactions Every Day

From magnetic stripes to biometric chips, the story of the ongoing battle between fraudsters and security experts—and the remarkable technologies keeping your money safe.

Dec 26, 2025industry-news
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From Pillowcases to Plastic Cards: The Remarkable Story of Banking in Independent Armenia

How Armenia built a modern banking system from the ruins of Soviet collapse—a tale of pioneers, resilience, and technological transformation.

Dec 26, 2025industry-news
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The Complete History of Payment Cards: From the First Supper to Biometric Future

Journey through 75 years of payment card evolution—from a forgotten wallet in a New York restaurant to AI-powered biometric cards of the future.

Dec 25, 2025industry-news
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Contactless Payment Card Technologies: A Complete Guide to Manufacturing and Key Players

Discover the technologies behind contactless payment cards, from NFC chips to biometric authentication, and learn about the major manufacturers shaping the industry.

Dec 25, 2025technology
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Types of Bank Cards: Complete Guide

Complete guide to all types of bank cards - debit, credit, prepaid and their features.

Aug 09, 2025company-news
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Banking Card Technologies: SPS, Wire, SECORA

Modern Banking Card Technologies: Complete Selection Guide Modern banking card technologies are developing rapidly. Banks and fintech companies seek reliable solutions. In this article we explore main banking card technologies: SPS Coupling, Wire Soldering and SECORA Pay. Learn which technologies work best for different tasks.Proper technology choice affects card quality. This matters for payment security.… Read More

Aug 02, 2025company-news
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Wooden Banking Cards – Eco-Friendly Payment Solutions

Wooden banking cards represent a revolutionary approach to sustainable banking. These cards offer banks the opportunity to demonstrate environmental responsibility. Eco-conscious customers highly value innovative wooden banking cards. Environmental Friendliness and Sustainability Wooden banking cards are manufactured from natural wood using sustainable agriculture methods. The average weight of a plastic card is 5 grams, and… Read More

Jul 26, 2025company-news
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Metal Banking Cards: Premium Solution for Banks

Metal banking cards have become a symbol of prestige in modern banking. These cards offer banks a unique opportunity to stand out among competitors. Premium clients highly value the beauty and status of metal banking cards. Symbol of Status and Elegance Metal banking cards have become a status symbol in many countries. They are strongly… Read More

Jul 26, 2025company-news
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ASMO Glow Card: A Revolution in Banking Cards

In the era of digital transformation in banking, simple payment solutions are no longer sufficient. Modern clients expect not only functionality but also exceptional design, premium quality, and innovative technology in every product. ASMO, as the official representative of leading banking card manufacturers in Asia, including BCC (Beautiful Card Corporation), presents a revolutionary solution —… Read More

Jan 28, 2025company-news

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Plastic Card Production Cycle: From Design to Delivery
Plastic Card Production Cycle: From Design to Delivery

Complete guide to payment card production cycle: printing technologies, lamination, personalization, quality control, and equipment for different volumes.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
plastic card production
payment cards
card printing
Bank Card Production Technology: Complete Manufacturing Guide
Bank Card Production Technology: Complete Manufacturing Guide

Complete guide to bank card production technologies: sublimation printing, offset printing, and lamination methods. Understanding manufacturing processes for payment cards.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
bank card production
sublimation printing
offset printing
Bank Card Personalization Methods and Technologies
Bank Card Personalization Methods and Technologies

Complete guide to bank card personalization: embossing, indent printing, thermal transfer, laser engraving, magnetic stripe encoding, and chip personalization technologies.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
card personalization
embossing
thermal printing
History of ATM Invention and Bank Card Evolution
History of ATM Invention and Bank Card Evolution

The fascinating history of ATM invention from 1939 to modern times: George Simjian, John Shepard-Barron, the birth of the PIN code, and how this innovation transformed banking and card technology.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
ATM history
bank card evolution
George Simjian
Special Effects for Plastic Card Printing
Special Effects for Plastic Card Printing

Complete guide to special effects for plastic card printing: pearl, holographic, interference, angle-dependent, and metallic ink technologies for premium card production.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
special effects
pearl inks
holographic printing
Digital Printing Plastic for Payment Card Production
Digital Printing Plastic for Payment Card Production

