National Retail Solutions (NRS) Enhances Security for Independent Retailers with New Skimmer Protection Program

Newark, NJ — National Retail Solutions (NRS) the leading point-of-sale and NRS Pay payment technology provider for independent retailers, convenience stores, and gas stations nationwide, announces the launch of its new Skimmer Protection Initiative, a proactive effort to safeguard store operators and consumers against credit card skimming and fraud. As part of this rollout, NRS technicians are now installing the proprietary NRS Safety Seal on payment terminals at participating locations, providing visible assurance that every system has been inspected, verified, and secured by NRS.

Raising the Bar on Retail Security

The Skimmer Protection Initiative introduces state-of-the-art anti-skimmer technology designed to detect and deter tampering on POS and card reader devices. By combining this advanced protection with the NRS Safety Seal, the company is helping independent retailers strengthen customer trust while reducing costly fraud and downtime. *According to the U.S. Secret Service, card skimming fraud has grown by more than 700% since 2021, with global losses exceeding $1.1 billion in 2023. POS skimming alone rose 12% year over year and accounted for more than $600 million in global losses. For small retailers, such attacks can devastate customer trust and revenue. [1]*

A Commitment to Independent Retailers

“As technology advances, so do the methods used by criminals targeting small businesses,” said Elie Y. Katz, founder and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS). “Independent store owners are the backbone of America’s communities, and they deserve access to the same level of protection as big-box chains. With our new Skimmer Protection and NRS Safety Seal program, we’re giving our retailers confidence that their systems are secure, their customers are protected, and their businesses can operate without fear of financial loss or reputational harm.” *Recent incidents uncovered at convenience stores in New Jersey and Pennsylvania revealed organized groups using Bluetooth-enabled skimmers to steal data from non-EMV cards such as EBT. The program directly addresses these evolving threats with a multi-layer defense that includes encryption verification, tamper detection, and serialized Safety Seals installed by certified NRS technicians. [2]*

How It Works

The NRS Safety Seal is applied only after a device passes a complete multi-point inspection by trained NRS service technicians. This includes:

– Comprehensive visual and electronic anti-tamper checks

– Firmware and encryption verification

– Installation of anti-skimmer detection components

– Application of a serialized Safety Seal for traceability and authenticity

Once sealed, the system is entered into NRS Pay’s security database, allowing store owners to verify protection status and receive ongoing monitoring and updates.

Leading the Industry in Secure POS Solutions

National Retail Solutions (NRS) continues to expand its offerings beyond its flagship NRS POS system and NRS Pay credit card processing platform. This new security initiative underscores the company’s mission to empower small and independent businesses with cutting-edge tools for growth, efficiency, and peace of mind. *NRS is also reinforcing best practices endorsed by the PCI Security Standards Council and federal law enforcement agencies, including regular POS inspections, staff training, and customer education on safe payment practices. [3]**

About National Retail Solutions (NRS)

National Retail Solutions (NRS), a subsidiary of IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT), operates the leading point-of-sale (POS) system and NRS Pay payment processing services for thousands of independent retailers in the United States and Canada. NRS provides small and mid-sized business owners with robust, revenue-generating store management systems, including EBT/eWIC acceptance, e-commerce solutions, payroll services, business cash advances, and other merchant services. NRS serves diverse retail segments through specialized solutions, such as NRS Petro for gas stations and convenience stores, and offers reseller partnership opportunities.

References

[1] U.S. Secret Service – Financial Crimes Task Force Report on Card Skimming Growth (2023).

[2] U.S. Secret Service Advisory: Skimming Device Threats to Retailers (2024).

[3] PCI Security Standards Council – Best Practices for Skimming Prevention (2024).