EMV® 2nd Generation The EMV® 2nd Generation (2nd Gen) Specifications are a redesign of payment acceptance specifications to promote a flexible common technology platform. 2nd Gen's flexible modular terminal design supports various transaction environments, transaction flows and communications protocols; while also updating EMV® payment security. And 2nd Gen enables integrated testing and type approval processes by having a single kernel supporting a variety of interfaces.
| Version | Published | Description | Related Bulletins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 Sep 2014 | Next Generation Kernel System Architecture Overview | See All |
The list of Approved Products indicates EMVCo acknowledgement that a specified product has demonstrated sufficient conformance to the EMV® 2nd Generation Specification for its stated purpose.
This list is not yet available.
This is a list of companies that have been certified as providing a service or tool relevant to obtaining 2nd Gen product approvals – such as Labs, Test Tool providers, etc.
This list is not yet available.
The 2nd Generation Specifications include the following identifiers, for which the registration processes will be defined at a later date:
| Version | Published | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 21 Oct 2016 |
EMV® Next Generation Initiative – EMV® Next Generation Initiative |
Draft Specifications and Bulletins are shared with EMVCo Associates and Subscribers, who provide feedback and submit Queries. They are also eligible to attend relevant meetings to discuss the Specifications.