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Global Standard for Cryptocurrency

The rise of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, is reshaping the financial sector as paper currency wanes in popularity. While traditional currencies have long adhered to esta...

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Newegg the Victim of a Month Long Data Breach

In the latest in a long stream of data breaches, Newegg has reported that it has been the victim of thieves who stole customers' credit card information over a period of one month....

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MasterCard's New B2B Trade Platform

In partnership with Microsoft, MasterCard has just announced a new B2B digital platform designed to simplify global trade for small businesses. The platform, called MasterCard Trac...

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Top New Trends in Payments

Some top new trends in payment are driving substantial transaction changes in the swiftly evolving digital landscape. The convergence of novel technologies and evolving consumer p...

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AVS Downgrades Can Increase Your Fees

You have probably heard the term "downgrading" in reference to payment processing fees and wonder what it means exactly for what you will be paying. Downgrades are an avoidable exp...

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The Benefits of an E-Commerce Business

If you are still relying on selling your services and products through a brick-and-mortar store, you may be missing out on a big opportunity. According to recent surveys, up to 97...

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New Credit Card Trends [2023 Update]

As consumer spending trends, security threats and technology change, credit card issuers like banks, credit unions and partner retailers and credit card companies keep pace with th...

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What is PCI Compliance [2023 Update]

PCI compliance is an essential component of payment processing and security. When signing up for merchant services, it pays to ensure your provider offers PCI compliant solut...

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What You Should Know About Card Not Present Transactions

When it comes to credit card processing, there are essentially two ways to process a debit or credit card payment: in person through contactless, swipe, or chip technology or throu...

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