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Understanding MPoC: Mobile Payments on Commercial Off-The-Shelf Devices

MPoC (Mobile Payments on COTS) is the latest standard for secure Tap on Phone and SoftPOS payments. It ensures compliance, enabling merchants to accept PIN-based contactless transactions on mobile devices. Halo Dot's MPoC Certified solutions, including the Halo.SDK and the Secure Card Reader (SCRP), provides seamless, secure payment acceptance.

Jonathan Jacobs

January 27, 2025

Halo Dot Becomes First African-founded SoftPOS Vendor to Achieve PCI MPoC Certification

Halo Dot, a leading innovator in mobile payment solutions, is proud to announce its achievement of the Mobile Payments on Commercial Off-The-Shelf (MPoC) certification, awarded by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC).

Gareth Corbishley

September 11, 2024

What is a White-Label payment application?

A white-label payment app lets businesses offer customized, branded payment solutions without building one from scratch. It provides cost savings, quick deployment, and scalability, allowing companies to focus on growth. Solutions like Halo.Plus help streamline digital payments and enhance customer engagement across industries.

Halo Dot Writer

September 5, 2024

PaymentGenes Consultancy to Support Halo Dot in Accelerating Strategic Growth Across Europe

PaymentGenes partners with Halo Dot to accelerate European growth, offering strategic support and leveraging market expertise to expand their innovative SoftPOS technology across the region.

Halo Dot Writer

September 2, 2024

Securing Debit Orders with Halo Dot

Enhance security and prevent Debit Order fraud with Halo Dot. Learn how this system protects consumers and businesses in the banking industry.

Melissa Kramer

August 29, 2024

Silverflow and Halo Dot Join Forces to Revolutionize SoftPOS Solutions

Silverflow partners with Halo Dot to deliver a seamless SoftPOS solution, integrating advanced payment processing and reducing time-to-market for businesses launching POS services.

Halo Dot Writer

July 22, 2024

Payments Ecosystem Simplified

Learn about the roles of merchants, aggregators, and ISOs/TPPPs in the payment ecosystem with Halo Dot's B2B solutions. Find out who handles relationships, onboarding, and fund settlements. Contact us for more details.

Jonathan Jacobs

July 8, 2024

EMV Certifications - Context, Purpose and Responsibility

Understand the EMV certification process for secure payment acceptance systems, covering hardware, software, and end-to-end testing.

Jonathan Jacobs

May 23, 2024

Understanding Payment Devices and Making the Right Choice

Understanding the differences between purpose-built and COTS devices in payments, including the emergence of SoftPOS technology for businesses to accept payments seamlessly on existing devices.

Jonathan Jacobs

April 23, 2024

Understanding the Payment Transaction Flow

Understanding the journey of a payment transaction from the moment a card is tapped to when the bank approves the payment is crucial for both merchant and customer. There are several different players involved in the flow that each play a crucial role.

Jonathan Jacobs

March 28, 2024

Harnessing the Power of Payments in Africa

Harnessing mobile payment technologies like Halo Dot in Africa drives financial inclusion, empowering informal traders and boosting economic growth through secure and innovative solutions.

Dalene Deale

March 14, 2024

The Rise in Cashless Society

Societies are transitioning to cashless - there are many benefits and challenges and its important that digital transformation is inclusive for a more empowered future for all.

Jonathan Jacobs

February 5, 2024

The Digital Payments Revolution: Participate Without Fear

The digital payments revolution is transforming the way we handle financial transactions. Discover the countless options available to consumers and merchants to participate in the digital economy without fear.

Dalene Deale