Hassle-Free But Not Risk-Free Shopping

Are you in need of the perfect cocktail dress for an afternoon soiree but don't have the luxury of time to go window shopping? Just the thought of squeezing yourself in a crowd of mallrats and going through the hassles of fitting armloads of clothes are enough to make you decide not to attend the soiree. But why pass up an exquisite occasion just because you don't have enough time to scout for a show-stopping dress? Fret not. Through internet merchants and online payment processors, you can finally say ta-ta to on-site shopping. Since internet merchants and online payment processors can be accessed with only a few mouse clicks, you don't have to devote an afternoon shopping for practically everything, from vacuum cleaner to sexy lingerie.

Internet merchants and online payment processors offer convenient and stress-free shopping. Considering most of us are in dire need of anything that can make like easier and faster, internet shopping is the way to go. Virtual stores and auction sites like eBay, Sotheby's, and Christie's have vast selection of products ranging from practical, everyday needs to highly-specialized artifacts and collectibles. Unlike average shopping malls, most virtual stores have almost a limitless array of products. Net shoppers can easily compare prices by hopping from one merchant site to another without being physically drained. A woman who digs Fendi bags, for example, can take her time browsing online catalogs first before deciding on what to purchase. She can even check out virtual stores in the comfort of her home or in the middle of a lunch break in office. Online shopping is just like on-site shopping, only much better.

Wait, before you get all frantic and visit virtual stores in a snap, take a deep breath and read on. Internet merchants and online payment processors have its own downsides, too. First, you have to be extremely careful in transacting business with these online merchants. Payment in internet shopping is usually done through online payment processors which are not exactly fool-proof. There are possibilities that clever hackers can access your credit card number and other important personal information. The next thing you know, you're already paying for top-of-the-line jewelry and gadgets you didn't remember purchasing at all. Second, expect that products sold online are usually more expensive. If you are on a strict budget, opt for on-site shopping or patiently compare prices in online catalogs. Although internet merchants and online payment processors serve as useful alternatives to on-location shopping, consumers keep in mind the possible risks.

Online Payments: Cards Not Present?
NEW YORK, April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Online Payments: Cards Not Present? The growth of online commerce has driven huge change in the payments landscape.

PAY.ON Provides Easy Access to Airline Market for Their Payment Service Providers
MUNICH, April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- + PAY.ON has integrated processing of passenger flight data into the payment outsourcing platform 'PaySourcing' PAY.ON, the world's leading provider of payment infrastructure services, adds the processing of passenger flight data (airline addendum data) to its web-based payment outsourcing platform 'PaySourcing'.

Global Payment Cards Industry
NEW YORK, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Payment Cards Industry The global outlook series on the Payment Cards Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings.

LodgeNet Adds Mobile Checkout Feature To Its Mobile Services "Super-suite" For Travelers
SIOUX FALLS, S.D., April 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, has announced the introduction of a new mobile checkout feature (mCheckout), added to the recently launched LodgeNet Mobile app.

Hockey Canada Chooses Optimal Payments' NETBANX Payment Processing Service for its Online Registry System
MONTREAL, April 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Optimal Payments is pleased to announce that Hockey Canada has selected the NETBANX service to provide online payment processing for its Hockey Canada online registry system (HCR). The HCR system manages registrations for more than 565,000 players and 180,000 registered participants in thousands of associations governed by its thirteen members branches - the British Columbia Amateur Hockey Association, Hockey Alberta, Saskatchewan Hockey Association, Hockey Manitoba, Hockey Northwestern Ontario, Hockey North, Ontario Hockey Federation, Ottawa District Hockey Association, Hockey Québec, Hockey Nova Scotia, Hockey New Brunswick, Hockey PEI and Hockey Newfoundland and Labrador. ...

