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Euronet Pakistan Launches First EMV Debit Card in Pakistan with MCB

EMV Debit cards use an embedded microprocessor that stores, processes and protects card holder data, including identity and account information. Prior to the launch, MCB performed stringent testing to ensure Euronet's service center, processing systems and operational procedures met global EMV security and regulatory standards.

"Euronet systems are highly flexible, robust and yet at the same time have readily available modules to launch new initiatives in this rapidly evolving payment processing arena. MCB is proud to have Euronet as its technology partner and we already have a comprehensive plan in place for steady progress towards being able to offer the best electronic banking services in the region," said Ali Mubashir Kazmi - Group Head Consumer Banking, MCB Bank Limited.

MCB has the largest network in the country, with a debit card base of 2.5 million and over 650 ATMs, and has always been at the forefront in offering electronic banking services to customers in Pakistan. More than 15 years ago, MCB was one of the first banks to launch electronic banking services in the country and continues to strive to offer the most innovative and synergistic products. MCB recently demonstrated this forward thinking by being the first bank to adopt outsourced EFT services through their migration from an in-house processing solution to an outsourced Euronet ITM system on Euronet Pakistan's PCI DSS certified infrastructure.

"MCB being the first bank in Pakistan to launch Visa Debit EMV Chip card in the market, is indeed a great achievement and a milestone for all its Visa cardholders," stated Amer Pasha, Country Manager, Visa Pakistan & Afghanistan. "EMV chip technology presents further security, reliability and a convenient way for making purchases all over the country and when travelling. We congratulate MCB and their technology partner, Euronet for a successful implementation and further enhancing the electronic payment in Pakistan."

"We are delighted to provide MCB Bank with the first mover advantage on VISA EMV Debit Cards," stated Mohamed Mousa, Vice President, Euronet Middle East, Africa and Pakistan. "With many more innovative services in the pipeline and the investment in the state-of-the-art data facility, Euronet is committed to providing cutting-edge technology to this growing market."

About Euronet Pakistan

Euronet Pakistan, a subsidiary of Euronet Worldwide, brings with it the experience of one of the world's largest global provider dedicated to banking and payments technologies. Euronet Pakistan offers the best blend of technology and outsourcing services to all Pakistani banks from its state of the art facility in Karachi, Pakistan. Backed by the very best talent in the local industry we provide an unmatched flexibility, scalability and reliability.

Euronet Worldwide is an industry leader in processing secure electronic financial transactions. The Company offers payment and transaction processing solutions to financial institutions, retailers, service providers and individual consumers. These services include comprehensive ATM, POS and card outsourcing services, card issuing and merchant acquiring services, software solutions, consumer money transfer and bill payment services, and electronic distribution for prepaid mobile phone time and other prepaid products.

Euronet Worldwide, Inc.
U.S. Contact:
Stephanie Taylor, +1-913-327-4200
staylor@euronetworldwide.com
or
Pakistan Contact:
Haris Waheed +91-21-111-SECURE
pakistan-info@eeft.com