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We offer solutions for selling digital goods, including top-ups, gift cards, and eSIMs. As a standard feature, we provide complete fraud protection for credit card and PayPal transactions.

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Our industries

We empower companies across different industries.

Telco

Maximise your prepaid business with our complete top-up solution that delivers a frictionless top-up experience.

Retail

Unlock a new revenue stream by selling digital goods online with our end-to-end e-commerce solution, without any risk or hassle.

Travel

Generate ancillary revenue by selling branded digital goods online, like eSIMs, with our end-to-end e-commerce solution.

PSPs

Boost your payment service offerings with our advanced anti-fraud solution, featuring one of the highest acceptance rates in the market.

Digital goods

Protect your digital goods business against payment fraud with our anti-fraud solution and block fraudulent transactions.

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Explained: Know Your Customer (KYC)

In this blog, we’ll explain the KYC process, its role in protecting businesses from fraud, and why it’s important.

Article

September 17, 2024

Checkout optimisation: Enhancing the customer experience and boosting sales

Streamlining the checkout process isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential for keeping customers happy, reducing cart abandonment, and boosting your conversion rates.

Article

September 5, 2024

‍Understanding eSIM fraud in the travel industry

eSIM technology is revolutionising the travel industry. But what happens when this innovation becomes a target for fraud?

Article

August 6, 2024

Explained: Revised Payment Services Directive (PSD3)

Explore the key changes of PSD3 and PSR1, their impact on merchants, and how to prepare for them.

Article

July 31, 2024

Understanding customer behaviour in the digital goods market

Why do some digital products fly off the virtual shelves while others gather digital dust? Discover the strategies you need to thrive in this dynamic market.

Article

July 10, 2024

Explained: Indemnification in online payment fraud protection

Indemnification is a term often used in relation to services providing protection against online payment fraud. But what is indemnification and when does it apply?

Article

April 17, 2024

Digital goods: supermarkets' new aisle

This article explores the promising horizon of digital goods sales, from gift cards to game cards, including benefits and fraud prevention measures.

Article

June 17, 2024

The benefits of eSIM for the travel industry

As Europe spearheads eSIM adoption, businesses catering to travellers have a prime opportunity to enhance their services and stay ahead of the competition.

Article

July 4, 2024

Why gift cards are here to stay

Why are gift cards a great opportunity for merchants to boost revenues and what are the benefits they provide for both consumers and businesses?

Article

June 11, 2024

Protectmaxx: improvements for a safer experience

New product updates have been released for Protectmaxx to make fraud prevention easier for you!

Article

March 27, 2024

Protectmaxx: 3DS2.2 compatibility and mobile wallet support

We’ve upgraded our Protectmaxx solution to make transactions safer and easier.

Article

March 18, 2024

Why (payments) partnerships are key to limiting e-commerce fraud

Here's why e-commerce vendors struggle with payment fraud and need trusted partners for solutions.

Article

January 18, 2024

What is credit card fraud prevention?

What strategies can businesses adopt to fight credit card fraud? Here are some clear steps for effective fraud reporting and prevention.

Press & news

March 7, 2024

Velti & Alphacomm partner to radicalize customer engagement

Alphacomm announces a strategic partnership with Velti, a global innovator in AI-powered mobile marketing and gaming.

Article

January 30, 2024

Outsmarting the fraudsters: Cutting-edge strategies in online payment fraud detection

Digital transactions are increasingly vulnerable to sophisticated fraud tactics. Our analysis delves into the latest strategies for detecting online payment fraud.

Article

February 26, 2024

Navigating PayPal fraud prevention measures

As a leader in digital payments, PayPal's popularity draws fraudsters; how can online transactions be secured?

Article

February 13, 2024

Exploring chargeback protection

In this article, we explain what chargeback protection is and discuss strategies to protect your business from chargebacks.

Article

September 23, 2023

Explained: What is ATO Fraud and how to prevent it?

