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Friday, 22 November 2024

13 common scams to watch out for and how to prevent them

In 2023 alone, UK businesses lost £83.3 million to authorised push payment (APP) fraud, which is when a victim is duped into sending money to a fraudster. Whether it’s clever phishing emails, AI-powered deepfakes, or sham insurance policies, scammers' tactics are constantly evolving. While ensuring your business has the required card payment security measures is one of the best ways to protect you and your customers from fraud, prevention also means being clued up on how scammers are tricking people out of their hard-earned cash.

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Friday, 22 November 2024

How to accept card card payments: a step-by-step guide for small business owners

These days, card payments are an essential tool for any modern business. In fact, according to an exclusive takepayments survey, 1 in 3 consumers admit that they never carry cash on them. This shift towards an increasingly cashless society means businesses must adapt or risk turning away potential customers. Whether you're running a café, a retail shop, or an online store, offering customers the convenience of paying by card can make a big difference.

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Thursday, 21 November 2024

How to accept online payments: a guide to taking payments on a website

Over the past decade, the way consumers spend their money has transformed dramatically.  Online shopping, once a niche market, has grown into a multi-trillion-pound industry.  Technological advancements and changing consumer preferences have propelled this shift, with more Brits than ever opting for the convenience and variety offered by over 500,000 ecommerce websites in the UK. 

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