Bluefin Payment Systems

The hospitality industry is gearing up for a massive travel boom in 2025 – but cybercriminals are gearing up too. As online bookings surge, so do the risks of data breaches, payment fraud, and other cyber threats. In his latest byline for Hospitality Technology, Brent Johnson, CISSP, CISA, CDPSE, CIPP/E , Bluefin's CISO, breaks down the biggest security challenges facing hospitality businesses and what they can do to protect their websites, customer data, and bottom line. With cyber threats evolving, hotels, resorts, and travel platforms need stronger security measures now more than ever, including proactive solutions like tokenization and enhanced fraud prevention. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gWREuKbW #paymentsecurity #datasecurity #tokenization #PCI

Every enterprise, organization, and SaaS platform accepting payments knows that smooth transaction processing is paramount. But payment data should be looked at as a strategic asset that drives growth, enhances customer experiences, and helps to maintain operational agility. In fact, according to research from Bluefin and S&P Global, 75% of professionals consider access to customer payment data crucial, with 88% emphasizing the need for standardization across channels. Yet many organizations inadvertently relinquish control of payment data by relying solely on a single Payment Service Provider, creating vendor lock-in risks, business dependency, and even revenue loss. Today’s blog explores the importance of payment data ownership, and how PSP-agnostic data exchange solutions, including Bluefin’s ShieldConex Orchestration platform, can help organizations prioritize data ownership. https://heyor.ca/hH2rrd

The Bluefin team is heading to Grapevine Texas for the 2025 NRB International Christian Media Convention! Our Founder, Ruston Miles, will be on hand with our team members Marvin E. Jones Jr. , Peyton Ericson, and Jeff Vanek to discuss how Bluefin secures payments and sensitive data for faith-based organizations with: 🔹PCI-validated point-to-point encryption (P2PE) 🔹Vaultless, omni-channel tokenization 🔹Vendor-agnostic and embedded payment and data security solutions Bluefin has a long and rich history serving faith-based organizations globally, and we are excited to network with our peers, customers, and prospects at this year’s event! Catch Bluefin at booth #1603. #NRB2025 #embeddedpayments #paymentsecurity #datasecurity

Tokenization isn’t just about securing payments anymore – it’s transforming data protection. In this video on Help Net Security, Bluefin Founder Ruston Miles breaks down how tokenization has evolved beyond credit cards to secure Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI), and even banking details. 🔹Why does this matter? Cybercriminals now target personal data more than payment data, making advanced tokenization a must for security and compliance. 🔹How does it work? Tokenization removes sensitive data from your internal systems, replacing it with unreadable tokens that hackers can’t exploit – even if they breach your network. 🔹What’s next? From securing online forms in real time to enabling seamless omnichannel transactions, tokenization is reshaping cybersecurity strategies in 2025. Watch the full video to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dzvhr_mT #tokenization #cybersecurity #paymentsecurity #datasecurity #PCI

Bluefin continues to expand its global payment security solutions – now with Girocard certification for the Newland NPT N950 AIO smartPOS terminal in Germany. With this certification, German merchants can adopt next-generation SmartPOS devices while simplifying Girocard payment acceptance through Bluefin’s TECS Engine, a global payments platform. Bluefin’s TECS Engine provides omnichannel payment solutions to Acquirers, Payment Service Providers, POS system providers, ISVs, and merchant aggregators, delivering a cloud-based Payments Platform-as-a-Service along with industry-leading security solutions, including PCI-validated P2PE and universal tokenization. “Achieving Girocard certification for the Newland N950 AIO smartPOS is a key milestone for TECS and Bluefin, reinforcing our commitment to delivering secure, innovative, and globally adaptable payment solutions,” said Anton Scheiber, International Sales & Business Development Director, Bluefin. Read the full release ➡️ https://lnkd.in/erCvrjkm #globalpayments #paymentplatform #P2PE #paymentsecurity #EuroCIS

