Tag: payment processing

  • Capital One’s Acquisition of Discover Reshapes the Payments Landscape

    In a move that could significantly reshape the landscape of the financial services industry, Capital One Financial Corp. is considering an ambitious acquisition of Discover Financial Services in a deal valued at $35 billion. This all-stock transaction isn’t just a mere business maneuver; it’s a strategic play aiming to catapult Capital One to the forefront…

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  • Boost Your Bookings with 3 Simple Vacation Rental Payment Rules

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    The way vacationers book and pay for their dream getaways has changed in the past decade. Ensuring a smooth and reliable payment experience has never been more crucial for those in the vacation rental business. Whether you’re an Airbnb host, a property owner with a scenic beach house, or a professional vacation rental manager, understanding…

    vacation rental payments, boost payments, vacation rental business, travel business
  • How the Payment Methods You Accept Reflects the Quality of Your Small Business

    If there’s one thing we’ve learned in the field of payment processing, it’s that how you accept your customer’s money can speak volumes about your business. As a veteran merchant account provider, I’ve seen it all – the good, the bad, and the unfortunately outdated. The methods by which a small business accepts payments aren’t…

    Small Business Payments, what you should accept and why
  • Mastercard Bans Debit Cards for US Cannabis Shops, How to Comply without Losing Customers

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    Mastercard recently made a controversial decision that sent shockwaves through the burgeoning cannabis industry. The global financial giant instructed US-based cannabis shops to cease accepting its debit cards, citing federal laws that still classify marijuana as an illegal substance. The crackdown is instilling fear in cannabis merchants across the US. But what does this move…

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  • Stream, Shop, Smile: Roku and Shopify’s Revolutionary Shopping Experience Breakdown

    In the rapidly-evolving digital world, one might think the possibilities for advertising and e-commerce are endless. Yet, a noticeable gap persists: the world of TV streaming has largely remained untouched. Well, maybe not untouched but more unrealized. Ads have existed on streaming since streaming’s birth. Viewers today enjoy a plethora of content on their TV…

    Direct response marketers find a new home in tv streaming