Wind River Payments

10/01/2026

AI is changing the rules of cybersecurity.

In his latest article published by Intelligent CISO, Wind River's Chief Information Security Officer, Doug Buan, shares practical steps security leaders can take to keep pace.

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09/25/2026

Is your integrated payments program keeping pace with customer expectations?

Modern payment systems do far more than process transactions. They improve customer experience, strengthen security, streamline operations, and support long-term growth.

In our latest blog, we highlight five signs it may be time to modernize your integrated payments program and what to look for in a payments partner.

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09/03/2026

Fraud prevention is supposed to protect revenue. But what if the controls designed to stop fraud are quietly costing merchants more money than the fraud itself?

False declines are one of the most overlooked challenges in payments. Unlike chargebacks, they don't show up in reports or trigger alerts. Legitimate customers are simply turned away, and many never come back.

In our latest article, we explore:

- The hidden cost of false declines
- Why one-size-fits-all fraud rules often fail merchants
- What ISVs can do to reduce friction without increasing risk

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08/19/2026

Family ownership isn't just part of Wind River's history. It's part of our future.

Recently, members of our third generation stopped by the office to serve a pancake breakfast to the team. While the pancakes were delicious, the bigger takeaway was seeing the next generation learn a lesson that's shaped our company from the beginning: success starts with serving others.

Thanks to our young chefs for a great morning!

08/14/2026

The holiday shopping season may still be months away, but fraud prevention should already be on your radar.

Now is the time to evaluate fraud risks, strengthen payment security, and make sure your team is prepared before the busy holidays. Our latest article outlines a practical timeline to help merchants get ahead of holiday fraud.

Click the link in the comments to learn how taking a proactive approach now can help reduce fraud, minimize chargebacks, and protect your business during the holiday season.

08/04/2026

AI may be changing the threat landscape, but it hasn't changed the fundamentals of cybersecurity.

Attackers are moving faster than ever, making strong security controls, PCI compliance, and continuous vulnerability management more important than ever.

In this Security article, Chief Information Security Officer at Wind River Payments, Doug Buan, shares why organizations should focus on strengthening proven security practices while leveraging AI as part of their security strategy.

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07/17/2026

Thinking about implementing a surcharging program? Read this article first.

Surcharging can help offset payment processing costs, but there are important rules every business needs to understand before getting started.

In our latest article, we break down five key surcharging rules and the critical questions every business should consider before implementing a surcharging program.

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07/06/2026

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

And from our family to yours, we wish you all a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day!