How to Make the Most of Industry Trade Shows

by Ali Farrar | Aug 18, 2025 | General Merchant Processing, Industry Trends, Marketing

Lessons from the BOLD + Tonic team at RetailNOW 2025 Industry trade shows aren’t just about grabbing the latest swag or collecting badge scans. When approached strategically, they’re a powerful way to reconnect with partners, gather real feedback, and make lasting...

Top-of-Wallet Credit Cards: What They Reveal About Consumer Spending and Why Businesses Should Care

by Ali Farrar | May 20, 2025 | General Merchant Processing, Industry Trends, Marketing

One clear trend is rising to the top of payments: consumers favor a single credit card over all others, and that “top-of-wallet” card dominates their spending. Understanding this behavior is essential for businesses looking to attract and retain customers. What Is a...

Local Payments Trends: What Businesses Need to Know

by Ali Farrar | Mar 18, 2025 | General Merchant Processing, Industry Trends, Marketing

In recent years, local payment methods (LPMs) have experienced substantial growth, becoming critical in the global e-commerce landscape.  What Are Local Payment Methods? Local payment methods (LPMs) are payment options tailored to consumers’ preferences and...

The FTC Click to Cancel Rule: What ISVs, VARs, and Merchants Need to Know

by Ali Farrar | Jan 29, 2025 | General Merchant Processing, Industry Trends, Marketing

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently proposed the Click to Cancel rule, a regulation aimed at simplifying the subscription cancellation process for consumers. For businesses that rely on subscription models, this rule brings new requirements designed to ensure...

Understanding TIN Validation: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How ISVs and VARs Can Support Merchants

by Ali Farrar | Jan 16, 2025 | General Merchant Processing, Industry Trends, Marketing

Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) validation plays a critical role in ensuring compliance and avoiding unnecessary complications for businesses in payment processing and merchant services. For Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and Value-Added Resellers (VARs),...