Account takeover (ATO) fraud is widespread in Europe, as fraudsters impersonate trusted customers.

Article

December 28, 2023

The 2024 Outlook: Opportunities & Threats for digital goods

The year was a rollercoaster, with AI, new payments, and shifting trends driving merchants to innovate and adapt to changing consumer needs.

Article

December 18, 2023

Navigating e-commerce fraud blind spots

Fraudsters constantly innovate, creating costly blind spots for businesses. We discuss how e-commerce fraud is changing and strategies to fight it.

Press & news

October 30, 2023

Alphacomm strengthens industry commitment by joining Fraud Prevention Summit

Alphacomm joins top experts at the Fraud Prevention Summit in London on November 1, 2023, to explore evolving fraud challenges and solutions.

Article

December 12, 2023

Explained: Chargebacks

Chargebacks can terrify business owners, especially in digital goods where transactions are instantaneous. Understanding them is crucial.

Article

September 29, 2023

Explained: PCI (level 1) compliance

In the digital age, PCI (Level 1) compliance is crucial for safeguarding payment card info and protecting your customers' trust and reputation.

Article

December 6, 2023

Protectmaxx: PayPalV2, developer resources, dashboard update

Excited to unveil Protectmaxx updates: new Developer Resources, 2024 roadmap, upcoming features, and PayPalV2 integration news!

Article

May 17, 2023

Psychological factors behind committing fraud

Scamming and payment fraud affect many globally. Explore the deeper psychological and motivational factors driving people to commit fraud.

Press & news

July 3, 2023

New Alphacomm summer webinar highlights role of AI in payment tech

Alphacomm’s hosts a webinar on July 12, 2023, to explore cutting-edge tech and AI’s role in its evolution.

Article

April 26, 2023

How has ChatGPT revolutionised fraud methods?

In under four months, ChatGPT has transformed AI use but has also been misused for fraud and dishonest gains.

Article

March 27, 2023

Payment methods on global, regional, and local scales

The internet has changed global sales, but companies still struggle with diverse payment preferences. This article explores solutions.

Article

January 19, 2023

The 2023 Outlook: Opportunities & Threats for digital goods

When it comes to maximizing profit, what will be a threat or opportunity for sellers of digital goods or services in 2023?

Article

April 13, 2023

The rise of organized fraud crime groups

Fraudsters are now organized crime groups with nation-level resources, making attacks on e-commerce businesses more complex and likely.

Press & news

March 17, 2023

Digital goods fraud workshop in collaboration with The Gift Club

Digital goods fraud is rising. The Gift Shop and Alphacomm offer a workshop on protecting against online payment fraud for e-commerce businesses.

Article

March 5, 2023

Ecommerce fraud management: gaining competitive advantage

Global e-commerce sales hit $5.7T in 2022 and will reach $8.1T by 2026, but fraud also rose, costing about $41B in 2022.

Press & news

March 9, 2023

Alphacomm introduces a new platform - migration begins

Alphacomm is migrating customers to a new, AWS-based platform, offering improved functionality and stability, with many already benefiting.

Article

January 3, 2023

5 fraud trends to watch out for in 2023

In 2023, businesses are chasing yearly goals, while fraudsters advance without slowing down.

Press & news

December 19, 2022

Claners.com trusts Protectmaxx to secure online payments

Claners.com choose Alphacomm’s Protectmaxx to secure its online payments from fraudsters.

Article

December 1, 2022

The gift card industry: a fraudsters' paradise?

Gift cards are popular but attract fraudsters, with e-commerce stores being the weak link. Learn how to protect your business from gift card fraud.

Article

December 13, 2022

The online fraud prevention guide

Online fraud is diverse and costly. As a business leader, stay aware of these threats and how to protect yourself against them.

Article

October 24, 2022

5 tips helping businesses to avoid fraud on Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are well-known in Europe, with UK spending £9.42B in 2021. Is this popular period truly beneficial for all?

