“Chip verified” generally means the EMV chip on the card generated valid transaction authentication data that the bank accepted.

It confirms the chip responded properly.

It does not confirm who was holding the card.

👉 How It Happens: What “Chip Verified” Means

Michael F. Cardoza, Esq.
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