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Starting a business in Italy as a foreigner: a complete guide
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What are Faster Payments? A complete guide
The Faster Payments system (sometimes referred to as FPS) is not just a regular payment system, but one of the few UK interbank payment systems that enables payers to make instant payments. Instead of waiting days for transfers, users can send funds instantly, and FPS will process payments the same day. In this guide, we’ll explain what Faster Payments really are, how they work, and how they compare to other systems. What is the Faster Payments Service (FPS)? The Faster Payments service is a United Kingdom-based payment system introduced by the UK Payments Council (now Pay.UK) in 2008. From the
Business services
Starting a business in Italy as a foreigner: a complete guide
Italy holds a great deal of appeal for foreign investors and entrepreneurs. With a strategic EU location, enviable lifestyle, and robust economic sectors, its appeal is easy to see. When it comes to starting a business in Italy as a foreigner, we’ll be looking at the key points to bear in mind that ensure a smooth start, covering all the requirements and processes. Can a foreigner start a business in Italy? Foreign investors can start a business in Italy, although the rules vary according to the person’s legal status. Non-EU citizens may require a business visa to get started before
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Don’t miss out! We host an exclusive iGaming networking mixer during SBC Summit Lisbon
Heading to the SBC Summit in Lisbon? We have some exciting news! Not only will you take part in one of the most important iGaming conferences of 2025, but you will also get an exclusive opportunity! This year, Genome is hosting an exclusive invite-only networking mixer in Lisbon on September 16, right before the official opening party of the SBC Summit Lisbon. It’s a unique chance for the iGaming community members to meet informally, connect, and share ideas before the summit begins. Operators, affiliate platforms, gambling and betting companies, and technology providers will all come together in one place, making
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What is PCI compliance? A complete guide for businesses
Nowadays, businesses that accept credit card payments must follow a comprehensive set of strict rules to ensure that sensitive customer data is protected. The name for this ruleset is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, or in short, PCI DSS. PCI compliance specifically is the rules of adhering to this standard in order to safeguard payment card data, cardholder data, and prevent fraud or data breach incidents. PCI DSS compliance is a generally accepted standard that applies to all organizations handling any type of operation involving debit or credit card transactions, cardholder data, or other payment information. In this guide,
