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How to Find the Right Credit Card Terminal for Your Business

Stax

Wireless terminals Wireless terminals are similar to mobile card readers in that these terminals offer mobility. Virtual terminals Virtual terminals are software-based interfaces that allow merchants to process payments via a computer or tablet. RELATED: Will a Stax Wireless Card Reader Improve Your Business?

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The 7 Best Mobile POS Systems for Small Businesses in 2024

Stax

An mPOS system should adhere to industry-standard security protocols, such as PCI DSS compliance, and include encryption and tokenization to safeguard data. Regular POS software updates and security patches are important to protect against new threats. Integration with other business tools Want to get the most out of your mPOS?

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Card Machines: 6 Ways to Save Money on Payment Processing Equipment

Stax

Lease-to-own agreements differ in price, depending on the type of terminal you purchase (wireless are more expensive than older models), the length, and if your business requires a separate receipt printer. POS and Payment Processing Providers don’t necessarily need credit card terminals.

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Tap to Pay: What It Is and How It Works

Stax

This short-range wireless communication technology allows data exchange between devices close to each other, typically within a few centimeters. Full-service POS and credit card payment providers Full-service providers like Stax offer complete POS solutions and backend payment processing, which are essential to accepting contactless payments.

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Big news for BlueJeans

ProfitWell

A Verizon Wireless acquisition. Verizon is aiming to bolster its business group in its quest to pitch new applications of wireless technology to its largest corporate customers. They'll take you on a deep dive into ProfitWell's Subscription/DTC Market Index, the current environment, and lessons from previous downturns.

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Solving Hard(ware) Problems

Point Nine Land

…or why this software investor has a crush on hardware It’s hard to find a VC who doesn’t love software, and for good reason. Software is also a lovely thing to scale. It’s not very surprising then that we’ve built, invested in, and bought a ton of software over the last few decades. But what about hardware?

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We should be living in the future already

Tom Tunguz

But we aren’t living in this world yet because it requires the synchronized deployment of three of the most advanced technologies developed in the past 20 years: wireless communication, smart phones and machine learning. First, all these devices must be connected to the internet via Wifi or cellular connection.

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