Eli Squitiro
Eli Squitiro is a payments industry expert. His time as an Account Executive at Adaptiv Payments has given him valuable insight into the high-risk payments world.
Articles by Eli Squitiro
Running a tobacco business is already a difficult endeavor, but getting the ability to accept payments in all forms can feel like an uphill battle. Brands in the tobacco, cigar, e-cigarette, and rolling paper industries are often viewed as high-risk businesses by banks and payment processors. This limits their ability to accept a wide range of credit and debit cards.
Understand what acquiring banks and processors look for in terms of eligibility, how to protect your account (especially during peak season), and how Adaptiv Payments helps travel merchants navigate high-risk rules with confidence and consistency.
Between complex compliance rules, fraud risks, and picky acquirers, even established merchants can struggle to get approved for an international merchant account.
In this article, we highlight the best international merchant account providers to choose from in 2025. This includes Adaptiv Payments, a leader in international merchant accounts and payment processing solutions.
MOTO payments allow customers to pay over the phone or by mail without being physically present. Great for remote purchases, these transactions help businesses manage phone and catalog sales. This article explains how MOTO payments work, their benefits and the security measures.