The Verification of Payee (VOP) Scheme plays a role, in ensuring that payments reach the intended recipients accurately thus minimizing the potential, for fraud and mistakes. Overseen by the European Payments Council (EPC) AISBL the VOP Scheme Management follows an approach to uphold its reliability and flexibility.
The legislation on instant euro transfer passed by the European Parliament represents a significant advancement in the modernization and standardization of financial transactions throughout the EU. The regulation lays the groundwork for a more efficient, secure, and transparent digital payment ecosystem by promoting competition and innovation, strengthening safety measures, imposing liability requirements, and permitting 24/7 instantaneous payments. As the European Parliament legislation has been adopted, there are some serious changes forecasted in the near future.