Guide to selecting plastic materials for digital card printing: white, silver, gold, and pearl plastic options with their unique visual properties and applications.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
digital printing
plastic materials
card production
Magnetic Stripe Card Production: Manufacturing and Encoding Technologies
Magnetic Stripe Card Production: Manufacturing and Encoding Technologies

Comprehensive guide to magnetic stripe card manufacturing, HiCo vs LoCo technologies, track data structure, and encoding processes for payment card production.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
magnetic stripe cards
HiCo
LoCo
Plastic Card Parameters: ISO Standards in Payment Card Production
Plastic Card Parameters: ISO Standards in Payment Card Production

Complete guide to plastic card dimensions, thickness specifications, and ISO standards for payment card production. Learn about material requirements and quality control.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
plastic card parameters
ISO standards
card dimensions
Bank Card Care: How to Protect Your Payment Cards
Bank Card Care: How to Protect Your Payment Cards

Complete guide to bank card care and protection. Learn how to prevent damage from electromagnetic interference, temperature extremes, and physical wear.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
card care
bank cards
card protection
Discount Smart Cards in Payment Card Production
Discount Smart Cards in Payment Card Production

Complete guide to smart card production for discount and loyalty programs. Learn about contact, contactless, and hybrid smart cards for modern business solutions.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
smart cards
discount cards
loyalty programs
Lamination Plates for Plastic Card Production
Lamination Plates for Plastic Card Production

Complete guide to lamination plates used in plastic card manufacturing. Learn about mirror, gloss, matte, ultra-matte, and textured plates for bank card production.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
lamination plates
card production
bank cards
Security Features in Bank Card Production
Security Features in Bank Card Production

Complete guide to security features in bank card manufacturing. Holograms, microtext, UV elements, guilloche patterns and anti-counterfeiting technologies.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
security
holograms
microtext
Materials for Plastic Card Manufacturing
Materials for Plastic Card Manufacturing

Comprehensive guide to materials used in bank card production. PVC, polycarbonate, laminates, printing inks and specialty materials for card manufacturing.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
PVC
polycarbonate
materials
Barcode Technology in Plastic Card Production
Barcode Technology in Plastic Card Production

Complete guide to barcode technologies used in bank card manufacturing. Linear barcodes, 2D codes, QR codes and their advantages over magnetic stripe technology.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
barcode
2D codes
QR codes
Color Printing for Bank Cards: Technology Guide and Best Practices
Color Printing for Bank Cards: Technology Guide and Best Practices

Complete guide to color reproduction in bank card printing: offset, digital, and sublimation technologies, CMYK and Pantone color systems, and achieving accurate colors on plastic cards.

Jan 07, 2026industry-news
bank card printing
color reproduction
CMYK
Bank Card Finishes: Premium Technologies for Modern Payment Cards
Bank Card Finishes: Premium Technologies for Modern Payment Cards

Comprehensive guide to bank card finishing technologies including metallic effects, UV varnishes, soft-touch coatings, holograms, and accessibility features for premium payment card production.

Jan 06, 2026industry-news
bank card finishes
card production
payment cards
Gift Card Solutions: Modern Production Technologies and Applications
Gift Card Solutions: Modern Production Technologies and Applications

Comprehensive guide to gift card production technologies including standard, premium metal, NFC contactless, and eco-friendly paperboard solutions for retail and corporate markets.

Jan 06, 2026industry-news
gift cards
payment cards
loyalty cards
Paperboard Financial Cards: Eco-Friendly Solution for Modern Banking
Paperboard Financial Cards: Eco-Friendly Solution for Modern Banking

Discover how paperboard financial cards are revolutionizing the payment industry with 100% recyclable materials while maintaining Mastercard certification standards.

Jan 06, 2026industry-news
eco-friendly
paperboard cards
sustainable banking
Gold Payment Cards: Premium Bank Card Production
Gold Payment Cards: Premium Bank Card Production

Discover gold payment card production for premium banking. Solid 18k gold cards with laser personalization for exclusive clients.

Jan 06, 2026industry-news
золотые карты
премиум банкинг
производство банковских карт
EasyCard Technology: Bank Card Production Process
EasyCard Technology: Bank Card Production Process

Learn about EasyCard technology for bank card production. Complete manufacturing cycle of payment cards: printing, lamination, personalization.

