Aurora Payments Enhances Payment Security and Merchant Savings with Launch of Network Tokenization on ARISE

Smarter, More Secure Transactions for Merchants, ISOs, and ISVs—Powered by the ARISE Platform

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aurora Payments, a full-service payment technology provider, today announced the launch of Network Tokenization—a next-generation solution integrated into its ARISE Payment Platform that replaces sensitive cardholder data with dynamic, network-issued tokens. This advancement helps merchants, software partners, and ISOs reduce fraud, increase approval rates, and lower processing costs—all while simplifying PCI compliance.

Unlike traditional, local tokenization methods, Aurora’s Network Tokenization uses tokens issued directly by the card networks on behalf of the issuing bank. This enables end-to-end transaction security and automatically updates expired or reissued cards, preventing payment disruptions.

“Our partners and merchants are constantly looking for an edge—more security, fewer declines, and better customer experiences,” said Brian Goudie, President of Aurora Payments. “With Network Tokenization, we’re delivering on all three, giving our clients an enterprise-grade solution that works quietly in the background but delivers significant business impact—especially for subscription-based and recurring transactions.”

Real Results for Real Businesses

With Aurora Network Tokenization, partners and merchants can unlock:

• Up to 30% Reduction in Fraud: Network-issued tokens significantly reduce exposure to card data and fraudulent transactions.
• Nearly 5% Boost in Approval Rates: Keep transactions flowing with up-to-date card credentials—even after reissuance.
• Lower Interchange Fees: Many MCCs qualify for reduced rates, resulting in meaningful cost savings.
• Minimized Chargebacks: Increased trust and token-based liability shift reduce false declines and disputes.
• Streamlined PCI Compliance: Tokens are not classified as cardholder data, minimizing compliance scope and cost.

“We built this with our partners in mind—ISOs, ISVs, agents, and vertical SaaS providers,” said Derek Dean, Chief Revenue Officer at Aurora Payments. “Network Tokenization on ARISE isn’t just about security. It’s about keeping customers connected, payments flowing, and businesses growing.”

Smarter Payments. Stronger Protection. Seamless Experience.

Fully integrated into the ARISE Platform, Network Tokenization requires no updates to adopt and is available to all merchants, ISOs, and ISVs for both card-present and card-not-present transactions. Customers enjoy seamless payment experiences, while merchants benefit from dramatically improved outcomes.

As part of Aurora Payment’s expanding ecosystem of intelligent payment solutions, Network Tokenization supports the company’s mission to help businesses grow smarter, operate safer, and serve better.

Visit Aurora Payments at ETA Transact in Las Vegas, April 2–4, 2025 at Booth #124 to learn how merchants, ISOs, and ISVs can accelerate their growth with the ARISE Platform.

About Aurora Payments

Aurora Payments is a united network of processing, technology, and payments solutions, supporting over 27,000 merchants and $12 billion in annual processing volume. Founded in 2005, Aurora has carved out leadership in several industries through its innovative products, exceptional service, and deep vertical expertise. The company’s proprietary platforms—ARISE, RISE CRM, Calendarise, and NailSoft—are cloud-based solutions designed to simplify payments and operations for small and midsize businesses. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Aurora Payments is backed by Corsair, a leading private equity firm focused on payments, software, and financial service investments.

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