International Card Manufacturers Association

10/16/2026

With quickly approaching and several sessions highlighting sustainable materials, bonding technologies and production practices, we’d like to know where you see the greatest opportunity for innovation in sustainable ? Comment below and see how your peers respond!

Don't miss out on this year's exciting event at Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG's TEC Center in Neuwied, Germany, from 27-28 October 2026. Secure your spot: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration

10/15/2026

How do you transform a payment card from a simple transactional tool into a powerful engine for brand differentiation and customer loyalty? Join us at from 11:45 AM–12:15 PM to hear from Ursula Schilling, Director of Business Development at Infineon Technologies AG!

Ursula will explore how metal and ceramic materials drive brand prestige, how enhanced security and seamless contactless tech elevate the user journey, and how the payments industry is preparing for the future of AI-driven agentic commerce.

Don't miss out on learning how to deliver an elevated, future-ready payment experience! Register now to join us at: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration

10/14/2026

We're excited to share the newest edition of ICMA’s Card Manufacturing Magazine!

In this edition, we take you inside the inaugural Fintech Fashion Exchange in New York City to explore how card, fintech, and fashion leaders are teaming up to build secure, personalized, and engaging consumer experiences. Plus, get an exclusive 2026 preview of CardTREX and learn how FaceTec is bringing biometric trust to physical credentials.

Read the full issue at: https://icma.com/cm-magazine

10/13/2026

Payment fraud is evolving rapidly, becoming faster, highly automated, and increasingly difficult to distinguish from legitimate consumer activity. At the same time, AI is reshaping not only how fraud is committed, but also how consumers shop and conduct transactions online.

In our latest blog post, Cyril Lalo, CEO & Founder of Ellipse and ICMA member, highlights a critical vulnerability in the current ecosystem: static card credentials. When static details are compromised, they remain valuable to fraudsters long after the initial breach.

Discover how dynamic card credentials offer a robust solution to strengthen payment security, protect consumer trust, and mitigate emerging threats in the age of AI.

📖 Read the full article at: https://icma.com/2026/10/06/dynamic-card-credentials-strengthen-payment-security-in-the-age-of-ai

Payment fraud is becoming faster, more automated and increasingly difficult to distinguish from legitimate activity. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to change not only…

10/09/2026

Elevate your card offerings: Which premium design or customization feature creates the most value for today’s cardholder? 💳

Share your thoughts in the comments below!

10/08/2026

The October Issue of Card Manufacturing Magazine is landing soon!

From where fintech meets fashion in New York City to new breakthroughs in ceramic card design, our upcoming edition explores the latest shifts transforming the payment and credential landscape. We’re offering an exclusive preview of , alongside deep dives into how biometric trust is reshaping physical cards plus insights on production, security, and material innovation.

Stay tuned for the official drop! In the meantime, explore past issues of Card Manufacturing Magazine here: https://icma.com/cm-magazine

10/07/2026

CardTREX 2026 is almost here! 💳🌱

Is selecting sustainable materials for payment cards straightforward? Not always. With factors like supply chains, processing energy, and end-of-life pathways, navigating trade-offs requires a data-driven approach.

Join Hal Panabaker (Global Industry Manager) and Ethel Bermejo (Sustainability Innovation Manager) from Bixby International on Wednesday, 28 October, from 11:15-11:45 AM for their presentation: "Choosing Sustainable Materials for Payment Cards Bodies: A Data Driven, Performance-Based, Material Agnostic Approach."

Discover how Bixby’s innovative sustainability decision matrix uses LCA-aligned metrics to help the payment card industry evaluate recycled, bio-based, and mass-balance materials, turning green aspirations into measurable action.

Ready to make evidence-based material choices? Register to join us: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration

10/06/2026

From AI-driven business models to sustainable materials and next-gen security, the card ecosystem isn't just changing, it’s converging.

As the industry continues to expand, the physical card remains one of the most critical touchpoints for brand experience, payment security, and trusted identity credentials. Keeping pace requires looking beyond individual trends to understand how these technologies intersect.

That’s why ICMA’s CardTREX 2026 is gathering payments, security, manufacturing, and personalization leaders this 27-28 October in Neuwied, Germany.

We broke down what to expect in our latest post. Check out the top 3 reasons to attend in our latest blog: https://icma.com/2026/09/24/top-3-reasons-to-attend-cardtrex-2026

Artificial intelligence is challenging established business models. New materials are opening opportunities for more sustainable and distinctive cards. Security and identity technologies continue to advance. And as banking…

10/02/2026

With ICMA's premier European event approaching, this week we would like to know which CardTREX 2026 topic is most relevant to your organization?

Vote in the comments below and see how your peers respond! Will you be at ? Let us know! https://icma.com/cardtrex

10/01/2026

Your journey starts the second you land! 🛬 Join us at the Parkhotel Am Schänzchen for our Welcome Reception, the ultimate lead-in to two days packed with innovation, collaboration, and industry insights.

Connect with top professionals from across the global card ecosystem, meet fellow attendees, catch up with speakers and exhibitors, and share fresh ideas, all in a relaxed, vibrant setting before the conference officially kicks into high gear.

Don't miss the chance to build great relationships early and set the stage for an incredible event. Secure your spot: https://icma.com/cardtrex/registration