Jan 05, 2026industry-news
производство банковских карт
платежные карты
EasyCard
The Evolution of Card Manufacturing: From Cardboard and Zip-Zap Machines to Biometric Smart Cards

How payment card production transformed from manual embossing on cardboard to sophisticated multi-layer smart card manufacturing—a journey through seven decades of innovation.

Dec 25, 2025technology
payment-cards
manufacturing
history
Chip-to-Antenna Bonding Technologies in Payment Cards: What Makes a Card Reliable

The invisible connection between chip and antenna determines your card's lifespan. Explore the bonding technologies used by major manufacturers and learn which methods offer the best reliability.

Dec 25, 2025technology
payment-cards
chip-technology
manufacturing
C40 Cleaning Robot – Professional 4‑in‑1 Cleaning Assistant

C40 cleaning robot – professional 4‑in‑1 cleaning assistant About KEENON. Keenon Robotics is a global leader in service robots founded in 2010. The company builds smart robots for delivery, hospitality, healthcare, retail and cleaning. Learn more about the manufacturer at keenon.com. About ASMO. We operate in the same field and have been supplying professional service robots to… Read More

Oct 22, 2025company-news
A New Era for Cybersecurity: The Pentagon Integrates Quantum Tech into Global Networks

The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has launched an ambitious initiative to fundamentally overhaul the security of the modern internet. Rather than replacing the existing digital infrastructure, the strategy involves a groundbreaking new method: building hybrid networks that merge classical and quantum communication technologies. QuANET: Bridging Two Technological Realms The Quantum-Augmented Network (QuANET)… Read More

Aug 25, 2025company-news
Meteor-1 Optical Processor: China's Answer to US Sanctions

Chinese scientists have unveiled the revolutionary Meteor-1 optical processor. This asymmetric response to US restrictions challenges market leaders with unique parallelism capabilities. Meteor-1 Optical Processor and Record Performance The development shows impressive results. The chip reaches 2560 TOPS peak performance. Operating frequency is 50 GHz. This matches latest NVIDIA GPUs. The Meteor-1 optical processor successfully… Read More

Aug 23, 2025company-news
Payment Bank Cards: History, Types, Tech & Future

Introduction: the role of payment bank cards Payment bank cards have become one of the most important tools of the modern economy. Today, it is hard to imagine life without them: we pay in stores, make online payments, transfer money, use cards to access bank accounts, and even get discounts and bonuses. But to understand… Read More

Aug 20, 2025company-news
Service Robots: The Complete Business Guide

Service Robots: The Complete Business Guide The global robotics market is changing. Automation used to mean large industrial machines. Now, service robots are leading the way. These machines work directly with people. You find them in hotels, restaurants, malls, hospitals, and warehouses. Experts predict massive growth for service robots. For businesses, this means one thing:… Read More

Aug 19, 2025robotics
Service Robotics Market Growth & Trends

The global service robotics market shows impressive growth. Experts predict a 41% annual demand increase in the coming years. Service robotics covers a wide range of applications—from making coffee to complex rescue operations. Unlike industrial robots, service robotics offers diverse models. Each robot is specialized for specific tasks. Medical Robots and Wearable Robotics Medical robots… Read More

Aug 09, 2025robotics
GPT-5 OpenAI Revolutionary AI Model 2025 – Complete Guide

August 7, 2025 GPT-5 OpenAI launched the most powerful AI model. GPT-5 OpenAI is not just GPT-4 evolution. It’s a new AI class bringing us closer to AGI. GPT-5 OpenAI changes how we automate work and transform jobs. GPT-5 OpenAI Key Difference For the first time, AI can choose task strategies automatically. GPT-5 OpenAI… Read More

Aug 08, 2025company-news
Cleaning Robot Product Solution PUDU CC1

•PUDU CC1 is the first commercial cleaning robot at cleaning field in PUDU •Through intelligent, technological and digital methods, improve cleaning efficiency and labor happiness •Based on IoT interconnection, the digital cleaning effect is presented to help enterprises and property intelligent transformation •Integrated mopping scrubbing sweeping vacuuming, Automatic Water Addition & Drainage, Intelligent Lift Control, and… Read More

Aug 03, 2025company-news
AI-POWERED AUTONOMOUS CLEANING ROBOT

Designed for diverse environments—including retail, healthcare facilities, hotels and manufacturing plants—CC1 Pro facilitates the transition to intelligent cleaning operations, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of commercial cleaning technology.

