ICMA Launches Online ACE-M Accreditation Examination Through Brightest
New platform expands access and provides flexible testing options for card-industry professionals worldwide EAST WINDSOR, N.J.—September 10, 2026—The International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA) today announced that the ICMA™…
ICMA and TRUSTECH: A Strategic Partnership for Industry Insight
From agentic AI and digital identity to quantum security and payment resilience, many of the forces reshaping the global card ecosystem will be on the agenda in Paris…
ICMA Seeks European Host for CardTREX 2027
Call for proposals invites ICMA members to help bring the association’s premier European event to a new destination EAST WINDSOR, N.J.—August 25, 2026—The International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA)…
AI Takes Quality Control to the Next Level in Dual-Interface Card Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly moving from an emerging technology to a practical tool for card manufacturers. That shift was reflected in recent conversations at ICMA EXPO, where…
Élan Awards Spotlight Innovation in Gift, Loyalty and Promotional Cards
Gift, loyalty and promotional cards represent one of the most dynamic segments of the global card ecosystem. As brands continue to invest in customer engagement and premium experiences,…
Building the Knowledge Behind Every Card
A successful card program does not start when the finished card reaches the cardholder. It starts much earlier, with the decisions made throughout the manufacturing process. Material selection,…
New Blogs Now Live on ICMA.com
Explore the latest insights from ICMA members who are leading conversations on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the global card industry. From expert analysis on trade policies…
Five Principles Shaping Card Design
By Megan Anthony, ACE-M, ACE-P, President, Board of Directors Our members and industry experts play an essential role in shaping card design across payment, access, identification, gift and novelty applications. Innovation in…
ACE Sets the Standard for Card Industry Knowledge
As the card industry continues to evolve, technical knowledge and proven expertise have never been more important. ICMA’s Advanced Card Education (ACE) program remains a leading professional development resource for card industry…
From Detection to Prevention: AI-Augmented FMEA for Dual-Interface CardProduction
By Siva Ravi, Director of Operational Excellence, Marketing Card Technology LLC Problem Definition T-Connect dual-interface card manufacturing operates within extremely tight tolerances, were small variations in materials, machine settings, environmental conditions, or…