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Streamlining the checkout process isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for keeping customers happy, reducing cart abandonment, and boosting your conversion rates.

eSIM technology is revolutionising the travel industry. But what happens when this innovation becomes a target for fraud?

Explore the key changes of PSD3 and PSR1, their impact on merchants, and how to prepare for them.

Why do some digital products fly off the virtual shelves while others gather digital dust? Discover the strategies you need to thrive in this dynamic market.

Indemnification is a term often used in relation to services providing protection against online payment fraud. But what is indemnification and when does it apply?

This article explores the promising horizon of digital goods sales, from gift cards to game cards, including benefits and fraud prevention measures.

As Europe spearheads eSIM adoption, businesses catering to travellers have a prime opportunity to enhance their services and stay ahead of the competition.

Why are gift cards a great opportunity for merchants to boost revenues and what are the benefits they provide for both consumers and businesses?

New product updates have been released for Protectmaxx to make fraud prevention easier for you!

We’ve upgraded our Protectmaxx solution to make transactions safer and easier.

Here's why e-commerce vendors struggle with payment fraud and need trusted partners for solutions.

What strategies can businesses adopt to fight credit card fraud? Here are some clear steps for effective fraud reporting and prevention.

Alphacomm announces a strategic partnership with Velti, a global innovator in AI-powered mobile marketing and gaming.

Digital transactions are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated fraud tactics. Our analysis delves into the latest strategies for detecting online payment fraud.

As a leader in digital payments, PayPal's popularity draws fraudsters; how can online transactions be secured?

In this article, we explain what chargeback protection is and discuss strategies to protect your business from chargebacks.

Account takeover (ATO) fraud is widespread in Europe, as fraudsters impersonate trusted customers.

The year was a rollercoaster, with AI, new payments, and shifting trends driving merchants to innovate and adapt to changing consumer needs.

Fraudsters constantly innovate, creating costly blind spots for businesses. We discuss how e-commerce fraud is changing and strategies to fight it.

Alphacomm joins top experts at the Fraud Prevention Summit in London on November 1, 2023, to explore evolving fraud challenges and solutions.

Chargebacks can terrify business owners, especially in digital goods where transactions are instantaneous. Understanding them is crucial.

In the digital age, PCI (Level 1) compliance is crucial for safeguarding payment card info and protecting your customers' trust and reputation.

Excited to unveil Protectmaxx updates: new Developer Resources, 2024 roadmap, upcoming features, and PayPalV2 integration news!

Scamming and payment fraud affect many globally. Explore the deeper psychological and motivational factors driving people to commit fraud.

Alphacomm’s hosts a webinar on July 12, 2023, to explore cutting-edge tech and AI’s role in its evolution.

In under four months, ChatGPT has transformed AI use but has also been misused for fraud and dishonest gains.

The internet has changed global sales, but companies still struggle with diverse payment preferences. This article explores solutions.

When it comes to maximizing profit, what will be a threat or opportunity for sellers of digital goods or services in 2023?

Fraudsters are now organized crime groups with nation-level resources, making attacks on e-commerce businesses more complex and likely.

Digital goods fraud is rising. The Gift Shop and Alphacomm offer a workshop on protecting against online payment fraud for e-commerce businesses.

Global e-commerce sales hit $5.7T in 2022 and will reach $8.1T by 2026, but fraud also rose, costing about $41B in 2022.

Alphacomm is migrating customers to a new, AWS-based platform, offering improved functionality and stability, with many already benefiting.

In 2023, businesses are chasing yearly goals, while fraudsters advance without slowing down.

Claners.com choose Alphacomm’s Protectmaxx to secure its online payments from fraudsters.

Gift cards are popular but attract fraudsters, with e-commerce stores being the weak link. Learn how to protect your business from gift card fraud.

Protectmaxx is a next-gen fraud prevention tool for e-commerce, adapting to apply the best anti-fraud measures per transaction.

Online fraud is diverse and costly. As a business leader, stay aware of these threats and how to protect yourself against them.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are well-known in Europe, with UK spending £9.42B in 2021. Is this popular period truly beneficial for all?

Alphacomm and Mi-Pay have merged under the Alphacomm brand, creating a strong Pan-European identity with shared core values.

Is iDeal the key for European e-commerce? The Dutch payment method is expanding across Europe—merchants should start preparing now.

In 20 years, e-money has become integral to global e-commerce. Once skeptical, it’s now common, though not everyone fully understands it.

Why does a leading German telco trust Alphacomm? We asked Thorsten Wagner, director of Telefónica Germany and CEO of AY YILDIZ.

Online shopping has surged, increasing fraud risk. Are businesses ready for the 2022 holiday season?

PayPal and credit cards are popular but risky. Adding them to your checkout with strong anti-fraud protection can boost your bottom line.

Digital goods in e-commerce are prime targets for fraud due to instant delivery. How can businesses reduce fraud risks for these items?

Protecting against payment fraud doesn’t mean losing revenue or customer loyalty. Learn how card acceptance affects your bottom line.

Paymaxx is a top payment solution for digital goods, supporting global and local methods, reducing checkout friction, and boosting profits.

When PayPal limits or freezes your account, it can take ages to resolve. For digital goods sellers reliant on PayPal, this can be disastrous.

As we reflect on 2022, we explore industry trends and emerging insights.

Alphacomm and AY YILDIZ are teaming up to offer AY YILDIZ prepaid customers top-up options via WhatsApp chatbot and their website.

