Segpay

06/17/2026

If you are running an online gaming operation in Australia, "business as usual" won't cut it in 2026.
With credit cards out of the picture, real-time bank transfers (like PayTo and OSKO) have taken over. But this friction-free payment experience has a major side effect: "post-session regret." Players seeing their primary bank balances drop instantly are retroactively disputing legitimate losses as "fraud."
Add in AUSTRAC’s strict new "outcomes-based" compliance mandate and sophisticated synthetic identity networks, and operators are facing a perfect storm of chargeback costs and regulatory pressure.
To survive and scale, high-risk merchants need more than a payment gateway, they need a strategic compliance partner. Standard tools built for retail can't tell the difference between a high-value VIP and a money launderer.
Want to know what "good" looks like in a 2026 payment provider relationship? Check out our latest breakdown on how to protect your merchant account and automate your risk management.

Read more 👉 https://segpay.com/blog/2026-online-gaming-and-payments-in-australia/

Mitigating Risk and Compliance Under AUSTRAC AML/CTF Rules

06/16/2026

Are legal business owners losing their right to use the banking system? 🏦❌
In this essential new interview, Mark Pettit sits down with Alison Boden from the Free Speech Coalition to trace the alarming rise of banking discrimination and digital censorship in America.
From state-level age verification laws to content moderation loops that strangle independent businesses, this discussion cuts straight to the economic heart of first amendment issues today.
If you are a high-risk merchant, digital creator, or civil liberties advocate, this breakdown is a blueprint for what's coming next in online commerce.
🔗 Click here to watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mDwNTwL5nNo

👇 Do you believe independent business owners face more threats to their operations today than in the past? Let us know your experiences below.

06/15/2026

Name a more iconic duo... we’ll wait. 😉
MojoHost’s Brad Mitchell and Segpay’s Joe Santos break down exactly why this partnership is a game-changer for your business:
🌐 MojoHost: Keeps you online & protects your infrastructure.
💳 Segpay: Keeps you paid & protects your revenue.
When you’re scaling a high-traffic business, you can't afford downtime, and you certainly can't afford missed payments. Together, we’ve got your back from the server to the checkout page.

06/12/2026

"Silence reads as 'indifference,' and that doesn't inspire anyone to do their best work."
We believe visibility hits differently when it's personal. It’s not about running a statement past Legal twice; it’s about creating an environment where every employee feels safe, seen, and valued.
This Pride Month, we asked our team what visible support truly means to them. Here is what Eddie Willis-Blunt, Product Owner, had to share about why culture matters in fintech.
"Visible support tells your LGBTQ+ employees, 'you're safe here,' and tells everyone else, 'this is who we are, — come work with us.' What I've found at a close-knit and nimble company like Segpay is that visibility hits differently when it's personal — my CEO actually knows your husband's name. Pride visibility isn't about rainbow logos in June. It's about an employee somewhere, maybe not out yet, seeing it and thinking, 'Okay. I can breathe here.'"
We are proud to build a workplace where everyone can breathe, grow, and succeed. Happy Pride Month! 🌈✨

06/11/2026

The secret is out, and we are absolutely thrilled!
Our very own CEO, Segpay UK, Stanley Skoglund, has officially been named a finalist for Director of the Year at the European FinTech Awards 2026! 🏆
If you've worked with Stanley, you already know he brings over 20 years of game-changing experience to the table, from his early days helping build the global standards for online payment security to introducing next-gen open banking tools for our merchants today.
But beyond the numbers, growth, and tech milestones, this award celebrates great leadership. We’re so lucky to have a director who prioritizes mentoring the next generation of fintech talent and fostering true diversity in our industry.
The countdown to Awards Night in London on June 25th is officially on.
Please join us in wishing Stanley the biggest congratulations in the comments below! 👇

06/09/2026

Securing a merchant account for an adult business is a major milestone, but approval is only half the battle.
​In the high-risk payment processing sector, longevity is entirely about maintenance and risk mitigation. ​Too many high-risk merchants treat underwriting as a one-time hurdle. The reality? It is an ongoing relationship.

To maintain a healthy, long-term processing volume, merchants must remain:
​✔️ Transparent about business model shifts or new product lines.
✔️ Responsive to chargeback alerts and retrieval requests.
✔️ Compliant with ever-evolving card brand rules and regulations.

​Ignoring risk signals or failing to communicate with your processor is the fastest way to get your account terminated. Payment processing is a partnership. When you treat it like one, your business thrives.
At Segpay, we don't just onboard high-risk businesses; we help you scale them securely.
​Visit our website for more information 🔗https://segpay.com/

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06/06/2026

Mainstream processors drop high-volume digital brands like it’s nothing. If you know, you know. 🤫
​When you build a business on high-risk digital content or memberships, the biggest threat isn't your marketing, it's your checkout page.
Stop waiting for the "account suspended" email and switch to a partner built to keep you alive.
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06/04/2026

What an incredible week in Amsterdam! As the doors close on Money20/20 Europe today, we want to give a huge shoutout to Michael Shea, CEO, Segpay EU, and Strategic Financial Advisor, David Hohman, for representing us on the global stage. 🌍
Being a trusted high risk payment processor means constantly staying ahead of regulatory changes and technical shifts. Michael and David spent the week collaborating with international partners on the exact features that keep our merchants growing: secure onboarding automation, advanced AI risk mitigation, localized payouts, and scaling into fresh geographical markets.

We're leaving Amsterdam with powerful new insights and expanded networks to ensure our high-risk merchants have the sturdiest online payment processing systems in the industry.
Did you attend Money 20/20 this year? Let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments below! 👇

06/03/2026

Asked Brad Mitchell from MojoHost for a quick business reality check.
The question: If someone gave you $500 to start a high-risk business today... what’s your very first move?
​Brad’s playbook? Don't burn your cash. Grab inexpensive hosting, test your ideas as an affiliate for established programs, and prove the concept first.
​"Very easy to spend money, hard to make it back." 💡
​Start slow, scale smart, and spend what you can afford. What would you do with $500? Drop it in the comments! 👇
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06/02/2026

The regulatory landscape for high-risk merchants and digital content platforms is shifting at a breakneck pace. From the UK’s sweeping Online Safety Act to aggressive state-level age verification laws in the US, compliance is no longer a legal afterthought, it is a baseline requirement for payment processing survival.
In the latest episode of our Segpay News Network, host Mark Pettit sits down with leading adult industry attorney Corey Silverstein to break down what these legal shifts mean for your business operations, merchant accounts, and financial liability.

Key takeaways from the interview include:
✔️ The UK Online Safety Act: Massive financial penalties and how Ofcom enforces content restrictions.
✔️ The Cost of Compliance: How new rules impact platform operations and individual creators alike.
✔️ Age Verification & AI: The legal realities of digital verification tools and the risks involved.
✔️ The Fragmented Internet: Navigating geo-blocking as a strategic business decision.

If you operate a platform in the high-risk or regulated content space, the documentation and policies Corey outlines are non-negotiable.
Watch the full interview here ➡️ https://youtu.be/TmgzkMwQS1o

Attorney Corey Silverstein joins Segpay News Host, Mark Pettit, to ...