Bold Bytes - Episode 2 - Risk and Compliance with Stephanie Buckley

Welcome back to Bold Bytes — your go-to source for insights, interviews, and analysis in the fast-paced world of merchant processing. 💳

In this episode, host Robert Copeland sits down with Stephanie Buckley, a leading voice in risk and compliance at Bold Integrated Payments, to pull back the curtain on how money really moves in today’s digital commerce ecosystem.

We explore:
✅ Why risk teams are more like cops than villains
✅ Common risk red flags (and how to avoid them)
✅ What compliance actually protects — and why it really matters
✅ The surge in card brand fines & how merchants can stay ahead
✅ What you NEED to know about TPE fees and data integrity
✅ Why transparency in your merchant application is critical
✅ Tips to avoid transaction holds, chargebacks, and fines

Whether you're a merchant, ISO, payment professional, or just curious about what powers your credit card tap — this episode is packed with the real-world knowledge you won’t hear anywhere else.

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