The world of B2C online payments is varied and ever-changing. Scores of new payment solutions have been launched, promising to overcome the flaws of the credit card. Many have failed, yet some are now beginning to meet with success. Banks, however, have been slow to enter the market. 'ePayments 2002' tracks the drivers and trends of the industry in six European markets. Utilizing Datamonitor's Impact 2001 consumer survey, the report provides a range of data giving FSIs an insight into online consumer buying behavior. Market players are also profiled, examining solutions ranging from credit cards to eWallets. The report ends with market forecasts and answers the vital questions of which payment solutions will succeed and, more importantly, who will be controlling them.
