Tieto Banktech white paper

Transforming payment cards

Discover how payment cards remain central in an omnichannel world, and how banks can modernize card products, strengthen fraud protection, and keep customers top of wallet.

Market insights

Cards are thriving

Digital wallets and instant payments are growing, but cards still power much of the payments ecosystem. This white paper explains why cards remain relevant and how banks can evolve their card offering for the digital era.

Projected share of wallet-based payments by 2030

52%

Wallets in Europe and North America funded by cards

71%

Why this matters
Cards are no longer just a physical payment method. They now connect digital wallets, virtual cards, stronger security, personalization, and sustainability into one customer experience. Banks that modernize card programs can improve loyalty, reduce risk, and stay relevant as payments evolve.
What you’ll learn

What this white paper covers

A practical view of how banks can modernise cards for the digital future.

  • 1

    Customer choice

    Understand why cards remain a preferred payment method and how they fit into an omnichannel journey.

  • 2

    Digital card capabilities

    Explore virtual cards, tokenization, biometric security, and mobile card management.

  • 3

    Sustainability and inclusion

    See how card innovation can support accessibility, sustainable materials, and broader financial inclusion.

Cards 3.0

Cards for the digital era

The next generation of cards combines online and physical use, virtual card controls, and better fraud protection. It also supports premium card design, accessibility features, and more sustainable materials.

Key takeaway

Whether consumers choose to pay by card or wallet, convenience and security are paramount.

White paper insight
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Talk to us

Shape your card strategy

Discuss card issuing, personalization, fraud prevention, sustainability, and mobile card management with the Tieto Banktech team.