A new year brings new momentum, and 2026 is shaping up to be a defining one for eCommerce, SaaS, and digital payments. As teams shift from reflection to execution, now is the time to refine strategies, embrace emerging technologies, and build smarter foundations for sustainable growth.
In this month’s edition, we explore where AI is delivering real impact for Software and SaaS companies, unpack key payment and compliance trends shaping global expansion, and dive into how flexible pricing and modern payments are transforming education. You’ll also find curated resources and expert insights designed to help you turn early-year plans into measurable results.
We are proud to announce that this month also marks an exciting milestone for us as we roll out a refreshed 2Checkout logo that reflects the scale, momentum, and confidence we bring to global digital commerce and payments industry, while staying closely aligned with the strength of Verifone.
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the Software & SaaS landscape, and staying competitive means knowing where AI truly drives value. In this exclusive live panel, industry experts Frank Sondors, Mike Korba, and Sara Maldon — hosted by Nataliya Shadykulova, 2Checkout — discuss how AI is reshaping automation, performance, and decision-making.
Students now expect installment payment options when buying education, courses, or services online. This article breaks down why installment payments resonate with students, the impact on conversions, and actionable ways to enable flexible plans at checkout for higher sales and fewer abandoned carts.
Looking to expand your online business in Japan’s dynamic eCommerce market in 2026? Check out this eBook to discover how to navigate payment methods, optimize the cart and checkout experience, comply with local regulations, and ultimately scale your eCommerce business in Japan!
The buyer journey for digital goods is evolving, and so should your strategy. From search behavior and discovery to checkout expectations and loyalty drivers, 2026 buyers want faster, more personalized, and highly convenient experiences. This article breaks down the trends shaping digital purchases and what brands need to prioritize to win.
Holiday data shows AI-driven traffic surged in the 2025 season, with generative assistants already influencing purchase decisions. While AI referrals remain a small share of total visits, brands should prepare now with clean product data, strong marketplace strategies, and AI-ready optimization.
Ready to supercharge your eCommerce growth? Discover 11 actionable marketing automation tips that can help streamline your workflows, boost conversions, and drive more revenue.
From personalized email flows to cart recovery tactics, this infographic is your roadmap to smarter marketing.
Navigating data sovereignty and payment compliance in the cloud isn’t just a tech topic; it’s a business imperative. Our article explains how data laws vary by country, why payment compliance standards like PCI DSS matter, and how organizations can build secure, scalable cloud strategies that meet local regulations while still enabling global growth.
Reengagement emails still work when you take the right approach. This guide shows how to win back inactive users using targeted messaging, smart timing, and personalization that truly resonates, helping you reconnect with and reactivate your SaaS audience.
New research shows that real-time euro payments are growing rapidly across Europe as regulatory mandates drive adoption and banks invest heavily in instant rails. Instant transactions could become the second most used non-cash payment type by 2035, reshaping how businesses and consumers move money.
Are you an app developer looking for more control over your revenue and freedom from restrictive app store fees? In this video, Michael Rottinger, Enterprise Account Executive at 2Checkout, walks you through a simple and powerful way to accept in-app payments, without relying on app stores.