Press & news

October 5, 2022

Mi-Pay is now Alphacomm: A new chapter on the horizon

Alphacomm and Mi-Pay have merged under the Alphacomm brand, creating a strong Pan-European identity with shared core values.

Article

August 18, 2022

Why iDeal is the ideal payment method in the Netherlands

Is iDeal the key for European e-commerce? The Dutch payment method is expanding across Europe—merchants should start preparing now.

Article

September 27, 2022

Explained: E-money, what is it, how it's used, and fraud

In 20 years, e-money has become integral to global e-commerce. Once skeptical, it’s now common, though not everyone fully understands it.

Customer story

June 8, 2022

Why Telefónica Germany and AY YILDIZ trust Alphacomm

Why does a leading German telco trust Alphacomm? We asked Thorsten Wagner, director of Telefónica Germany and CEO of AY YILDIZ.

Article

November 27, 2022

Holiday Season fraud threat monitor

Online shopping has surged, increasing fraud risk. Are businesses ready for the 2022 holiday season?

Article

April 29, 2022

The benefits of securely accepting PayPal and credit cards

PayPal and credit cards are popular but risky. Adding them to your checkout with strong anti-fraud protection can boost your bottom line.

Article

May 24, 2022

Why selling digital goods makes you a target for fraudsters

Digital goods in e-commerce are prime targets for fraud due to instant delivery. How can businesses reduce fraud risks for these items?

Article

November 23, 2021

This is why your card acceptance rate matters

Protecting against payment fraud doesn’t mean losing revenue or customer loyalty. Learn how card acceptance affects your bottom line.

Article

February 15, 2022

Has PayPal limited your merchant account? We can help!

When PayPal limits or freezes your account, it can take ages to resolve. For digital goods sellers reliant on PayPal, this can be disastrous.

Article

January 4, 2022

The 2022 Outlook: Opportunities & Threats for digital goods

As we reflect on 2022, we explore industry trends and emerging insights.

Press & news

January 21, 2022

AY YILDIZ and Alphacomm collaborate to expand prepaid top-up methods

Alphacomm and AY YILDIZ are teaming up to offer AY YILDIZ prepaid customers top-up options via WhatsApp chatbot and their website.

Article

April 27, 2021

Churn baby churn. A prepaid inferno?

High churn in prepaid mobile credit is a concern, but you can boost loyalty without giving everything away for free.

Press & news

March 25, 2021

Mi-Pay & T-Mobile Netherlands team up to launch Tikkie top-up

Mi-Pay and T-Mobile Netherlands team up to offer Tikkie for prepaid top-ups, improving conversion rates and providing checkout flexibility.

Article

August 26, 2021

SMS top-up now available for Mi-Pay customers

Mi-Pay’s Reloads now lets telecom providers offer prepaid top-ups via SMS, boosting user experience and ARPU alongside other methods.

Press & news

February 24, 2021

Syniverse & Mi-Pay revolutionize financial communication

Syniverse and Mi-Pay have teamed up to enhance solutions with global omnichannel communication and promote Syniverse CPaaS Concierge in Europe.

Article

August 5, 2021

Extra multilingual support for Mi-Pay prepaid top-up

We’ve added new languages to Mi-Pay Reloads, making it easier for prepaid credit providers to offer customer-friendly top-up services.

Press & news

June 28, 2021

Ortel Mobile Germany expands digital top-up options

Mi-Pay partners with Ortel Mobile Germany to offer diverse mobile credit top-up options, including via WhatsApp.

Article

August 19, 2021

The truth about Strong Customer Authentication (SCA)

Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) arrives on September 14, 2019, as part of the PSD2 directive, bringing new challenges.

Article

August 19, 2021

How Protectmaxx greatly reduces 3DS2 friction

3DS2 adds friction and can hurt conversion rates. We’ve optimized to minimize its impact and help clients comply with SCA regulations.

Article

August 12, 2021

Payment Gateway or Payment Processor?

