Category: Vellis News

Over the past decade, the world of gaming has experienced monumental growth in the way players pay for games, in-game assets, and digital services. Today’s gamers expect more flexibility, convenience, and control over how they pay—fueling the adoption of alternative payment methods gaming that go beyond the status quo. From cryptocurrencies to region-specific digital wallets,…

In-game purchases are a core revenue driver for gaming platforms of all kinds. Whether players are buying skins, subscribing to premium content, or fueling virtual economies, the ease and speed of those transactions directly impact engagement, retention, and monetization.  In-game payment optimization is the art and science of reducing friction in payment flows. This enables…

Fueled by mobile connectivity, digital marketplaces, and social engagement, the global gaming industry has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem. Central to this economy is the gaming payment regulations that govern how money moves in and out of gaming platforms. Financial services, and player protection, regulatory changes have become a defining feature of how payment systems…

Payment service providers (PSPs) trying to break into the gaming industry may face a unique challenge: how to manage high-risk merchants while treading through untenable financial, regulatory, or operational hazards.  Gaming merchants represent a lucrative yet complex segment of the digital commerce economy. Unlocking that opportunity requires discipline, intelligent risk stratification, and robust compliance infrastructure.…

The global gaming market has ballooned into a multi-billion-dollar industry with players joining platforms from virtually every corner of the world.  As much as international expansion offers opportunities for revenue growth, it also introduces complex challenges across regulatory, financial, and technical domains.  This article explores the implementation challenges of cross-border payment systems and what international…

From free‑to‑play mobile titles to global eSports tournaments and real‑money wagering platforms, digital games are now a complex ecosystem of commerce.  Central to this evolution is how players move money: purchasing in‑game items, subscribing to premium content, or placing wagers. With this activity comes heightened concern around transaction security, fraud prevention, and user trust.  That’s…

Selling supplements once is simple, but building long-term customer relationships is where real growth happens. Many brands depend on one-time purchases and hope buyers return, yet busy schedules and changing routines often interrupt that cycle. Supplements are designed to be taken daily or monthly, which makes them a natural fit for subscription models. When products…

The online gaming and gambling industry has matured into a regulated, technology-driven ecosystem generating billions in annual revenue. For banks and acquiring institutions, this is both a huge opportunity and risk. Before approving a merchant account, financial institutions must understand that gaming merchant onboarding is fundamentally different from onboarding traditional businesses.  Gaming operators deal with…

Supplement businesses face stricter reviews than typical online stores. Because supplements relate to health and customer expectations, banks and PSPs see them as higher risk. Refunds, chargebacks, and compliance issues are more common in this space, so payment providers look deeper before approving an account. Instead of checking only basic company details, they apply a…