merchants

Vantiv Processes Most Debit, Credit Transactions In US
Vantiv Processes Most Debit, Credit Transactions In US
March 17, 2017  |  Payment Methods

As it marks its five-year anniversary as a publicly traded company, Vantiv announced in a press release that it now processes more debit and credit...

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First Data Buys Acculynk To Expand Its eCommerce Offerings
First Data Buys Acculynk To Expand Its eCommerce Offerings
March 17, 2017  |  Payment Methods

First Data, the commerce-enabling technology company, announced Thursday (March 16) it entered into an agreement to acquire Acculynk, an Atlanta-based technology company that delivers eCommerce...

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Half Of Online Retailers Seek To Switch eCommerce Platforms
Half Of Online Retailers Seek To Switch eCommerce Platforms
February 07, 2017  |  Retail

Today’s retailer is required to be quick and nimble with the ever-changing online shopping arena. Due to the 24/7, fast-paced shopping of consumers, many online...

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Chargebacks911 And ACI Join Forces To Protect Merchants
Chargebacks911 And ACI Join Forces To Protect Merchants
February 02, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

With the frequency of chargeback issuances becoming a growing cause of concern for merchants, two companies announced an alliance aimed at helping their clients successfully...

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National Retail Federation Says Law Violates Merchants’ Freedom Of Speech
National Retail Federation Says Law Violates Merchants’ Freedom Of Speech
January 11, 2017  |  Payment Methods

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is calling for more transparency when it comes to credit card fees, urging the Supreme Court to let merchants show...

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eCommerce Merchants Are Wary Of Cross-Border Sales
eCommerce Merchants Are Wary Of Cross-Border Sales
December 14, 2016  |  eCommerce

The election of Donald Trump, the exit of the U.K. from the European Union and a declining economy in China are resulting in reduced enthusiasm...

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Merchant Associations Want Visa To Remedy EMV Rules
Merchant Associations Want Visa To Remedy EMV Rules
November 17, 2016  |  EMV

Merchant associations that represent tens of thousands of U.S. merchants are calling on Visa to provide steps to remedy what they say is violation of...

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Viber Launches Ability To Chat With Businesses
Viber Launches Ability To Chat With Businesses
November 10, 2016  |  Innovation

Viber, the widely popular messaging app, announced Wednesday (Nov. 9) the launch of Public Accounts, which enables users to connect with businesses and brands in...

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For Chargebacks, A 50 bp Rule Of Thumb
For Chargebacks, A 50 bp Rule Of Thumb
June 14, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

Chargebacks can sink profits and reputations — and more often than not they're tied to fraud. Once they hit 50 bps of transactions, says a...

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