What’s the difference between a payment gateway and a processor? Both are essential but only one boosts conversions and prevents fraud.

Article

March 11, 2021

How to protect PayPal transactions from fraudsters

PayPal, one of the most popular payment methods in the world raises many concerns regarding fraud. Luckily, there is a way to implement PayPal with complete fraud protection and a 100% payment guarantee.

Article

February 23, 2021

New payment method: Discover the convenience of Tikkie

Alphacomm now offers Tikkie as payment method to all partners and customers based or operating in the Netherlands.

Press & news

June 15, 2021

Alphacomm makes list of top 250 scaleup companies

Alphacomm has been named one of the top 250 scaleups in the Netherlands.

Press & news

September 24, 2020

Chris Curd takes reins at Mi-Pay United Kingdom

Chris Curd becomes Mi-Pay UK’s VP of Sales, bringing a strong track record in driving growth through creative marketing and strategic innovation.

Article

March 9, 2021

One year on: looking back on the acquisition of Mi-Pay

In 2020, we acquired Mi-Pay, a British payment and fraud specialist. We asked our team about the expansion and how it has impacted them.

Article

August 10, 2021

How reducing friction at checkout boosts conversions

Is your checkout optimized for success? Learn how to improve conversion rates.

Article

February 5, 2021

Is your e-commerce or B2B website holding you back?

If you run an e-commerce or B2B site, you know there’s a strong link between a good user interface (UI) and a great user experience (UX).

Press & news

September 3, 2020

Revenue specialist Alphacomm Solutions rebrands to Mi-Pay

Alphacomm Solutions rebrands to Mi-Pay Europe after merging with the London-based top-up and fraud specialist, now alongside Mi-Pay UK.

Press & news

September 17, 2020

Three partners with Mi-Pay and Amazon’s Alexa for world first to offer new Prepay top-up solution

Three Ireland partners with Mi-Pay and Alexa for a voice-assisted top-up service, letting customers top up by saying, “Alexa, top me up.”

Article

November 19, 2020

It’s beginning to look a lot like fraud season

Consumers are spending less but buying more online, increasing fraud risk. Are businesses prepared for the 2020 holiday season?

Article

June 20, 2020

“Alexa, top up my phone, please!”

Voice-activated devices are increasingly common for customer interactions. Utilities and telecoms are using Alexa to offer innovative access to services.

Article

October 8, 2020

How the eSIM is reshaping the mobile industry

What does eSIM mean for operators? Learn how telcos can migrate customers smoothly to eSIM and why fast adaptation offers the greatest benefits.

Customer story

November 5, 2020

Why a German consumer electronics leader trusts Alphacomm

In 2018, a German electronics firm chose Alphacomm to launch its online game store for selling activation codes.

Article

June 11, 2020

How to combat payment fraud without losing revenue

Selling online increases fraud risk, but 3DS2 and specialized fraud tools can protect customers, reduce fraud, and boost sales.

Press & news

May 15, 2020

Alphacomm introduces prepaid top-up via Alexa

Alphacomm launches prepaid top-up via Alexa, allowing customers to purchase mobile credit with voice commands through its reseller, Alphacomm Solutions.

Article

July 10, 2020

Explained: Revised Payment Services Directive (PSD2)

PSD2 aims to boost competition, include non-banks, protect consumer rights, enhance data control, and improve online payment security in the EU.

Article

July 23, 2020

Explained: Strong Customer Authentication (SCA)

Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) under PSD2 enhances payment security and mandates platform openness for third-party integrations.

Article

September 9, 2020

Explained: 3D Secure 2 (3DS2) and Payment Authentication

3DS2 helps with fraud protection but can hurt customer experience and revenue. Additional measures may be needed.

Article

March 22, 2019

An explanation of the revised Payment Services Directive (PSD2)

PSD2, replacing PSD1, harmonizes payment services across SEPA. Adopted in 2015, it took effect in January 2018, with a delayed start in the Netherlands.

