Hemp Drinks and The Evolution of Social Beverages

Hemp Drinks and The Evolution of Social Beverages

Explore the rising trend of hemp-infused beverages in the beverage industry. Discover how hemp drinks are catering to wellness-aware consumers and reshaping social drinking norms with innovative flavors and eco-friendly practices.

Understanding Hemp Food and Beverage Regulations

Understanding Hemp Food and Beverage Regulations

Discover the essential guide to navigating hemp food and beverage regulations. Learn about the Farm Bill’s impact, FDA oversight, state variances, and compliance best practices. Stay informed and succeed with WAAVE, your ally in maintaining legitimacy in the rapidly growing hemp market.

Fee Transparency: Your Shield Against Risk

Fee Transparency: Your Shield Against Risk BLOG

Discover why fee transparency is crucial for businesses dealing with high-risk wellness products like CBD and Vapes. Learn how clear fee structures and strong banking partnerships can shield your business from financial risks and ensure long-term stability.

Top Strategies to Prevent Chargebacks in High-Risk Businesses

Explore the ultimate guide on combating chargebacks in high-risk industries. Discover how leveraging advanced technology, ensuring transparency, educating customers, and swift conflict resolution can secure your business against costly disputes.

In the modern marketplace, chargebacks can be a significant thorn in the side of high-risk businesses. They not only disrupt your cash flow but can also tarnish your reputation with customers and payment processors alike. Building upon the foundational knowledge from our previous piece, How Chargebacks Work & Why Wellness Merchants Should Avoid Them, this […]

California Governor Unveils Emergency Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products

California Governor Unveils Emergency Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products

On September 6, California Governor Gavin Newsome introduced the framework of his emergency ban on intoxicating hemp products in the Golden State. What would be an industry-strangling measure, Newsome cited that the ban is to protect California residents, primarily children, from the potential risk of unregulated intoxicants. The products that are subject to a ban […]

The Impact of Compliance on Consumer Trust in the Kratom Market

Discover how compliance shapes consumer trust in the Kratom market, emphasizing the critical role of safety, quality, and secure transactions in building a credible brand.

The Kratom market, with its unique challenges and immense growth potential, places consumer trust at the heart of business success. This article explores the pivotal role that compliance plays in shaping this trust, emphasizing its significance in establishing substantial consumer credibility within the Kratom sector.   Compliance: The Foundation of Consumer Confidence In an industry […]

Why Botanical Companies End Up on the MATCH List and How to Avoid It

Discover the primary reasons botanical companies like CBD, Kratom, Nutraceuticals, and Vaping businesses get MATCH listed and learn actionable strategies to prevent it. Stay operational by understanding the rules and adopting WAAVE's solutions.

For businesses within the high-risk sectors such as CBD, Kratom, Nutraceuticals, or Vaping, understanding the risks and regulations associated with payment processing is crucial. One particular challenge that these businesses may face is the potential of being placed on the Member Alert to Control High-risk Merchants (MATCH) list. This list, a creation of MasterCard, acts […]

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