American Express joins GlobalPlatform to have an active role in developing open and interoperable specifications for the entire smart card infrastructure. Its participation complements American Express’ current work with EMVCo, the EMV standards body which it jointly operates alongside JCB, MasterCard and Visa to develop and maintain the EMV Specifications for the global payments industry.
The two associations are collaborating to advance GlobalPlatform’s Specifications relative to secure content management on mobile devices, while ensuring that the technology aligns with EMVCo’s application management requirements – including over the air (OTA) download and personalisation – for mobile devices.
Susan Hillel, senior vice president of global network operations at American Express, said: “American Express is delighted to join GlobalPlatform. We are committed to driving an open and interoperable infrastructure that will provide customers with choice and flexibility. American Express recognises that by contributing to GlobalPlatform, and engaging in its cross market expertise, we will be in a stronger position to deliver innovative and convenient payment solutions to American Express’ users globally. We look forward to lending our market experience and resources to GlobalPlatform, and participating in this important industry initiative.”