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The PCI Security Standards Council has opened a six-week public comment period from June 3 to July 20, 2026, for eligible stakeholders to review and provide feedback on the proposed PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) v4.0.1. This revision follows the current v4.0 standard and may introduce new requirements or clarifications affecting organizations that handle payment card data.
The PCI Security Standards Council launched 'The AI Exchange' blog series featuring In-Solutions Global Ltd to showcase how artificial intelligence is being integrated into payment security frameworks. This initiative provides industry stakeholders with insights on AI adoption strategies for enhanced PCI DSS compliance and payment protection.
The PCI Security Standards Council announced that nominations for the Global Executive Assessor Roundtable (GEAR) will open on June 1, 2026. This initiative provides a platform for PCI assessor community leaders to influence payment security standards and represent assessor perspectives in Council decision-making processes.
PaySprint has strengthened its compliance framework across fintech infrastructure services, implementing enhanced SOC 2 controls and security measures. This development affects fintech organizations relying on PaySprint's payment processing and digital infrastructure services, requiring them to review their own compliance postures.
The PCI Security Standards Council has opened a 30-day request for comments period from May 15 to June 15, 2026, for eligible stakeholders to review and provide feedback on the draft PCI Secure Software Lifecycle Standard v2.0. This updated standard will establish new security requirements for software development processes across organizations handling payment card data.
Reuters Practical Law Journal provides comprehensive analysis of PCI DSS compliance requirements and implementation strategies for 2026. The analysis covers critical payment card security standards affecting merchants, service providers, and financial institutions processing cardholder data.
The PCI Security Standards Council's latest Coffee with the Council podcast explores the Principal Participating Organizations (PPO) program, featuring current PPO members discussing strategic leadership opportunities and exclusive access to Council decision-making processes. The PPO program represents the highest level of participation with the Council, offering organizations direct influence over payment card security standards development.
The PCI Security Standards Council featured Dreamplug Technologies Private Limited (CRED) in their AI Exchange blog series, showcasing how the Indian fintech company is implementing artificial intelligence for enhanced payment security. This spotlight demonstrates the growing adoption of AI technologies in PCI DSS compliance and payment protection across the financial services industry.
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) is offering sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities for its 2026 Community Meetings across three global locations: Vancouver, Edinburgh, and Kuala Lumpur. These events celebrate PCI SSC's 20th anniversary and provide networking opportunities for payment security professionals and compliance leaders.
The PCI Security Standards Council launched 'The AI Exchange' blog series featuring Toast Inc.'s innovative use of artificial intelligence in payment security. This initiative highlights how industry leaders are integrating AI technologies to enhance PCI DSS compliance and strengthen payment card data protection across their organizations.
The PCI Security Standards Council released a Coffee with the Council podcast featuring a panel discussion on the current state of cryptography, hosted by VP Distinguished Standards Architect Andrew Jamieson. The discussion addresses critical cryptographic challenges facing payment security and PCI DSS compliance in 2026.
The PCI Security Standards Council launched "The AI Exchange" blog series, featuring Flywire as an innovator implementing artificial intelligence in payment security. This initiative provides payment industry stakeholders with insights on AI adoption for PCI DSS compliance and enhanced security measures.
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) provides a comprehensive compliance framework for organizations handling credit card data globally. This framework establishes mandatory security requirements that affect millions of businesses worldwide processing payment card transactions.
The PCI Security Standards Council announced the addition of new Associate Participating Organizations in March 2026, expanding the network of entities supporting PCI security standards development. These organizations will contribute to the evolution of PCI DSS and promote worldwide implementation to protect payment data across the global payments ecosystem.
The PCI Security Standards Council has launched 'The AI Exchange: Innovators in Payment Security' blog series, featuring Checkout.com as the inaugural spotlight company. This ongoing initiative provides a platform for payment industry stakeholders to share AI adoption strategies and implementation practices for PCI DSS compliance.
The PCI Security Standards Council has published its first-ever annual report, marking a significant milestone in transparency and accountability for payment security standards. The report details the Council's accomplishments in 2025 and outlines strategic priorities for 2026, providing valuable insights for organizations maintaining PCI DSS compliance.
The PCI Security Standards Council launched 'The AI Exchange' blog series featuring Bank of America as an innovator in AI-powered payment security. This initiative provides a platform for payment industry stakeholders to share best practices for implementing artificial intelligence within PCI DSS compliance frameworks.
The PCI Security Standards Council has launched a 30-day request for comments period from February 13 to March 16, 2026, for the draft PCI Card Production and Provisioning Physical and Logical Security Standards v3.0.1. Eligible PCI SSC stakeholders are invited to review and provide feedback on the updated standards that govern physical and digital security requirements for payment card manufacturing and provisioning processes.
Futurex has been welcomed as a new Principal Participating Organization (PPO) at the PCI Security Standards Council, joining the exclusive group of organizations that help shape payment security standards. The company's Chief Solutions Architect, David Close, will contribute to the development of future PCI DSS requirements and payment security frameworks.
The PCI Security Standards Council has launched 'The AI Exchange: Innovators in Payment Security' blog series, featuring Soft Space as a spotlight company. This ongoing initiative provides payment industry stakeholders with insights on AI adoption and implementation in payment security environments.
The PCI Security Standards Council has published its first-ever annual report, documenting nearly 20 years of global payment security advancement through industry collaboration and standards development. The milestone report provides insights into the Council's evolution and impact on payment card industry security compliance worldwide.
The PCI Security Standards Council has released version 2.0 of the PCI Secure Software Standard, marking the first major revision since its introduction in 2019. This significant update introduces new requirements and enhanced security measures for organizations developing payment software applications.
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has released all 2025 Community Meeting content from its North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific events through its Global Content Library on YouTube. This resource provides payment industry professionals with access to the latest PCI DSS guidance, regulatory updates, and compliance best practices presented at regional community meetings.
The PCI Security Standards Council has published version 2.0 of the PCI Secure Software Standard, marking the first major revision after 18 months of stakeholder collaboration. This update affects software vendors and organizations developing payment applications, introducing enhanced security requirements for the software development lifecycle.
The PCI Security Standards Council has announced its complete 2026 training schedule with registration now open through December. The training programs focus on payment security expertise and professional development for organizations handling cardholder data under PCI DSS requirements.
Reflectiz has been welcomed as a new Principal Participating Organization (PPO) at the PCI Security Standards Council, joining the elite group of companies that help shape global payment security standards. The announcement highlights Reflectiz's growing influence in payment security through their innovative third-party risk management and supply chain security solutions.
The PCI Security Standards Council has launched 'The AI Exchange: Innovators in Payment Security' blog series, featuring Jscrambler as the inaugural company. This initiative aims to provide payment security industry stakeholders with insights on artificial intelligence adoption and implementation within PCI DSS compliance frameworks.
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