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.

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 […]

Increase Player Engagement to Level Up Your Online Casino Experience

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The gaming marketing has changed so much in the past decade, it’s nearly unrecognizable. Before, it seemed like the site with the most “winnable” games was on top. Now? It’s all about the player experience. The UK online casino industry is highly competitive, with over 200 licensed bookmakers and numerous websites. To thrive, online casinos […]

All You Need to Know About Stripe Payment Processing in 5 Minutes

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As an online store owner, you’re constantly seeking ways to streamline your payment process and boost your bottom line. Enter Stripe, a powerhouse in payment processing that revolutioned the ease in which startups and sellers can build a business. With robust features and user-friendly interface, Stripe is a go-to solution for entrepreneurs looking for simple […]

Email, SMS Are Saviors in Cookie-Proof Marketing

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Google phases out third-party cookies and privacy regulations tighten globally. What is happening in the digital marketing world, and will we survive? Yes, of course. While many marketers scramble for alternatives, two channels remain unaffected by these changes: email and text messaging. These direct communication methods don’t rely on cookies to track user behavior, making […]