Author: Maria Sparagis

As President of DirectPayNet, I make it my mission to help merchants find the best payment solutions for their online business, especially if they are categorized as high-risk merchants. I help setup localized payments modes and have tons of other tricks to increase sales! I am an avid traveler, conference speaker and love to attend any event that allows me to learn about technology. I am fascinated by anything related to digital currency especially Bitcoin and the Blockchain.

How to Keep Your Online Visa Services Business Legal

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More and more people are turning to online visa services these days. In no small part due to the increasing desire to travel. And with travel comes the need for a visa. The UK just released their ETA requirement and the EU will soon require ETAIS approval. Americans are not used to applying for visas—they’ve […]

Fool-proof Guide to Nutraceutical Labeling Requirements

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In the nutraceuticals industry, staying compliant with labeling requirements will make or break your success. Consumers are increasingly turning to these food-derived products for potential health benefits. Manufacturers face the challenge of balancing marketing goals with strict regulatory guidelines. This comprehensive guide explores the intricacies of nutraceutical labeling, covering everything from FDA regulations to industry […]

FTC’s Junk Fee Rule, Events and Lodging Businesses Warned

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The Federal Trade Commission’s final Junk Fee Rule, announced on December 17, 2024, drastically changes how live event ticketing and short-term lodging businesses must display their prices. As the rule takes effect in April 2025, merchants in these industries face new compliance challenges that directly impact their payment processing operations. SECURE YOUR BUSINESS Understanding the […]

Meeting Consumer Demand for Better Credit Card Fraud Protection

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Consumers are demanding better protection for their personal data, and can you blame them? With AI scraping every piece of data updated to the internet and credit card fraud always on the horizon, what can we do? Fret not, because there are ways to protect your customer data without breaking the bank. Identity fraud cases […]

Multi-Currency E-Commerce Solutions Will Save Your Business

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We’re seeing lot of news about tariffs and what may or may not happen regarding global commerce. As a US business owner, what do you do about it? The best solution is protection. For American businesses, particularly those selling digital products, the impact of currency fluctuations and consumer sentiment is high. Offering multi-currency options and […]