Friendly fraud – the hidden problem of online retail
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Identity theft and consumer fraud are synonymous with internet scams. When it comes to fraudulent online activity, the most common offender is seen as a vicious criminal. However, a different type of fraud is boasting an explosive growth rate when it comes to online transactions – and the criminal behind the scenes is…
Read MoreAdvancements in Mobile Payments Allow Consumers To Transfer Funds In A Snap
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When it comes to the financial industry, the digital revolution is an ever evolving process made up of small steps and giant leaps into virtually unknown territory. Between the time this article goes through its final edits, and the time it is published, things will have already changed in more than one way.…
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Privacy in the Digital Divide
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The eCommerce industry endures more privacy challenges as consumers begin to rely more and more on a digital society. Although consumerism is striving to employ more digital opportunities in this industry, the stress of purchase privacy is still relevant and in most cases greater due to new digital channels. Cyber crime is a…
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The “People Element”: Prevention for Chargebacks
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Having a firm grasp on fraud has become a normality for merchants of every realm. In 2011, merchants have reported that they have rejected 2.8% of their orders due to suspicious fraud. Businesses are becoming more aware of the idea that not every purchase is a safe purchase, especially for online Merchants. Specifically,…
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The Rise of Online Fraud
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The eCommerce industry has dramatically expanded in Europe, creating a shift from in store purchases to digital and online sales. With that increase in online transactions and sales; new opportunities for fraudulent activity are slated to increase. The issue with this rise in the European eCommerce culture is that there is no plan…
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Charging It Back: The Process
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It is safe to say that for nearly all of us, either we or someone we know has found a charge on their bank or credit card statement that didn’t seem to make sense. In the worst of cases, the charges were made by someone other than the card holder, meaning that at…
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Checks and Balances: Understanding Chargebacks
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There are countless pros and cons to owning and operating an online business. One major check in the pro category is that your company can reach people all around the world, no matter where you are located. By having a further reach, you are able to spread awareness of your brand, as well…
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Fraud: The Enemy in Disguise
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Fraud is on the rise, and like many trends gaining popularity by the day, we must work together to ensure it doesn’t stay. Fraud, both in concept and in legal terms, is an act of deceit and misrepresentation, and affects millions of people each year. Many fraud cases are never reported and therefore…
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How Merchants Can Identify Suspicious Transactions
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How Merchants Can Identify Suspicious Transactions Sales staff in any company should be aware of signs in regards to customer behavior. Noticing a customer who shows signs of hesitation or may even seem uncertain when presenting their personal information, for example ones zip code or the spelling of a home address. Many times,…
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Preventing Chargebacks by Enhancing Customer Service
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Preventing Chargebacks by Enhancing Customer Service Taking time to communicate with your customers will not only relieve stress to oneself and the client, but as well improve future sales. Customer service is usually a positive outcome every time because merchants that seem to be genuine usually win more than lose. If customers feel…
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