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VARs: You don’t always need more merchants to grow revenue.

Many resellers focus on adding new accounts. But some of the biggest growth opportunities are already sitting in your existing portfolio.

Here are 3 ways VARs can increase revenue without adding new merchants:

• Expand payment capabilities – Upgrading merchants from standalone terminals to integrated solutions can unlock new functionality and stronger relationships.

• Introduce value-added tools – Reporting, reconciliation tools, and financial services can create additional revenue while helping merchants run their business more efficiently.

• Improve payment visibility – When merchants better understand their deposits, fees, and transactions, they are more likely to stay with the partner who provides that clarity.

The most successful VARs are becoming trusted payment advisors for their merchants.

👉 See how BOLD helps VARs grow their portfolios:
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🚨 Security Alert! 🚨 Popular system tools were compromised in a supply chain attack.

A recent incident reported by Cryptika revealed that the official CPUID website was compromised, allowing attackers to distribute malicious versions of widely used tools like HWMonitor and CPU Z.

These were not random downloads. They were hosted on the legitimate site, making them appear safe and trustworthy to users.

What happened:
• Attackers breached the CPUID website
• Legitimate downloads were replaced with weaponized installers
• Users unknowingly installed malware from a trusted source

Why this matters for our partners:
• Even trusted software vendors can be targeted
• “Download from the official site” is no longer a guarantee of safety
• Endpoint security and monitoring are critical, especially in POS and payment environments
• Software supply chain attacks are becoming more common and more sophisticated

If your merchants or teams use tools like HWMonitor or CPU Z, it is worth reviewing recent downloads and running security checks.

Security is not just about your payment system. It is about every piece of software connected to it.