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The Hidden Challenges of Proper PCI Compliance

FastSpring

As the online shopping trend continues to grow, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to hear that more customers are taking a greater interest in how merchants handle their payment information. Understanding the basics of Payment Card Industry Standards is fairly straightforward, but maintaining full compliance can be challenging.

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Visa Interchange Rates 2024: What You Need to Know

Stax

If your company accepts credit card payments ( which it should ), chances are, you’re going to be affected by Visa’s interchange rates. Visa is one of the biggest payment networks in the world, with ~4.2B Visa interchange rates are the fees charged by Visa to process transactions between issuing banks and merchants.

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What Is PCI Compliance And Why Is It Important For Your Business?

FastSpring

Today, many businesses have moved from physical to digital products and services to leverage the benefits of ecommerce. So there is a growing need for companies to ensure the security of payment cards, customer IDs, and user account information stored in their systems. What is PCI DSS Compliance?

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How Much Do Credit Card Companies Charge Merchants?

Stax

By understanding how credit card companies charge merchants and how these fees are calculated, businesses can explore optimization strategies to manage and reduce some of these costs. As well as improving profit margins, these activities can also enhance the customer experience and give merchants a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

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Everything You Need To Know about Merchant Processing and How To Choose the Right Solution for Your Needs

Stax

Whether you run a small online store or a major brand, accepting electronic payments is a must for all businesses. According to Onbe, 73% of consumers prefer using digital payments like cards and payment apps. But to seamlessly receive these payments as a merchant, you’ll need merchant processing services.

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Going Global: Key Considerations to Drive SaaS Success Abroad

OPEXEngine

Accessing untapped international opportunities today requires a strategic level of international targeting, a clear understanding of evolving international tax implications, and substantial insight into regional legislation to ensure compliance. Those not in compliance may be unknowingly subjected to local taxes. Why Go Global?

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How to Acquire a $400B World-Class Company by WePay (Video + Transcript)

SaaStr

WePay is a payments company for platform businesses like marketplaces, crowdfunding sites & small business software. They process billions annually for platforms like Constant Contact, GoFundMe, Ecwid, Infusionsoft, Meetup, Freshbooks & Zoho. Chase Merchant Services that we’re now a part of processes $1.2