High churn in prepaid mobile credit is a concern, but you can boost loyalty without giving everything away for free.

Mi-Pay and T-Mobile Netherlands team up to offer Tikkie for prepaid top-ups, improving conversion rates and providing checkout flexibility.

Mi-Pay’s Reloads now lets telecom providers offer prepaid top-ups via SMS, boosting user experience and ARPU alongside other methods.

Syniverse and Mi-Pay have teamed up to enhance solutions with global omnichannel communication and promote Syniverse CPaaS Concierge in Europe.

We’ve added new languages to Mi-Pay Reloads, making it easier for prepaid credit providers to offer customer-friendly top-up services.

Mi-Pay partners with Ortel Mobile Germany to offer diverse mobile credit top-up options, including via WhatsApp.

Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) arrives on September 14, 2019, as part of the PSD2 directive, bringing new challenges.

3DS2 adds friction and can hurt conversion rates. We’ve optimized to minimize its impact and help clients comply with SCA regulations.

To mark a year of Alphacomm and Mi-Pay's partnership, we’re asking team members about their experiences collaborating across the Channel.

What’s the difference between a payment gateway and a processor? Both are essential but only one boosts conversions and prevents fraud.

PayPal, one of the most popular payment methods in the world raises many concerns regarding fraud. Luckily, there is a way to implement PayPal with complete fraud protection and a 100% payment guarantee.

Alphacomm now offers Tikkie as payment method to all partners and customers based or operating in the Netherlands.

Alphacomm has been named one of the top 250 scaleups in the Netherlands.

Chris Curd becomes Mi-Pay UK’s VP of Sales, bringing a strong track record in driving growth through creative marketing and strategic innovation.

In 2020, we acquired Mi-Pay, a British payment and fraud specialist. We asked our team about the expansion and how it has impacted them.

Is your checkout optimized for success? Learn how to improve conversion rates.

If you run an e-commerce or B2B site, you know there’s a strong link between a good user interface (UI) and a great user experience (UX).

Alphacomm Solutions rebrands to Mi-Pay Europe after merging with the London-based top-up and fraud specialist, now alongside Mi-Pay UK.

Three Ireland partners with Mi-Pay and Alexa for a voice-assisted top-up service, letting customers top up by saying, “Alexa, top me up.”

The rise of contactless payments in 2020 accelerates the shift from cash to cards, solidifying eCommerce as the new normal. Are you ready?

Consumers are spending less but buying more online, increasing fraud risk. Are businesses prepared for the 2020 holiday season?

Voice-activated devices are increasingly common for customer interactions. Utilities and telecoms are using Alexa to offer innovative access to services.

What does eSIM mean for operators? Learn how telcos can migrate customers smoothly to eSIM and why fast adaptation offers the greatest benefits.

In 2018, a German electronics firm chose Alphacomm to launch its online game store for selling activation codes.

Selling online increases fraud risk, but 3DS2 and specialized fraud tools can protect customers, reduce fraud, and boost sales.

Alphacomm launches prepaid top-up via Alexa, allowing customers to purchase mobile credit with voice commands through its reseller, Alphacomm Solutions.

PSD2 aims to boost competition, include non-banks, protect consumer rights, enhance data control, and improve online payment security in the EU.

Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) under PSD2 enhances payment security and mandates platform openness for third-party integrations.

3DS2 helps with fraud protection but can hurt customer experience and revenue. Additional measures may be needed.

Checkmaxx provides resellers with an end-to-end e-commerce solution for high-risk digital goods, enhancing revenue and customer loyalty.

PSD2, replacing PSD1, harmonizes payment services across SEPA. Adopted in 2015, it took effect in January 2018, with a delayed start in the Netherlands.

Dutch prepaid provider L-mobi Mobile partners with Alphacomm to enhance and broaden their top-up experience for customers.

Let’s explore how PSD2 and SCA changes affect consumers and their experiences.

Facebook is launching a new cryptocurrency in early 2020, enabling users to own and transfer money without needing a bank account.

The cashless trend is global, but cash extinction won't happen everywhere at once. Here's a look at the state of cash in the US.

The European Banking Authority's July report highlights key challenges faced by payment and E-money institutions in the FinTech landscape.

Omni-channel retail is more than a buzzword—it's a crucial strategy for success.

Prepaid phones offer convenience but the frequent need to top up can be frustrating, each time requiring customers to choose your service again.

Free trials can benefit both consumers and businesses, but a lack of transparency often leads to unwanted recurring charges.

As cash use declines globally, access to cash is shrinking, but the shift to cards varies across countries.

Are merchants prepared for a cashless future as global card expenditure soars?

How will we manage prepaid phone top-ups in the near and far future? Find out!

Alphacomm launched fraud and payment consultancy in a push to eradicate missed revenue.

Alper Altan, Alphacomm’s business development manager, believes automatic top-up is the next evolution in the prepaid industry.

Alphacomm, a fast growing fintech company, announced the acquisition of the activities of AIM listed Mi-Pay.

We now offer Carte Bancaire, the most popular Visa-branded debit card in France.

2018 was a stellar year for FinTech, with rapid digital adoption and exciting advancements in AI and APIs.

Alphacomm launches a new WhatsApp top-up service in Germany. Check it out!

Medion and Alphacomm team up to launch a new online game store on Cyber Monday.

Imagine missing a perfect World Cup moment due to low prepaid credit. Automatic top-ups prevent this and enhance customer loyalty.