In this episode of True Fraud, host Pablo Torres dives into an interesting and unique region when it comes to fraud risk: The United Arab Emirates. Known as a haven for entrepreneurs and international businesses, the UAE is also infamous for its shell companies, free zones, and rapidly evolving regulatory environment. Whether you’re eyeing the UAE as a launchpad for your business or simply curious about how global fraudsters operate, this mini-profile offers a candid look at a region where opportunity and opacity go hand-in-hand.

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The tariff situation remains fluid, leaving many ecommerce businesses uncertain about the future. On this episode of True Fraud, Pablo Torres navigates this ambiguity, explaining how tariffs can lead to increased chargebacks due to delays, price hikes, and customer frustration. While precise predictions are difficult, Pablo provides a framework for understanding the potential "snowball effect" of these decisions. Learn how proactive businesses are adapting by focusing on clear communication, exploring new markets, and strengthening relationships with their service providers to weather the storm.

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In this episode of True Fraud, host Pablo Torres dives deep into the world of recurring payments and subscription models. He explores the convenience of subscription-based payments and the reduced risk of merchant initiated transactions (MITs).

However, although this business model has its’ upsides, Pablo explains the challenges that can occur for your business and the snowball effect of chargebacks or customer complaints when subscription business don't manage key aspects of their business.

Key topics include:

• Defining recurring payments and how they differ from one-time payments.
• The importance of distinguishing between customer-initiated transactions (CITs) and merchant-initiated transactions (MITs).
• Strategies for mitigating fraud risk in recurring payment systems.
• The potential for increased chargebacks and disputes, especially with unclear subscription models.
• The impact of clear descriptors on preventing fraud and chargebacks.

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