The European Digital Payments Industry Alliance (EDPIA) has been formed by top payment service providers (PSPs) that do not engage in direct banking activities. Worldline, Nets, Nexi, and Ingenico (soon to be acquired by Worldline) are the EDPIA’s charter members. The alliance will work to raise the profile of Europe-based PSPs among governments, businesses, and the general public. The aims of the EDPIA include engaging in EU policy discussions regarding choices and practices for secure and efficient digital payments pertaining to consumers and merchants. The EDPIA also wants to ensure co...