PSD2

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Payment Services Directive 2

Definition

The Payment Services Directive 2015/2366, as amended or updated from time to time, including the associated Regulatory Technical Standards developed by the EBA. PSD2 is the EU regulation that mandated banks to provide APIs for account access and payment initiation to licensed third-party providers.

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What is Payment Services Directive 2?

The Payment Services Directive 2015/2366, as amended or updated from time to time, including the associated Regulatory Technical Standards developed by the EBA. PSD2 is the EU regulation that mandated banks to provide APIs for account access and payment initiation to licensed third-party providers.

What does PSD2 stand for in Open Banking?

PSD2 stands for Payment Services Directive 2. It is a fundamental concept in Open Banking and PSD2 regulations. The Payment Services Directive 2015/2366, as amended or updated from time to time, including the associated Regulatory Technical Standards developed by the EBA. PSD2 is the EU regulation that mandated banks to provide APIs for account access and payment initiation to licensed third-party providers.

How does PSD2 affect Open Banking?

Payment Services Directive 2 is a regulatory framework that shapes how Open Banking operates. It establishes requirements for data sharing, security, and consumer protection that all participants in the ecosystem must follow.

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