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National Post
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- National Post
Xsolla Expands Payments in the Americas to Boost Conversions With Pay by Bank, Affirm, and Recurring Billing via Mercado Pago
Article content New Support For Local Payment Methods Helps Developers Align With How Players Across The Americas Prefer To Pay Article content LOS ANGELES — Xsolla, a global commerce company helping developers launch, grow and monetize their games, announces today a major expansion of its localized payments offering across North and South America today. With new support for Pay by Bank and Affirm in the United States, Affirm in Canada, and recurring billing via Mercado Pago in Brazil, developers and publishers using Xsolla Pay Station can now unlock new revenue streams, reduce friction, and better connect with players through regionally trusted payment methods. Article content Article content The Americas remain one of the largest and most diverse gaming regions, with a combined market value of approximately USD 100 billion. However, while opportunities are vast, consumer expectations regarding payments vary dramatically by country. Players in the U.S. increasingly seek fast, secure alternatives to credit cards; Canadian gamers are embracing flexible payment options; and in Brazil, a major economy, recurring billing through trusted platforms like Mercado Pago is essential for long-term retention. Article content To meet these regional needs, Xsolla Pay Station now supports: Article content Pay by Bank in the U.S. – Faster, secure, bank-direct payments are rapidly gaining traction among players and retailers. Affirm in the U.S. (live) and Canada – A flexible Buy Now, Pay Later option that increases accessibility and basket size. Mercado Pago in Brazil (enhanced) – Now supporting recurring billing to enable live service models and subscription-based monetization. Article content Key benefits of the Payments in the Americas expansion include: Article content Localized Payment Solutions: Offer trusted regional payment methods, including Pay by Bank, Affirm, and Mercado Pago, ensuring players can pay in their preferred manner in every market. Reflects the growing consumer shift toward convenient, secure, and flexible payment methods. Frictionless Checkout Experiences: Mobile-first, secure payment flows help reduce abandonment and improve conversion rates. Wider Reach Across North & South America: Localized support in the U.S., Canada, and Brazil opens access to millions of players, backed by the adoption of Pay by Bank (35M+ U.S. users engaging with open banking), Affirm (22M+ U.S. shoppers as of 2024), and Mercado Pago (64M monthly active users in Brazil, integrated across 145,000+ live sites), reflecting the growing demand for convenient, secure, and flexible payment experiences. Flexible Monetization Models: To fit your revenue strategy, offer one-time payments, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options, and subscriptions. Increased Player Trust and Loyalty: Familiar payment methods foster confidence and encourage players to return. Article content 'We're making it easier for developers to reach players in North and South America with payment experiences that feel native to each market,' said Chris Hewish, President at Xsolla. 'By enabling Pay by Bank, Affirm, and recurring billing with Mercado Pago, we're helping our partners connect with more players, increase conversions, and offer real flexibility in how they monetize across the Americas.' Article content To learn more or enable these regional payment methods for your game, get started: For a complete list of enhancements and developer tools, visit: About Xsolla Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game. Article content Article content Article content Article content Media Contact
National Post
41 minutes ago
- National Post
Euna Solutions Named Government Technology Management Team of the Year in 2025 Stevie® Awards for Technology Excellence
Article content Euna Solutions' executive team is recognized for its strategic leadership, value-driven culture and commitment to serving the public sector Article content ATLANTA & TORONTO — Euna Solutions ®, a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions for the public sector, today announced that its executive team has been named the winner of the Gold Stevie ® Award in the Government Technology Management Team of the Year category in the second annual Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence. Article content Euna Solutions' executive team was recognized for its impactful leadership and collaboration following a strategic rebrand. Led by CEO Tom Amburgey, the company implemented 'The Euna Way,' a value-driven ideology to foster a healthy organization focused on unity, results and growth. This approach shaped the company's internal culture and external strategy, strengthening employee engagement and aligning the organization around its core mission to serve communities through transformative solutions. Article content 'It is an honor to have our executive team recognized by the Stevie Awards,' said Tom Amburgey, CEO of Euna Solutions. 'Our entire company is united by a shared commitment to the public sector. I'm incredibly proud of the leadership shown by our executive team in building a value-driven culture that empowers our employees and strengthens our impact. Together, we are delivering meaningful solutions to serve communities every day.' Article content Between 2023 and 2024, Euna Solutions achieved significant growth while advancing its mission to serve communities through modern technology. In 2023, Euna Procurement processed 79,465 transactions worth $28.7B, Euna Budget managed $371.3B in public funds, Euna Grants facilitated 10,801 grants totaling $26.9B, Euna Payments handled $4.1B in transactions, Euna Permit Guide supported 100,289 compliance checks, and Euna Special Education served 680,000 special needs students across North America. The executive team also introduced 'philanthropy days,' encouraging employees to participate in community service. As a result, Euna's employees contributed over 200 hours, raised more than $11,000 for hunger relief programs, and donated over $3,500 in items to inner-city youth programs. Article content In 2024 Article content , Euna Procurement processed $27.6B+, maintaining 970k+ active suppliers and providing $1.25M+ in AI-driven buyer savings. Euna Budget managed $538.7B in public funds and $41.8B in Capital Project Investments, Euna Payments processed $5.1B through 5.25M+ transactions, Euna Grants managed $24.6B+ and awarded 13.4k+ grants and Euna Special Education supported 116k+ teachers and tracked 4.1M+ educational hours. The executive team furthered community commitment by hosting a 4-week Women's History Month workshop, launching a Women in Technology resource group, donating over 120 backpacks with school supplies, raising $5,802 for Feeding America in the U.S. and $4,270 for Food Banks of Canada. Article content The Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence recognize the remarkable achievements of individuals, teams and organizations that are shaping the future of technology across all industry sectors. More than 1,500 nominations from organizations of all sizes in 36 nations and territories were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of tech-related categories. Article content 'We're proud to honor the 2025 Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence winners for their remarkable achievements,' said Stevie Awards President Maggie Miller. 'We look forward to celebrating their innovation and impact at the awards ceremony on September 16.' Article content Details about the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence and the list of 2025 Stevie winners are available at Article content About the Stevie Awards Article content Stevie Awards are conferred in nine programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards ®, The International Business Awards ®, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Technology Excellence and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations and territories. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performance in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at Article content About Euna Solutions Article content Euna Solutions ® is a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based software that helps public sector and government organizations streamline procurement, budgeting, payments, grants management, and special education administration. Designed to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and compliance, Euna Solutions supports more than 3,400 organizations across North America in building trust, enabling transparency, and driving community impact. Recognized on Government Technology's GovTech 100 list, Euna Solutions is committed to advancing public sector progress through innovative SaaS solutions. 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CTV News
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- CTV News
‘Build a better future': AI company aims to optimize energy consumption with data
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