Angie's List: Should You Pay Your Contractor With Paper or Plastic?
INDIANAPOLIS, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The question of plastic or paper isn't just for the grocery any store. More and more contractors are accepting credit cards, and that's the smartest payment choice for consumers. (Logo: ) "Consumers get the most protection from credit cards, but most homeowners are still whipping out their checkbooks when it comes time to pay the plumber, landscaper or roofer," Hicks said.

Three Aussie Companies Will Win $8,000 Each in Search Engine Optimisation from PayPal
BRISBANE, Australia, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In an Australian-first initiative, PayPal is partnering with local search engine optimisation (SEO) company, Dejan SEO, to offer Australian businesses the chance to win $8,000 worth of SEO services.

The 6th Annual Payment China Summit Convening in May 2012, Beijing
SHANGHAI, March 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China's economy is stepping resolutely into the Twelfth Five-Year Plan time period even though the world economy is suffering fluctuations. Under these stable economic conditions, e-payments have been further applied and implemented into all walks of life.

Home Site Map Advertise For Sale Subscribe to our Monthly Email Newsletter	Well Fund Hassle-Free But Not Risk-Free Shopping Are you in need of the perfect cocktail dress for an afternoon soiree but don't have the luxury of time to go window shopping? Just the thought of squeezing yourself in a crowd of mallrats and going through the hassles of fitting armloads of clothes are enough to make you decide not to attend the soiree. But why pass up an exquisite occasion just because you don't have enough time to scout for a show-stopping dress? Fret not. Through internet merchants and online payment processors, you can finally say ta-ta to on-site shopping. Since internet merchants and online payment processors can be accessed with only a few mouse clicks, you don't have to devote an afternoon shopping for practically everything, from vacuum cleaner to sexy lingerie. Internet merchants and online payment processors offer convenient and stress-free shopping. Considering most of us are in dire need of anything that can make like easier and faster, internet shopping is the way to go. Virtual stores and auction sites like eBay, Sotheby's, and Christie's have vast selection of products ranging from practical, everyday needs to highly-specialized artifacts and collectibles. Unlike average shopping malls, most virtual stores have almost a limitless array of products. Net shoppers can easily compare prices by hopping from one merchant site to another without being physically drained. A woman who digs Fendi bags, for example, can take her time browsing online catalogs first before deciding on what to purchase. She can even check out virtual stores in the comfort of her home or in the middle of a lunch break in office. Online shopping is just like on-site shopping, only much better. Wait, before you get all frantic and visit virtual stores in a snap, take a deep breath and read on. Internet merchants and online payment processors have its own downsides, too. First, you have to be extremely careful in transacting business with these online merchants. Payment in internet shopping is usually done through online payment processors which are not exactly fool-proof. There are possibilities that clever hackers can access your credit card number and other important personal information. The next thing you know, you're already paying for top-of-the-line jewelry and gadgets you didn't remember purchasing at all. Second, expect that products sold online are usually more expensive. If you are on a strict budget, opt for on-site shopping or patiently compare prices in online catalogs. Although internet merchants and online payment processors serve as useful alternatives to on-location shopping, consumers keep in mind the possible risks. Online Payments: Cards Not Present? NEW YORK, April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Online Payments: Cards Not Present? The growth of online commerce has driven huge change in the payments landscape. PAY.ON Provides Easy Access to Airline Market for Their Payment Service Providers MUNICH, April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- + PAY.ON has integrated processing of passenger flight data into the payment outsourcing platform 'PaySourcing' PAY.ON, the world's leading provider of payment infrastructure services, adds the processing of passenger flight data (airline addendum data) to its web-based payment outsourcing platform 'PaySourcing'. Global Payment Cards Industry NEW YORK, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Payment Cards Industry The global outlook series on the Payment Cards Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. LodgeNet Adds Mobile Checkout Feature To Its Mobile Services "Super-suite" For Travelers SIOUX FALLS, S.D., April 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, has announced the introduction of a new mobile checkout feature (mCheckout), added