Like every major credit card company, Visa takes fraud prevention very seriously. Using a selection of sophisticated card security features and an array of fraud prevention strategies, they enable merchants to accept card payments with a minimized risk of fraud....
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MasterCard Security Features and Fraud Prevention Strategies
When customers pay by credit or debit card, there’s always a risk of fraud. However, card providers such as MasterCard implement a wide range of features to ensure the highest level of  security possible– preventing fraudulent transactions and ensuring that you, the...
An Inside Look at the Credit Card CVV and How It Protects Against Fraud
Preventing fraud is a priority for merchants and customers alike. When a customer pays using a credit or debit card, procedures are in place to ensure the transaction is not fraudulent. The card itself has multiple features built into its design. Recognizing and...
How African Entrepreneurs Should Choose a Payment Service Provider
As an African entrepreneur launching your startup business, you’ll need to choose a payment service provider (PSP) that offers the services you require for accepting digital payments. Owners of online businesses will need an integrated solution that accepts payments...
How Merchants Can Identify Fake Credit Cards
When credit card data is stolen, it is often used to create fake credit cards. This data is originally stolen from POSs and ATMs, and then sold online to criminals. These criminals can choose to purchase a local credit card number, paying for it by prepaid gift card,...
4 Advantages of Working with a Local Payment Service Provider
Are you trying to decide on the right payment service provider (PSP) for your business? At first glance, it might seem like a difficult decision to make - there are an overwhelming number of international PSPs available. However, as an African merchant, it’s...