Bigcommerce & dLocal Team Up to Expand Cross Border & Local Payments in Latin America
Saas e-commerce platform BigCommerce continues its expansion into Latin America by partnering with dLocal, a payment platform that connects merchants to emerging markets. The new partnership will enable global merchants to accept payments such as local cards and other alternative payment methods powered by dLocal. Unfamiliar payment options or lack of...
Russian eCommerce Takes a Hit as Global Sanctions comes into effect
A modern-day digital iron curtain has fallen on the 12th largest e-commerce market in the world. eCommerce in Russia was the talk of the town in 2020-2021 as sales boomed and interest grew in the potential for significant gains in eCommerce sales and stocks in the sector. The darling of Russian eCommerce, Ozon launched...
Visa, Mastercard & American Express Halt Services in Russia
The most accessible credit card networks globally have joined the sanction placed upon Russia by ceasing services. Credit cards issued by the network will still work for transactions and withdrawals in the country but not for any transactions outside of Russia. From Visa's announcement: "We are compelled to act following Russia's...
Payflex: The best South African Payment Gateway?
Imagine you are scrolling through an online store, then suddenly, something catches your eye. 30% SALE OFF EVERYTHING! - including that brand new gadget you've been dreaming about. In love with this product, your eyes rush through all the information & images until you reach the price. Your wallet groans and your heart breaks - as...
