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.

Stripe Interchange Plus Offering (and Its Hidden Costs)

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­Stripe finds itself at the center of a growing controversy. Mark Carney, former Bank of England governor and Stripe board member, faces criticism from Canadian businesses over the company’s fee structure. This uproar sheds light on a critical issue that affects countless merchants: the hidden costs of payment processing. As a business owner, you can’t […]

Blockchain Cross-Border Payments Are the Future

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Despite rapid advancements in tech, cross-border transactions often remain frustratingly slow, expensive, and opaque. But there is something promising on the horizon: blockchain cross border payments. Traditional banking systems have long struggled to meet the evolving needs of businesses and individuals engaged in international transactions. Users frequently face lengthy processing times, exorbitant fees, and a […]

GetStripeBack – Accepting Payments After Shutdown

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If you’re reading this, you may have just experienced the shock and frustration of having your Stripe account shut down unexpectedly. One moment, you were processing payments and running your online business smoothly. The next, you found yourself locked out of your account, unable to accept payments or access your funds. As a business owner, […]

Stripe’s $1.1 Billion Acquisition of Bridge

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The Stripe Bridge acquisition not only marks the largest deal in the crypto industry to date but supports the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. Read more about the acquisition and what it means for your checkout, whether you use Stripe or not. ACCEPT CRYPTO PAYMENTS TODAY Why It Matters Stripe’s acquisition of Bridge demonstrates its strong […]

Final FTC Click-to-Cancel Rule Announced, Subscription Merchants Listen Up

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a final “click-to-cancel” rule aimed at simplifying the process of ending recurring subscriptions. This rule addresses the growing frustration among consumers who find it difficult to cancel unwanted services. By mandating that businesses make cancellation as straightforward as enrollment, the FTC empowers consumers and reduces deceptive practices in […]