Consumers still need convincing on smart cards

Fewer than half of consumers would  switch to smart cards according to a “survey” by  terminal makers Ingenico. They arrive at the conclusion based on surveying people using the cards.

There is an enormous gap between use of cards, and the benefits of the cards.  The simple truth is that people do not associate any benefits with the switch to the smarter cards.

Convenience to drive contactless uptake, but consumers still need convincing | finextra

Convenience, rather than security, will be the driving force behind the UK adopting new payment methods, according to a survey of 1000 British consumers conducted on behalf of Ingenico.