Payment processing has significantly changed since my partner, Dave, and I began selling merchant services in 2001. Back then, we made money by leasing and selling equipment. Over time, we broadened ...

Square is a better value for high-volume businesses with lower online fees and robust POS tools. PayPal suits low-volume merchants needing flexible options.

If you run a business where you get paid for project-based work or a certain number of hours worked, invoicing software can help you get paid the right amount on time — all while being as efficient as ...

As consumer behavior shifts rapidly toward digital-first experiences, small businesses must evolve or risk falling behind. Digital payments are no longer a luxury—they're a necessity. From mobile ...

September 15, 2025 - US merchants are cautiously optimistic that a federal district court's decision in Corner Post, Inc. v. Bd. of Governors of Fed. Rsrv. Sys., No. 1:21-CV-00095, 2025 WL 2253474, (D ...

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