Card payments, either directly or via eWallet services like PayPal, make up the vast majority of payments for goods online.  Consumers are well protected against fraud with the, however, merchants do not enjoy the same blanket level of protection and need to be careful when accepting online payments.
Online payments funded by a card can be [...]

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If you have met Matt Rogers, you will know that he is a driven and dedicated individual with big ambitions for his start-up, Aroxo.  He is going to need all his determination to take on the big boys, amazon and eBay in the marketplace business.  I was skeptical to begin with, but having met him, [...]

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Let me let you into a secret, I’m a bit cheap.  Superman had Kryptonite, I have freebies.  In these times of recession, I thought I would share a few of my money saving ideas.  These are specific to business, but are applicable to just about anyone.
Keep Rent Cheap
My office is in the Truman Brewery, Brick [...]

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I am a big fan of Twenga.  I think it is great from a retailers POV as it is free, and great for customers as it has a huge range of products.  i managed to get a interview with the founder, Bastien Duclaux, where he gives some insights into Twenga and the furture of shopping comparison
Could [...]

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I recently had a bit of a run in with one of my suppliers, sleepytot.  They have decided to stop supplying companies who sell their products on eBay and amazon or those that sell below the RRP.  I’m not sure if it is strictly speaking legal to constrain the channels which retailers use, or their [...]

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I am a big fan of Twenga.  I think it is great from a retailers POV as it is free, and great for customers as it has a huge range of products.  i managed to get a interview with the founder, Bastien Duclaux, where he gives some insights into Twenga and the furture of shopping comparison
Could [...]

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