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Industry Insights & Payment News
Where payments, compliance, and growth intersect. Explore insights on healthcare, telehealth, ecommerce, recurring revenue, and the infrastructure powering modern business.
The Importance of Solid Statement Analysis in Winning Merchants
Why solid statement analysis matters when choosing a merchant service provider. How to read your processing statement and spot hidden fees before signing.
You Should Know This About The Marijuana Industry’s SAFE Banking Bill
What the SAFE Banking Act means for the marijuana industry. How the bill would let banks work with cannabis businesses without violating federal law.
European Businesses Not Ready for 3DS 2.0 SCA Implementation
European businesses were not ready for 3DS 2.0 SCA implementation. Why the Strong Customer Authentication deadline was extended and what merchants need to do.
Four Reasons Why Businesses Need Diverse Payment Methods
Four reasons businesses need to offer diverse payment methods. How accepting multiple payment types increases conversion, reach, and customer satisfaction.
U.S. Senate Considers Cannabis Banking Reform
The U.S. Senate is considering cannabis banking reform. How proposed legislation could open federal banking access for state-licensed marijuana businesses.
A Fly in the Contactless Payments Ointment
Challenges facing contactless payment adoption. Security concerns, merchant readiness gaps, and what needs to change for tap-and-go to reach mass adoption.
What AliPay and WeChat Pay Mean to Online and Retail Merchants
What Alipay and WeChat Pay mean for online and retail merchants. How to accept Chinese mobile payments and reach customers who prefer digital wallets.
Online Dating is Booming
The online dating industry is booming. Market growth, revenue trends, and what the expansion means for dating platform payment processing.
Visa Updates Policies Regarding Free/Discounted Trial Billing Models
Visa updated policies for merchants using free and discounted trial billing models. New disclosure, cancellation, and dispute rules taking effect in 2020.
Effects of PSD2 on E-commerce Merchants
How PSD2 affects ecommerce merchants. Strong Customer Authentication requirements, two-factor verification, and what European merchants must do to comply.