Aug 03, 2025company-news
Service Robotics 2025: Robots Among Us

Service robotics is experiencing an unprecedented surge, making 2025 a pivotal year for the entire industry. Have you noticed how quietly robots have become part of our daily lives? Just yesterday we were amazed by robot vacuums, and today in Singapore airports, cleaning robots methodically polish floors, in Japanese hospitals automated assistants deliver medicines, and… Read More

May 19, 2025robotics
Programming Profession: Will AI Replace Programmers?

Analysis of AI impact on programming profession and future of software development careers.

Apr 25, 2025company-news
AI Ethics: Global Standards and Regulations

Exploring global standards and ethical frameworks for artificial intelligence development and deployment.

Mar 25, 2025company-news
Digital Fortress Protection: Cybersecurity for IT Business

Essential cybersecurity strategies for IT businesses to protect against modern cyber threats.

Mar 25, 2025company-news
PUDU Robots in Armenia: Innovative Business Solutions

Innovative Solutions: PUDU Robots in Armenia In today’s rapidly developing world, PUDU robots in Armenia are becoming a key factor for business competitiveness. ASMO, as the official representative of PUDU Robotics in Armenia, provides a full range of services for the supply, configuration, and maintenance of these innovative assistants. PUDU robots in Armenia are not… Read More

Feb 25, 2025company-news
Clone Robotics Unveils Humanoid Robot: Future Home Assistant

Humanoid Robot Revolution: Clone Robotics Unveils Groundbreaking Protoclone The future of home automation arrives as Clone Robotics introduces their advanced humanoid robot, Protoclone. This revolutionary machine represents the next generation of household assistance, combining human-like movements with unprecedented technological sophistication. The recently released footage shows the prototype suspended from the ceiling, executing a series of… Read More

Feb 22, 2025company-news
Robotics Market 2024: Growth Forecast to $95.93B by 2029

The global robotics market in 2024 is valued at $45.85 billion and is projected to reach $95.93 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate of 15.91%. A significant development has been Apptronik, a Tesla competitor, securing $350 million in Series A funding with participation from Google. Robotics Market Structure Segmentation by Robot Type:… Read More

Feb 15, 2025company-news
ASMO-ROBOTICS: INNOVATIVE ROBOTIC SOLUTIONS

ASMO-robotics offers innovative robotic solutions for business. Our robots help companies automate processes, increase operational efficiency, and take customer service to a new level. Commercial Delivery Robots Automated delivery solutions: Optimization of food and beverage delivery, reducing waiting times and increasing table turnover Automation of dishes and cutlery delivery Use of displays for menu and… Read More

Feb 12, 2025company-news
AI Revolution: From Chinese Innovations to European Billions

Groundbreaking achievements in artificial intelligence continue to shape a new technological reality. China is strengthening its position in global competition by introducing several breakthrough AI models. Their new base model surpasses developments by OpenAI, DeepSeek, and Meta in key parameters, demonstrating first-order reasoning capabilities, processing context volumes up to 200,000 characters, simultaneous work with 50… Read More

Feb 11, 2025company-news
Innovative Solutions for Fintech Companies and Neobanks

In the era of digital transformation in the financial sector, ASMO stands as a reliable partner for fintech companies and neobanks. Our innovative solutions help overcome the complexities of launching card programs, integrating cryptocurrency services, and creating fully functional virtual banks. Learn how ASMO can help your business stay at the forefront of financial technology.

Feb 02, 2025company-news
Banking cards: from origins to future

The history of banking cards began over a century ago. In 1914, American company Mobil Oil created the first cards to simplify trading operations. Decades later, in 1949, the legendary Diners Club appeared, and in the 1950s, James Bigelow revolutionized the industry by suggesting plastic as the main material for card production. Since then, technologies… Read More

Jan 08, 2025company-news
The Creation of Payment Cards: From Concept to Reality

In the era of digital payments, payment cards remain an indispensable tool for financial transactions. But how are they created? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of payment card production and meet those behind their creation.

