Security
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CVV Codes: The Ultimate Guide for Merchants
Why CVV codes exist and how they fit into the payments landscape
Payment Processing 101
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The Cost of a Breach
Putting a value on what happens when customer data gets into the wrong hands
Security
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Invalid Transaction: Declined Code 12 Explained
If your POS showed this decline code read on
Payment Processing 101
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Fraud and Consumer Confidence In Emerging Payment Technologies
Security is a top concern for consumers and smart business owners
Payment Industry Trends
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Force Sale Credit Card: What Are Force-Post Transactions?
With convenience comes fraud, avoid the latter with this guide
Payment Processing 101
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EMV Compliance: Laws, Deadlines, & More Explained
Here's why chip is the present and future of credit card payments
Merchant Tips
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Do Not Honor: Meaning, Causes, & What to Do
Explaining common credit card payment rejection codes and what to do when they pop up
Payment Processing 101
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Chip-and-PIN vs. Chip-and-Signature
Which is better and why
Payment Industry Trends