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From digital trade agreements to security innovation, the PayPal Government Relations team’s highlights from Singapore.

Top tips to avoid common scams and shop safely online during the holidays and peak shopping seasons.

PayPal's broad range of small-business solutions helped The Weathervane Shoppe better serve its customers, while helping to drive sales.

PayPal has maintained its Trendsetter status for political disclosure and accountability practices for the fourth consecutive year.

Small business owner Terry Wright turned to PayPal Complete Payments and Fastlane by PayPal to connect with new customers and drive sales.

How a musician turned small business owner leveraged PayPal Complete Payments and Fastlane to grow his business.

The founders of clothing company PatPat were pursuing very different careers when they discovered a market opportunity, and payment platform options to match.

See how Tyler and Bryce Kloster turned their passion into a business with Karakoram.

When it comes to fraud, today’s perpetrators are innovators. PayPal’s Fraud Protection Advanced is helping to dramatically reduce risk – partnering with organizations like Kiva.

Creating products reflecting the tastes and flavors of his childhood, the founder of A Dozen Cousins says he wanted to ensure that underserved communities could afford to eat healthy food.

BEENOS is strengthening its relationship with PayPal to bolster its North American business.

According to a new poll commissioned by PayPal, adults in the U.S. on average say they’re owed $926 dollars – whether from dining, travel, big events like concerts and weddings, or other purchases.

Among these grantees includes esteemed organizations that are not only becoming Community Impact partners but have also been selected to benefit from our first-ever PayPal Impact Day on June 27.

The London Candle Company leverages PayPal Complete Payments and PayPal Working Capital to grow his business.

The airline industry has faced its fair share of challenges but one carrier is aiming to stand out by focusing on the biggest challenges facing its customers.

PayPal’s small business solutions have helped create seamless experiences for customers both online and in-person.

“I think simplifying the checkout process is one of the biggest areas of opportunity right now,” said Hani Batla, CIO and CTO of Adorama.

Dive into the fascinating psychology around debt in Episode 2 of Money and the Brain.

How an award-winning children's author leveraged PayPal to connect with her customers both in-person and online.

Win Win Coffee co-founders are leveraging PayPal to help amplify their voice and drive e-commerce sales.

Plant Addicts co-founders leveraged PayPal to help build trust with customers as they grew their side-hustle into a growing business.

PayPal Grant Payments saves time and money for both grant makers and charities by enabling electronic grantmaking and donor information sharing.

Stressing out about holiday shopping and spending? We chatted with one PayPal superuser to learn some of his favorite tips and tricks to make the most out of PayPal and PayPal Honey cashback and rewards.

From selling school supplies to printing services and the latest technology, Staples has thrived in its ability to build a strong network of customers that include both customers and merchants.

CrowdFarming aims to allow farmers to sell their own products, arrange for the transportation of their packages, offer customer service, and create effective advertising.  

PayPal worked with Code Ninjas, a coding education organization, to explore ways to counter the most common scams.

Home decor and organization expert Kim Bui shares tips on decluttering your home before the holidays and how to earn some extra money in the process. 

Small businesses are vital to a digital economy and thriving communities, and the Venmo Small Business Grant is committed to helping them succeed.

Womenswear label Love, Bonito has made a name for itself selling empathetic designs and with a close fit in payments.

People around the world trust and rely on safe and secure financial services. That’s why it is our highest priority and responsibility to not only protect our customers and merchants, but also contribute to global efforts to make the internet more secure.

Leveraging PayPal Working Capital, welovejam has grown from a hobby to an established, nearly two decade-long business.

The pandemic brought about a boom in e-commerce, which has permanently altered the way consumers make their purchasing decisions.

Easily and securely gift money with Venmo in a physical Hallmark card.

Part of steering the ship of an iconic brand is recognizing when the tide has turned and when it’s time for new adventures, particularly when it comes to payments.

One app is simplifying the innovative way it has married artificial intelligence and travel data to meet the evolving demands of the modern globetrotter.

With scammers and fraudsters getting more sophisticated in their attempts to gain access to your information, here are some of the most common scams facing consumers and how you can protect yourself, your information, and your Venmo account.

How one small business owner relies on PayPal to keep her transactions secure and efficient across all arms of her business.

One of the industry’s largest vaults of network tokens helps merchants improve customer security and increase approval rates at checkout.

As adoption continues to grow, it will be critical for entrepreneurs to leverage AI tools to optimize costs, develop new strategies and save time while industry works with regulators on responsible regulations.

By leveraging generative AI, we have the potential to improve everything from customer support and engineering to compliance and accounting.

Shopping expert and savvy mom Trae Bodge has the essential tips for easy and affordable back-to-school shopping.

Updating PayPal profile search settings, and introducing new personal P2P QR Codes.

How one small business turned to Tap to Pay with Venmo to grow her customer base.

The research captures the voice and experiences of PayPal employees to explore how the PayPal Employee Financial Wellness Program has contributed to their journey toward financial health.

Behavioral economist Dr. Meg Elkins talks about inflation and how it affects not only our pockets and wallets, but our heads and heart.

See how PayPal supports refugees by promoting the long-term economic integration and empowerment of refugees across the globe.

Business loans may feel less accessible than ever during the current economic climate, but PayPal is helping small businesses leverage their data to increase borrowing power.

The recent turmoil in the banking sector has caused credit markets to tighten, exacerbating liquidity issues often faced by entrepreneurs, according to a recent survey.

When you think of an orchestra, you think of harmony – a perfect combination of systems coming together seamlessly. In business, orchestration is no different.

Learn how people spend, store, and engage with money in the metaverse and how new financial services could be created and tailored for the needs of the metaverse.

One segment of entrepreneurship that is often overlooked are immigrant- and refugee-owned small businesses.

