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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

VISTA InfoSec

While PCI DSS is not mandated by the Australian government, it is considered an important industry standard enforced by payment card brands. Achieving PCI DSS compliance ensures strong protection of sensitive payment data, reducing the risk of breaches and associated penalties.

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What is a Merchant Account and Does Your Business Need One?

EBizCharge

ECommerce services cater specifically to online businesses and include solutions for accepting electronic payments via online shopping carts. Whereas point-of-sale (POS) systems are ideal for brick-and-mortar stores, enabling swift in-person payments. Should I set up merchant services for my eCommerce business?

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The rise of generative AI in payment security: A double-edged sword for data privacy

The Payments Association

This intersection of data privacy and AI is a critical conversation in the payments industry due to the highly sensitive and personal nature of the data involved, FScom Senior Manager Anna Sweeney explains.

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AI in Finance: Freeing Managers from Routine Tasks to Drive Business Growth

Fintech News

Effective expense management, however, depends on how well a company captures and processes information, approves transactions, ensures accurate financial accounting, and uploads correct payment data. AI-powered spend management tools, like Summit , excel here. AI can be a game-changer here.

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Looking for the Best Payment Gateway? Here’s How to Choose the Right One

Stax

Look for PCI DSS-compliant payment gateways that optimize the security of credit and debit card transactions. Encryption – Encryption is a data security measure that ensures only authorized parties can read the data. Some businesses may receive multiple terminals, which helps reduce physical payment processing costs.

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Payments regulation roadmap: Q3 2025​

The Payments Association

Willem Wellinghoff Chief compliance officer and UK chair, Ecommpay “The incoming FCA CASS/Safeguarding rules will require significant preparation from payment firms, with stricter audit obligations and a tighter compliance framework. These developments are closely aligned with EU counterparts, including the EU Data Act and FiDA frameworks.

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The Top Payment Methods For Small Businesses

Stax

The payment gateway will let you accept all forms of electronic payments, including credit cards, debit cards, eChecks, direct debit payments, and much more. Its role is to encrypt and securely transfer your customers payment data to your payment processor.