#PayDecoding

Payment jargon can be confusing, but with NORBr’s #PayDecoding series, understanding it just got a whole lot easier! Let’s make navigating the complex world of payments a breeze. Let’s feast our eyes on it!

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MCC for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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5
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February 6, 2026
A Merchant Category Code is a standardized 4-digit classification assigned to a merchant location. It indicates the primary business type for payment processing and risk controls. Schemes maintain MCC lists, and acquirers apply them during merchant setup. Issuers often use MCC in authorization, pricing, and policy rules.
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Card Payments
Risk Management

Cash on Delivery for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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5
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October 22, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains how Cash on Delivery (COD) functions for digital merchants, outlining its pros, cons, and the growing integration of digital payments. With COD accounting for 60% of online transactions in regions like India, and evolving into hybrid digital models, this method remains relevant for expanding eCommerce businesses. Explore the key benefits of COD, including customer trust, market access, and the impact of integrating mobile payments.

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Card Payments
Risk Management

Void Transaction for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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6
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October 16, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains void transactions, their differences from refunds, and how they work. Void transactions cancel payments before they are processed, helping digital merchants avoid errors, prevent chargebacks, and improve customer satisfaction. With quicker resolutions and better fraud prevention, void transactions enhance operational efficiency and financial transparency for merchants across industries.

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Card Payments

Request-to-Pay for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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11
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October 16, 2024

This #PayDecoding explores Request-to-Pay (RTP), a payment system that allows businesses to request payments from customers, offering flexibility and control. RTP benefits both payers and payees by improving cash flow and reducing payment friction. With major players like GoCardless and TrueLayer, RTP is set to transform the future of digital payments.

Technology

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Risk Management

PSD3 for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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7
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October 16, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains PSD3, the next evolution in EU payment regulations, focusing on its impact on digital merchants. With stronger fraud prevention, enhanced open banking standards, and non-discriminatory access for non-bank PSPs, PSD3 aims to create a more secure and competitive payments ecosystem. By improving consumer rights and simplifying authentication processes, PSD3 provides digital merchants with the tools needed to optimize payments and stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.

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Payment Orchestration for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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5
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October 8, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains Payment Orchestration, a tool that streamlines payment management for digital merchants. By optimizing transaction routing, reducing costs, and integrating multiple payment providers, orchestration enhances the payment experience and ensures greater success rates for merchants. This article explores its benefits, challenges, and best practices.

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Risk Management

Variable Recurring Payments for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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6
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September 25, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains Variable Recurring Payments (VRP), highlighting how they offer flexible, automated payments based on usage. It features key global VRP players, such as VOLT and GoCardless, while discussing VRP's growing importance in fintech. VRP allows businesses to streamline billing and enhance customer satisfaction through adaptive payments.

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Save Now Buy Later for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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10
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September 25, 2024

This #PayDecoding explains the Save Now Buy Later (SNBL) model, where consumers save for purchases before buying, promoting responsible spending. It compares SNBL with BNPL, highlighting reduced debt risks and sustainability benefits. Key global SNBL providers, such as Accrue in the USA and Monkee in Austria, are featured, showcasing the model's growing influence across various regions.

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Instant payment for dummies

Ludovic Plisson
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5
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October 2, 2023

Instant Payment (IP) represents a significant stride in modernizing monetary transactions on a global scale. Its real-time nature not only enhances cash flow but also drastically simplifies cross-border transactions, making it a pivotal asset in today’s digital economy.

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