However, with great power comes great responsibility… Hey there, fellow public transit enthusiast! Today, we’ll be talking about Open Payments for Public Transit and why PCI certification is so important for ensuring the security of our customers’ sensitive financial data.Īgencies around the world are increasingly adopting Open Payment (contactless EMV) systems for fare collection, making travel more convenient and efficient for riders as they are able to simply tap a contactless bank card or mobile device without needing to obtain a smart card or download an app in advance. Open Payments: All You Need to Know about PCI, Chain of Custody, and EMV Certification