Why Merchant Funds Get Frozen by Banks (2026 Guide)

Jan/ 13/ 2026 |

Introduction Few things are more damaging to a business than frozen merchant funds. Payroll stops, vendors go unpaid, and growth halts overnight.  In 2026, banks are freezing funds more aggressively than ever due to KYB failures, dispute risk, and compliance

How US Merchants Can Stop Friendly Fraud

Jan/ 6/ 2026 |

For most business owners in the USA, the term “fraud” conjures images of shadowy hackers stealing credit card numbers. However, there is a much more common threat originating from within your own customer base. Often called an oxymoron, friendly fraud

Where to Find Credit Card Fraud Databases

Jan/ 2/ 2026 |

Credit card fraud detection is a critical priority for American businesses and consumers alike, especially as fraud rates have more than doubled since the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023 alone, approximately 11.5 percent of credit card owners in the United States

What U.S. Merchants Need to Know to Protect Their Revenue

Dec/ 26/ 2025 |

In the dynamic world of e-commerce and retail in the United States, managing transactions requires vigilance, and few issues disrupt operations and cut into profits as significantly as chargebacks. A chargeback is far more than a simple refund; it is

The Essential Partner in Your Card Processing Success

Dec/ 23/ 2025 |

The Essential Partner in Your Card Processing Success Every business in the USA that accepts credit or debit card payments relies on a critical, often behind-the-scenes player: the Merchant Acquirer, also known as the acquiring bank or payment acquirer. In

How to Dispute a Charge: Your Guide to Protecting Your Wallet

Dec/ 19/ 2025 |

In the fast-paced world of digital commerce, encountering a suspicious charge on your financial statement is unfortunately common. Whether you’re dealing with a simple billing error or a serious case of unauthorized activity, knowing how to file a payment dispute

How to Dispute a Credit Card Charge That’s Several Years Old

Dec/ 16/ 2025 |

You’re scrolling through old bank statements or checking your credit report when suddenly, a charge jumps out at you—a recurring fee that should have been canceled, a mysterious payment you never authorized, or perhaps a fraudulent transaction from years ago.

When You Dispute a Transaction: Your Guide to the Chargeback Maze

Dec/ 11/ 2025 |

If you’ve ever spotted an unfamiliar or incorrect charge on your bank statement, your first instinct is likely to dispute it—a critical consumer protection mechanism often known as a chargeback. While initiating a dispute seems straightforward, the process that unfolds