Security Summit 2011 Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Visa Security Summit?

The Visa Security Summit is an open forum to enable a healthy debate among various players on the latest issues surrounding payment card security and help shape the future direction of security innovations.

Why is attending the Visa Security Summit important?

Your voice is critical to the conversation about security. Join the Visa Security Summit to garner insights and perspectives you don't read in the headlines.

Who should join Visa for this event?

This unique gathering brings together top Visa executives, financial institution executives, merchant representatives, policymakers, academics, law enforcement and thought leaders to discuss the importance of data security and a cooperative effort to reduce payment card fraud. It's open to anyone who plays a role in payment security.

What should I expect to learn from this event?

This summit will cover a broad range of timely, topical issues related to cardholder security. Key issues to be addressed by our executive panels include:

• Live Simulation of a Data Compromise
• eCommerce and Mobile Payment Security
• EMV Chip as a Path Towards Dynamic Authentication

What is the deadline for registering?

Registration will close by April 3, 2011 or sooner if space is filled to capacity. At that point, participants will be placed on a waiting list based on space availability. Previous Security Summits have reached capacity, so please be sure to register early.

How do I book my room at the Renaissance Hotel?

First, register for the conference. Then, to reserve your accommodations please contact Renaissance Washington DC Hotel Reservations at 1-800-468-3571 or +202-898-9000 and reference "Visa Security Summit". The negotiated conference rate per night is $269.00 (plus tax), which is a significant discount from the standard hotel rate.

Is there a fee to attend the conference?

The Visa Security Summit registration is complimentary to qualified attendees.

Is there a second day to the Visa Security Summit this year?

Yes, for the first time, Visa is offering more in-depth workshops for issuers, merchants, processors and vendors on the second day. For more information about the workshops, click here.