Press & news

April 17, 2020

L-mobi and Alphacomm Solutions launch digital top-up

Dutch prepaid provider L-mobi Mobile partners with Alphacomm to enhance and broaden their top-up experience for customers.

Article

September 17, 2019

Are consumers ready for PSD2 (and SCA)?

Let’s explore how PSD2 and SCA changes affect consumers and their experiences.

Article

June 28, 2019

Why the Libra just might succeed

Facebook is launching a new cryptocurrency in early 2020, enabling users to own and transfer money without needing a bank account.

Article

August 2, 2019

EBA Report: Pay attention to cybersecurity and customer education

The European Banking Authority's July report highlights key challenges faced by payment and E-money institutions in the FinTech landscape.

Article

May 8, 2019

Are you omni or out? Why omnichannel businesses thrive

Omni-channel retail is more than a buzzword—it's a crucial strategy for success.

Article

January 22, 2019

A convenience truth: how automation makes mobile top-up a more profitable experience

Prepaid phones offer convenience but the frequent need to top up can be frustrating, each time requiring customers to choose your service again.

Article

March 8, 2019

Mastercard, Apple, push back on free trials and dodgy subscriptions

Free trials can benefit both consumers and businesses, but a lack of transparency often leads to unwanted recurring charges.

Article

November 17, 2018

Alphacomm launches Fraud & Payment consultancy services

Alphacomm launched fraud and payment consultancy in a push to eradicate missed revenue.

Article

October 11, 2019

Automatic top-up: future-proof or passing fad?

Alper Altan, Alphacomm’s business development manager, believes automatic top-up is the next evolution in the prepaid industry.

Press & news

February 21, 2020

Alphacomm acquires activities of AIM listed Mi-Pay

Alphacomm, a fast growing fintech company, announced the acquisition of the activities of AIM listed Mi-Pay.

Article

January 4, 2019

Mobile phone users in Germany can now top-up their phones via WhatsApp

Alphacomm launches a new WhatsApp top-up service in Germany. Check it out!

Press & news

November 30, 2018

Medion teams up with Alphacomm to launch Lenovo Legion Game Store

Medion and Alphacomm team up to launch a new online game store on Cyber Monday.

Article

December 8, 2017

Top up channels and local & global payment methods

Let's explore the top options for telecom operators that reduce churn and satisfy prepaid phone users.

Article

November 28, 2017

Boosting installed prepaid base

Customer churn is tough in prepaid phone markets due to no contracts. How can telecoms keep prepaid customers and boost revenue?

Article

May 23, 2018

Catch me if you can: tech savvy fraudsters in high-risk industries and how to combat them

Online payment fraud is fast, but counter-fraud solutions are keeping pace. Merchants in high-risk industries must be proactive.

Article

November 7, 2017

Trends driving changes in prepaid phone plans

Customer churn is a huge challenge for mobile providers, especially with prepaid plans. Discover trends and strategies to boost loyalty.

Article

August 24, 2017

Top 12 Countries Exposed to Chargeback Fraud

Explore the enticing world of international e-commerce and its vast opportunities.

Press & news

July 8, 2018

Why The Productivity Company trusts Alphacomm

Tom Lindsen, the CEO of the Productivity Company, aims to make it's course catalogue as accessible as possible.

Article

September 1, 2017

Think your digital sales are protected by PayPal?

PayPal’s Seller Protection doesn’t cover digital goods. Merchants should review the user agreement despite its global reach and customer trust.

Article

August 24, 2017

Do you know these types of payment fraud?

Payment fraud varies widely. In 2021, US losses were $5.8B; imposter scams $2.3B. Eurozone had €1.5B in card fraud, mainly CNP.

About us

We believe buying and selling digital goods online should be effortless.

With over 25 years of experience, we know all about fraud, payments and selling digital goods online. Our team of 85 revenue geeks is working 24/7 to make it simple and safe to buy and sell digital goods.

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