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What is Fintech Risk and Compliance and How to Follow Regulations

Scytale

The financial technology (fintech) industry has revolutionized the way we manage our finances, conduct transactions, and access financial services. Why is Fintech Compliance So Important? Compliance measures help to prevent identity theft, fraud, and other financial crimes.

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My Mental Model for the World of Crypto

Tom Tunguz

Tokens might be used as stores of equity value, as a replacement for government money, to pay for a particular service, or simply as as collectible. Exchanges - exchanges are the marketplaces where people trade tokens to determine their value. Protocols are computer programs that decide how digital assets should behave.

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VAT 101: How To Maintain Tax Compliance When Selling In The E.U.

FastSpring

Each market has its own unique rules around digital tax compliance which is why your company should avoid a “one size fits all” approach. For example, in the name of fairness to EU sellers, countries under the European Union will apply different Value-Added Tax (VAT) rates on all imported digital goods and services. What is VAT?

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5 Secrets to Moving Upmarket – How the Right Sales Tax Technology Can Support SaaS Growth

SaaStr

That makes sales tax compliance easy to ignore… until it becomes a problem. . Sales tax is governed at the state level, not the federal level, so instead of dealing with one set of convoluted tax laws (hi, IRS.GOV), you get to deal with sales tax laws in some or all of the 46 US states with a sales tax. . There are a few reasons.

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What Is a Credit Card Surcharge?

Stax

Once you have ensured that surcharges are permissible by law in your state, you must meet card brand guidelines for compliance. While this may seem like a pretty straightforward and minor difference, it is necessary to consider it for legality and compliance purposes. What Is a Credit Card Surcharge?

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What Is a Credit Card Surcharge?

Stax

Once you have ensured that surcharges are permissible by law in your state, you must meet card brand guidelines for compliance. While this may seem like a pretty straightforward and minor difference, it is necessary to consider it for legality and compliance purposes. Learn More What Is a Credit Card Surcharge?

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What are the Benefits of BPO Outsourcing?

How To Buy Saas

These services ensure that your organization has the resources it needs to keep up with the latest healthcare standards. These services can lead to higher revenue and business expansions. The services are provided for a fraction of the cost of in-house staff. They also have access to the latest technology.