Emerging Electronic Methods for Making Retail Payments

Emerging Electronic Methods for Making Retail Payments

Author: Judith S. Ruud

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 1996-08

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0788133659

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The emergence of new electronic payment methods is raising federal concern about the effects they may have on the federal budget and monetary policy. This study suggests that the market for these payment methods is likely to emerge slowly, allowing time for gradual adjustment. It fully explains all of the new payment methods and their usefulness. Contents: stored-value cards, on-line payment systems (electronic checking accounts, on-line scrip, home banking systems), and policy issues (regulation, &legal). Glossary. Charts and graphs.