Mastercard should stop selling our data::We trust companies with our information every day. But many companies—even those that hold our most revealing information—are using it not just to provide the services we ask for, but to amp up their profits at the cost of our privacy.That’s why EFF has joined a campaign, led by the U.S. Public…
Especially now that many vendors are passing on the processing fee, it’s not even a free/subsidized service for customers anymore.
And yet what can we do when there’s practically a duopoly? We can’t hardly choose a credit card from our bank and choose Visa or MasterCard. It’s “you get a card and here’s what you get”
We need Congress to pass legislation that creates an open standard. The issue could be forced by passing legislation at the state level, too. That may be difficult though, as interstate commerce clause might come into play. But states where citizens can get initiatives on the ballot would be one way to start the fire.
We already have a open standard for payments in india in form of UPI. Just scan the qr code and the money will be transferred directly from one bank account to another.
I use cash for most ( <$20 ) daily purchases.
It’s a small thing, but it’s one of the few things I can do to push back a tiny bit.
It’s a good suggestion. It’s even better for smaller businesses
What do you mean “the” processing fee? Let me introduce you to this hell.