Author: Maria Sparagis

  • Use PayPal, Get Fined $2500 — New Policy Is Insane

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    PayPal is one of the most popular payment processors out there. It’s a great way to accept payments and get money into your bank account, but now that the company has changed its user agreement, it’s no longer safe to use PayPal. If you’re paying with PayPal and haven’t read this new policy update yet,…

  • Biometric Payments — Checkout Tech to Avoid or Implement?

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    The rise of biometric payments has been a hot topic in the payment industry. If you’re not familiar with it yet, here’s what you need to know: with a quick scan, consumers can grab and go from their favorite stores. A 2-second checkout experience—that’s sure to stifle drop-off rates at checkout. Is this the future…

  • 4 Ways Cryptocurrency Will Revolutionize Online Commerce

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    Cryptocurrency is a revolution in online commerce. The opportunities to transform the way we buy and sell are endless. But it’s easier said than done. The crypto market is still in its infancy, and there are plenty of obstacles standing between crypto becoming standard currency for online payments (like price volatility). Still, if you’re looking…

  • Inflation, Your Merchant Account, and Rising Credit Card Processing Fees

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    Inflation is a term used to describe an increase in the general level of prices for goods and services in an economy over time. This can be caused by a number of factors, including increases in the money supply or government policies that lead to lower productivity. Inflation affects every part of your small business,…