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How Payments Choice (And Faster Payments) Make X-Border Commerce D2C

PYMNTS

Managing payment flows has been a challenge — where, in Saccarola’s words, the wholesalers are eliminated, and consumers are making “microtransactions.”. Those merchants want to be paid in a wide range of local currencies, and in some cases may be operating from highly regulated countries.

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Compliance, Gaming and Gambling in Australia vs USA

Segpay

However, as gaming evolves with microtransactions and eSports betting, regulators are tightening oversight to prevent gambling-like mechanics from slipping into games. Australias regulators still see e-sports and gaming as skill-based activities, while gambling involves wagering money on chance-based outcomes.

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Understanding Payment Processing Terminology Glossary for Merchants

PayHawk

Currency Conversion The process of converting the transaction amount from one currency to another. Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) The process of offering the cardholder the option to pay in their own currency rather than the local currency, typically at a premium exchange rate.

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The evolution of digital payments and consumer trends

The Payments Association

The emphasis on convenience, personalisation, and security influences consumer behaviour in the following ways: Spending habits : Mobile payments make microtransactions effortless, encouraging consumers to spend more frequently, especially everyday items.

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