Bluefin is teaming up with Fiscal Systems to bring PCI-validated Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) to the C-store and petroleum sectors. Bluefin’s P2PE solutions encrypt cardholder data at every payment touchpoint – whether at the pump, in-store, curbside, or at unattended terminals – enhancing security and reducing PCI compliance scope by over 90%. With this partnership, Fiscal Systems’ PetroVerse Payment Gateway will integrate Bluefin’s security solutions, empowering merchants with seamless, secure transactions while maintaining flexibility with their choice of payment processors. “At Fiscal Systems, our priority is delivering seamless, secure payment solutions that enhance both operational efficiency and customer trust,” said James Spahn, Executive Vice President, Fiscal Systems. “Partnering with Bluefin ensures that our merchants get best-in-class payment security across their environment with PCI-validated P2PE.” Read the full announcement ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eR3CgrPW #P2PE #paymentsecurity #datasecurity #petro #Cstore

Our team had an incredible time at the Merchant Advisory Group Payments MAGNified, connecting with industry leaders and diving deep into the future of payment orchestration and tokenization. A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, shared their insights, and helped make our time at Payments MAGNified a success! 👏 #PaymentsMAGNified #PaymentOrchestration #Tokenization #SecurePayments #Innovation

Payments are evolving – is your business keeping up? Digital transactions are projected to reach $14.78 trillion by 2027, fueled by omnichannel payments, financial inclusion, and an emphasis on security and compliance. But with scale comes challenges – managing multiple payment gateways and processors, protecting transactions, and ensuring seamless customer experiences. Enter payment orchestration. More than just an advanced management layer, payment orchestration is a strategic advantage for enterprises, organizations, and SaaS companies – transforming the payment landscape with: ✅Flexibility and Choice: Route transactions intelligently, reduce costs, and avoid vendor lock-in. ✅Advanced Security and Compliance: Vaultless tokenization and PCI-validated P2PE protect sensitive data while simplifying compliance with PCI DSS 4.0, GDPR, and PSD2. ✅API-Driven Agility: Quickly integrate new payment technologies without costly overhauls. ✅Better Customer Experience: Minimize declines, enable one-click payments, and create a frictionless checkout that builds trust and loyalty. Check out our latest blog, “The Evolution of Payments: How Payment Orchestration Streamlines Transactions,” to learn more about payment orchestration and Bluefin’s ShieldConex® Orchestration platform – helping businesses future-proof their payment strategy with seamless integration, processor independence, and industry-leading security. https://heyor.ca/WL6Pec #PaymentOrchestration #PaymentSecurity #DataSecurity #P2PE #Tokenization

We’re pleased to announce our partnership with Datecs Ltd. to bring Bluefin’s ShieldConex® Orchestration to Datecs’ Android-based payment devices. ShieldConex Orchestration offers a secure, data exchange solution that seamlessly integrates multi-channel tokenization and PCI-validated P2PE, reducing PCI compliance scope and enhancing data security without vendor lock-in. With this integration, Datecs merchants, ISOs, and ISVs can choose their preferred processor and Android device for PCI-validated P2PE protection. “This partnership eliminates technical roadblocks to adopting P2PE and provides a more versatile and secure payment solution to our customers across the globe,” said William Nichols, President Americas for Datecs Ltd. Read the full release: https://heyor.ca/QNRJa4 #PaymentSecurity #DataSecurity #P2PE #Tokenization

If you don’t own your payments data, you don’t own your future. In today’s digital economy, payments data is more than just numbers – it’s a strategic asset. Among merchants with more than 1,000 employees, S&P Global's 451 Research finds that 73% view payments as a highly strategic area of focus that drives significant competitive differentiation. Yet, many merchants and SaaS companies unknowingly surrender control of this valuable resource to third-party processors, limiting their ability to optimize revenue, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth. So, why does payments data ownership matter? ✅ Revenue Optimization: Gain insights into transaction trends, reduce fraud, and improve authorization rates. ✅ Regulatory Compliance & Security: Ensure compliance with industry standards while maintaining control over sensitive financial data. ✅ Enhanced Customer Insights: Leverage data-driven intelligence to personalize experiences and improve retention. ✅ Greater Flexibility & Control: Reduce dependency on third-party processors and adapt to market changes more effectively. Don’t let your payments data slip through your fingers. Learn how data ownership can shape your organization’s success in our S&P Global white paper, The Strategic Importance of Payments Data Ownership. https://heyor.ca/i5zzxq #paymentsecurity #datasecurity #tokenization #P2PE #paymentstrategy