Trintech unveils open-source POS solution

Trintech [Nasdaq: TTPA Neuer Markt: TTP] has unveiled a new open source POS (point of sale) terminal architecture at CeBIT. Named PayWare OpenPOS, the new architecture uses embedded Linux and ARM technology.

Trintech said that OpenPOS can reduce transaction times and shorten development cycles for POS terminals and that the company is targeting the estimated 18 million terminals worldwide with its new product.