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October, 2016
A chip off the ol’ block
EMV Chip Card Technology now available at CSB
EMV credit cards are now available to customers at Citizens State Bank. Also called
“chip cards”, EMV cards were developed by
Europay, Mastercard and Visa (thus the EMV).
Each chip card is embedded with a small gold
computer chip on its surface, which contains
a microprocessor programmed with enhanced security protocols to help protect cardholder data. Chip cards add a new level of security that is meant to protect consumers from fraud at the register.
Chip cards will eventually completely replace conventional magnetic stripe cards, which have been around since the 1960s. It’s no secret that magnetic stripe cards are prone to being counterfeited, which is why they’re being phased out. By contrast, chip cards contain proprietary technology that is difficult to replicate and expensive to produce, making them an impractical prospect for scammers.
In addition to the security upgrade, chip cards are also part of an innovative step forward for both consumers and merchants. Many merchants who have made the switch to EMV technology have also incorporated NFC, or Near Field Communication payments; this is what allows shoppers to pay at the register by holding up their smartphones. Many stores are upgrading to pay terminals that are compatible with both EMV and NFC technology. Indeed, you will soon need to get used to the fact that you’ll no longer “swipe and go;” the new terminals require you to instead insert your card into a slot, in what’s referred to as the “chip and dip.”
It’s important to note that the first few generations of
SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER’S
JO DAVIESS COUNTY
October Activities
Call 815-235-977, ext. 221 for more information or to register for the following activities:
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH WORKSHOPS
Learn how to live well and thrive with a chronic disease like diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, chronic pain, and anxiety. Join us for workshops that provide support, ideas on how to deal with pain and fatigue, ideas on nutrition, exercise and treatment choices. Call to register 815-235-9777 x221. Classes run for 6 weeks every Thursday beginning Oct. 6 through Nov.10 from 2:00pm-4:30pm., at the SRC, 500 Fillmore St. Hanover. This event is FREE.
FOOT CARE CLINIC
On Tuesday October 11th the Mobile Foot Care Clinic will be in Hanover. Please call the Mobile Foot doctors to register at (312) 255-8030. Medicare is accepted. Cost is $45 if you are not on Medicare or if you have a Medicare Advantage Plan. There are a limited number of appointments available.
THE 2016 LIVING WELL SENIOR EXPO; ROCKING 50’s AND BEYOND!
Friday, October 28, 8:30 am to 12:00pm, Join us for, exhibits, open enrollment appointments, raffle, door prizes, flu shots, trivia and bingo.
JO DAVIESS EXPO
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From Friends and Family
In Loving Memory of: Thelma Baker