Oklahoma chef used PayPal to help shake up her business

Industry insights show which consumer trends will continue to dominate. Here are some revelations that could help business leaders navigate the challenges ahead.

Today, we introduced the ability for parents and guardians to open a Venmo Teen Debit Card and Venmo Teen Account to give their 13- to 17-year-olds a secure, seamless way to send and receive money.

Pixiv, an online community for creators to share and showcase their work, continues to grow with PayPal's flexible and secure payments platform.

We spoke with the owners of L’Amourette to learn how PayPal Zettle is enabling better payment experiences for their customers.

SMB owners are wondering about the moves they should make to ensure their business remains stable, secure and innovative in the year to come.

A new report, published by PayPal, analyzes how innovative financing is expanding the ways small business owners can access capital.

Expert advice from Charlotte Smith, who has built a strong following online by sharing her adventures in upcycling furniture and other pieces of home décor.

This month, we’ll be spotlighting some inspiring SMBs and sharing advice on how SMBs can overcome common obstacles.

This new feature allows users to request payment through Microsoft Teams, see who has paid, and receive payments directly into their PayPal account, while customers are engaged during the meeting.

The uncertainty of the last few years have left merchants with more questions than answers. We sought out experienced business leaders to help with some advice.

We spoke with Bacary Diatta, the founder of Kassumay, to learn how PayPal is helping his business grow.

Two personal finance pros, Tonya Rapley and Steven M. Hughes, shared tips for how to navigate tricky personal financial questions and situations.

Have you received a money request or an invoice you don’t recognize? Learn how to spot this scam and what to do to stay safe.

There’s a series of shifts happening across the Asia-Pacific region when it comes to e-commerce and payments. PayPal’s Samba Natarajan, SVP for Growth Markets, reflects on what’s happening and what the opportunities are for businesses.

At PayPal, we are working to reduce our environmental footprint and support sustainability projects in the communities where we live and work.

Who says travel has to be expensive? With a little planning and some budgeting tips, you can explore the world without breaking the bank.

Understanding a customers’ needs are the cornerstone of business but in payments, having a deep knowledge of a consumer’s purchasing patterns can pay off in strides.

Hear from three leaders of PayPal’s Leadership Team to learn about their career journeys and the experiences and challenges that they encountered and learned from.

Spread good vibes by making small, joy-inducing purchases that feel like luxuries – without breaking the bank.

We spoke with Tiffini Gatlin, the founder of Latched & Hooked, to learn how PayPal is helping her business grow.

See how PayPal is executing its mission through ongoing economic justice commitments for women and girls across the world.

Expert deal-finder and PayPal super-user André Jeanpierre offers five tips he uses to stay on top of his finances and stay in control of his spending.

For Robert Nelson, it's all about team building while having fun.

We spoke with Atlanta-based business owner Don Dodds to learn how PayPal is helping his business grow.

To mark Black History Month, Lisha Bell from PayPal Ventures interviewed Nasir Qadree from Zeal Capital Partners to hear about his Inclusive Investing strategy and how he hopes to turbocharge economic mobility in the Black community.

In 2022, PayPal’s global employee community made lasting social impact in communities around the world.

Research, data led to new approach for acquiring subscribers.

The founder of an ecommerce herbal tea business says she's just getting started.

We spoke with Chicago-based entrepreneur Case Kenny to learn how PayPal is helping his business grow.

This past year we’ve talked to leaders behind the big companies that are changing the digital landscape. Here's what they had to say.

Throughout the year, we heard from small business owners, entrepreneurs, and personal finance experts. Here's a collection of some of the best advice we heard.

We spoke with the founders of Big Red’s Hot Sauce to learn how PayPal is helping their business grow.

With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s not uncommon to find yourself needing to find a last-minute gift for a friend, a coworker, or even a family member. We spoke with a shopping expert to get some tips and do’s and don’ts.

As a mom of two boys, Desiree Moore understands how important it is to have a budget. But sometimes when she needs a little wiggle room, she turns to PayPal for relief.

We spoke with Dabble and Dollop founder Stephanie Leshney to learn how PayPal is helping her business grow.

Azazie reimagines the way brides shop for a wedding dress, offering a try-at-home model with straightforward returns supported by Happy Returns, a PayPal company.

Discover how PayPal can support your financial flexibility and help keep your spending and budgeting on track.

Whether you’re sending or receiving money, splitting a bill, or trying to keep across all your balances and payment methods, PayPal has options to make it simple.

Shopping with tools like PayPal Honey can help stretch your budget and pick up gifts for everyone on your “Nice” list.

It’s only through participation in the democratic process that we can help impact the issues and policies that affect us, our families and our communities.

Learn more about how these leaders are economically empowering their communities.

Workleisure brand looked for ways to encourage customer loyalty through ‘try and buy’.

Find out more about what makes PayPal uniquely positioned to help businesses sell and consumers shop with confidence.

We spoke with Juan Carlos Leal, professional soccer player turned small business owner, to learn how he overcame pandemic-related challenges and expanded his business.

In partnering with Next Chapter, PayPal aims to meet a demand for committed workers while supporting formerly incarcerated individuals.

Paul and Tasia Ford started Big Red’s Hot Sauce from their Phoenix, Arizona, home in 2011. They’re now stocked in stores and markets across the US and have a plan to put hot sauce on every table.

October 12 is National Savings Day, an ideal moment to focus on improving resilience and financial health. Saving where money can go further, like accounts with a higher APY, means balances will grow at a higher rate.

Rachid "Rush" Wehbi founded dropshipping platform Sell the Trend to enable dropshippers to use data in their product selection. It's a continually growing sector, and offering PayPal has enabled the online selling enterprise.