to the recently launched LodgeNet Mobile app. Hockey Canada Chooses Optimal Payments' NETBANX Payment Processing Service for its Online Registry System MONTREAL, April 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Optimal Payments is pleased to announce that Hockey Canada has selected the NETBANX service to provide online payment processing for its Hockey Canada online registry system (HCR). The HCR system manages registrations for more than 565,000 players and 180,000 registered participants in thousands of associations governed by its thirteen members branches - the British Columbia Amateur Hockey Association, Hockey Alberta, Saskatchewan Hockey Association, Hockey Manitoba, Hockey Northwestern Ontario, Hockey North, Ontario Hockey Federation, Ottawa District Hockey Association, Hockey Québec, Hockey Nova Scotia, Hockey New Brunswick, Hockey PEI and Hockey Newfoundland and Labrador. ... Angie's List: Should You Pay Your Contractor With Paper or Plastic? INDIANAPOLIS, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The question of plastic or paper isn't just for the grocery any store. More and more contractors are accepting credit cards, and that's the smartest payment choice for consumers. (Logo: ) "Consumers get the most protection from credit cards, but most homeowners are still whipping out their checkbooks when it comes time to pay the plumber, landscaper or roofer," Hicks said. Three Aussie Companies Will Win $8,000 Each in Search Engine Optimisation from PayPal BRISBANE, Australia, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In an Australian-first initiative, PayPal is partnering with local search engine optimisation (SEO) company, Dejan SEO, to offer Australian businesses the chance to win $8,000 worth of SEO services. The 6th Annual Payment China Summit Convening in May 2012, Beijing SHANGHAI, March 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China's economy is stepping resolutely into the Twelfth Five-Year Plan time period even though the world economy is suffering fluctuations. Under these stable economic conditions, e-payments have been further applied and implemented into all walks of life. Commercial Payment Cards: The U.S. and Global Markets and Trends, 7th Edition NEW YORK, March 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Commercial Payment Cards: The U.S. and Global Markets and Trends, 7th Edition With job creation showing signs of accelerating at the beginning of 2012, there is a renewed sense that business expansion will once again breathe life into the U.S. Global Payment Cards Industry NEW YORK, April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Payment Cards Industry The global outlook series on the Payment Cards Industry provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. LodgeNet Adds Mobile Checkout Feature To Its Mobile Services "Super-suite" For Travelers SIOUX FALLS, S.D., April 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of interactive media and connectivity services to hospitality and healthcare businesses and the consumers they serve, has announced the introduction of a new mobile checkout feature (mCheckout), added to the recently launched LodgeNet Mobile app. Globe GCASH and American Express Team Up to Develop Online Payment Solutions BARCELONA, Spain, March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI), the mobile commerce subsidiary of Philippine telco giant Globe Telecom that provides mobile and data services to over 30 million customers, is entering into a partnership with American Express, a global payment and network services provider to develop an innovative online payment solution that will allow Globe GCASH mobile wallet customers to not only buy smartphone apps, music, movies, and games but also shop for electronics, toys, apparel, and many other goods from popular US and UK online sites that accept American Express. Global Credit Cards Issuing Industry NEW YORK, March 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Global Credit Cards Issuing Industry The global outlook series on the Credit Cards Issuing provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. Online Payments: Cards Not Present? NEW YORK, March 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Online Payments: Cards Not Present? The growth of online commerce has driven huge change in the payments landscape. Eat24.com Launches PayPal Payment Method SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eat24.com, the destination for fast and easy online food ordering nationwide has expanded their payment options, now allowing customers to complete their transactions with PayPal. Angie's List: Should You Pay Your Contractor With Paper or Plastic? INDIANAPOLIS, March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The question of plastic or paper isn't just for the grocery any store. More and more contractors are accepting credit cards, and that's the smartest payment choice for consumers. (Logo: ) "Consumers get the most protection from credit cards, but most homeowners are still whipping out their checkbooks when it comes time to pay the plumber, landscaper or roofer," Hicks said.