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What is 3D Secure authentication?
3D Secure authentication is an added security measure that protects online transactions. Learn how your business can use 3DS to make payments safe, secure, and compliant.
Emma Beardmore
•5 minutes
GuidesFinance
What are merchant category codes and how do you find one?
What is a merchant category code (MCC) and how can you find your merchant category code? Learn the ins and outs of MCCs with Airwallex.
Emma Beardmore
•5 minutes
Business tipsFinance
Scaling your marketplace globally with embedded finance solutions
Here, we’ll look at the benefits of scaling your marketplace globally and how to get started by choosing the right markets to enter.
Emma Beardmore
•6 minutes

FinanceBusiness tips
What is a prepaid card? Differences from credit and debit cards
Prepaid cards spend from preloaded funds instead of a credit line or bank account, so they’re great for budgeting. But there are other perks and fees you should know about.
David Beach
•10 minutes

GuidesFinance
What is the merchant discount rate and how does it work?
What is a merchant discount rate (MDR) and how do they work? Explore merchant discount rates, their impact and how to reduce MDRs with Airwallex.
Emma Beardmore
•7 minutes

Finance
Airwallex Spend: Revolutionising business spend management, with AI-powered automations at every step
Airwallex Spend brings together our Corporate Cards, Expense Management, and Bill Pay products into a unified suite of tools to help you manage your spend.
Emma Beardmore
•4 minutes

November release notes: Streamlined Afterpay with currency switching, Payment Link improvements, and customisable transfer notifications
Discover the latest product releases from Airwallex.
•5 minutes

Company news
Being human: Obstacles and opportunities | In conversation with Lando Norris
In this interview, we explore the mindset Lando Norris has adopted to become a world-class racing driver. Drawing on his career, Lando opens up about how to look at obstacles differently, find a fresh approach, and convert them into opportunities.
•10 minutes

Business tipsGuides
What is a corporate card? A guide for your business spending
Corporate credit cards improve flexibility and security and can earn extra perks along the way. Learn more about whether commercial cards are right for you.
David Beach
•7 minutes

Business tipsFinanceGuides
How to calculate cost of sales for your business
In this article we’ll talk you through the ins and outs of cost of sales, and why it’s such a vital concept for businesses to understand.
Emma Beardmore
•9 minutes
Business tipsGuides
What is a merchant account? When and how to open one
Merchant accounts are separate business accounts that enable companies to accept card payments. See if you need one and review the requirements to get started.
David Beach
•6 minutes

FinanceStart-upsBusiness tips
How to calculate burn rate (the right way!)
Learn how to calculate gross and net burn rates to forecast your cash runway better. Understand what makes a good burn rate and how to improve it.
David Beach
•10 minutes