Experts have warned that installing magnetic stripe credit card readers at EV charging points will increase the risk of card skimming in the US. Photograph: Researchers have called on authorities to offer more secure payment methods, such as contactless mobile platforms, to prevent exposing customers to unnecessary risks.
Experts have warned that installing magnetic stripe credit card readers at EV charging points will increase the risk of card skimming in the US. States including Arizona, California and Nevada are considering plans to install the technology at publicly funded charging stations, despite fears the move could make the stations increasingly attractive to cyber criminals. Researchers have called on authorities to offer more secure payment methods, such as contactless mobile platforms, to prevent exposing customers to unnecessary risks.