Jan 07, 2025company-news
Bank Card Manufacturing: Materials and Technologies

Modern materials and technologies in bank card manufacturing: from eco-friendly PVC to innovative security elements. An overview of key features and industry trends

Jan 07, 2025company-news
Biometric Cards: A New Era of Secure Payments

In today’s world, where digital technologies are becoming an integral part of our lives, the security of financial transactions is of paramount importance. ASMO, as the official representative of the Taiwanese manufacturer BEAUTIFUL CARD CORP in the South Caucasus countries, presents a revolutionary solution in payment technologies – next-generation biometric banking cards.

Dec 25, 2024company-news
Evolution of Payment Systems: From Cards to Digital

Introduction Modern economies rely heavily on developed payment infrastructure. When people have reliable and convenient payment tools with low commissions, they actively use banking services, and transaction volumes grow. This leads to reduced shadow economy activities and increased consumer demand as banks can better assess credit risks. Payment Industry Transformation From Cash to Digital Payments… Read More

Dec 24, 2024company-news
Payment Systems Technology Standards

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) continues to evolve alongside technology. Version 4.0, released in March 2022, represents a significant step forward in the evolution of payment industry security standards, introducing new concepts and expanded requirements for payment card data protection.

Dec 22, 2024company-news
President of Poland Visits Armenia Stock Exchange

As part of his official visit to Armenia, the Armenia Stock Exchange and Central Depository welcomed the President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda. The main purpose of the visit was to learn about the operations and development strategy of the exchange and depository, as well as to explore the potential of Armenia’s financial… Read More

Dec 06, 2024general
AraratBank receives Visa’s Strong Partnership Award

AraratBank earned the distinguished Strong Partnership Award at the inaugural Visa Cashless Forum in Yerevan on November 22, acknowledging their long-standing productive collaboration with Visa on new project implementation. This exclusive international gathering united government representatives, leading Visa speakers, banking and finance professionals, and payment technology specialists. The event focused on essential topics including digital… Read More

Dec 06, 2024company-news
CIU98288F SIM Cards Available for Mobile Operators

CIU98288F SIM Cards Available for Mobile Operators We are pleased to announce immediate availability of HED CIU98288F SIM cards through our direct partnership with Huada. As an authorized distributor, we offer large-volume supplies to mobile operators globally. Technical Specifications Core Architecture – 32-bit ARM processor – Big endian mode with Thumb/Thumb2 support – 7 interrupt… Read More

Nov 29, 2024company-news
Introducing Glow Cards – The Future of Banking Technology

Illuminate Your Transactions: Introducing Glow Cards In the ever-evolving world of banking technology, our company stands at the forefront of innovation. As a global leader in bank card manufacturing, we’re excited to introduce our latest offering: Glow Cards. What Are Glow Cards? Glow Cards represent the cutting edge of banking card technology. These unique cards… Read More

Sep 30, 2024company-news
HENDERSON Fashion House Announces Partnership with the Charles Aznavour Foundation

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the legendary French artist, humanist, diplomat, actor, writer, and composer Charles Aznavour, the HENDERSON Fashion House proudly announces its partnership with the Charles Aznavour Foundation. As a partner of the foundation, HENDERSON expresses its support for preserving the legacy and creativity of this outstanding artist. Beyond his unique… Read More

May 22, 2024company-news
Doing Digital 2024 Forum “Ahead of Opportunities”

On April 3, 2024, the Doing Digital 2024 forum “Ahead of Opportunities” took place, with ArCa as its national partner. The main speaker of the forum was Brett King, a famous futurist, the author of a new concept of banking and a number of bestselling books (Bank 2.0, Bank 3.0, Breaking Banks, Bank 4.0, The… Read More

Apr 05, 2024company-news
Most banks in Armenia have stopped servicing Mir cards

On the night of March 30, Armenian banks that are members of the national payment system “Armenian Card” (ArCa) stopped servicing Russian “Mir” cards. TASS was informed about this by the system’s call center. “Today, banks working with our system have stopped servicing Mir cards. If necessary, you can contact specific banks that have stopped… Read More

Apr 01, 2024company-news
Unlimited Possibilities with Amio Digital Card!

Your everyday routine becomes simpler with the Amio digital card. As part of the “Unlimited Possibilities” campaign, AMIO Bank continue to demonstrate how you can streamline your life using Amio: Contactless Payments: Pay for your purchases at cafes and other places while enjoying a friendly atmosphere, all while accumulating 5% cashback. Hassle-Free Online Taxi: Link your… Read More

Mar 22, 2024company-news