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The hemp payments landscape is shifting once again. Square has begun notifying CBD and hemp merchants that certain accounts will be closed on November 5, 2026, ahead of anticipated federal changes affecting hemp-derived products. As reported by Marijuana Moment, the company is proactively exiting portions of the hemp market as regulatory uncertainty continues to evolve. […]

The cannabis industry has never stood still. Over the past decade, operators have adapted to changing regulations, evolving consumer expectations, and constant innovation in payment technology. What began as an industry dominated by cash is steadily becoming more digital, data-driven, and operationally sophisticated. As we look toward 2027, the biggest changes won’t simply be about […]

Few industries have experienced as much uncertainty over the past year as hemp. Operators across the country have faced changing state laws, evolving federal guidance, and growing questions about the future of hemp-derived cannabinoids. Recent developments, including Texas’ decision to prohibit many intoxicating hemp products, have only added to that uncertainty, forcing businesses to rethink […]

For many businesses, accepting payments seems simple. A customer enters their card information, the payment is approved, and the order is complete. For high-risk ecommerce businesses, however, payments are far more complex. Whether you sell peptides, hemp products, supplements, cannabis, alternative wellness products, or other regulated goods, your ability to accept payments can change overnight. […]

For years, cashless ATM solutions have served as the backbone of cannabis payments. At a time when traditional card acceptance was limited, cashless ATMs gave dispensaries a practical way to reduce their reliance on cash while offering customers a more convenient checkout experience. For many operators, they represented the first major step toward modernizing cannabis […]

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered for more than just the matches on the pitch. For the first time in tournament history, the world’s biggest sporting event is being hosted across three North American countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Two of those host nations have established legal cannabis markets, creating a […]

For many ecommerce businesses, getting approved for a merchant account is a relatively straightforward process. For businesses operating in high-risk industries, however, approval can be far more challenging. Whether you sell peptides, hemp products, supplements, alternative wellness products, subscription services, or other regulated goods, payment providers often evaluate your business through a different lens. Higher […]

The cannabis payment landscape has come a long way over the past decade. Not long ago, many dispensaries operated almost entirely in cash due to limited banking access and a lack of compliant payment solutions. Today, operators have more options than ever before. From digital debit and ACH to eCheck solutions and emerging payment technologies, […]

Employee turnover remains one of the most persistent challenges facing cannabis retailers. As dispensaries compete for customers, many operators focus heavily on inventory, pricing, marketing, and compliance. While those areas are critical, the employee experience often receives less attention despite its direct impact on customer satisfaction and long-term growth. Budtenders play a unique role in […]

Getting approved for a merchant account can feel straightforward until it is not. Many ecommerce businesses spend weeks building their website, launching products, and investing in marketing, only to discover that securing payment processing is more difficult than expected. Some applications are denied outright. Others are approved at first, only for the business to face […]

For peptide businesses, payments are not just a checkout function. They are a survival system. As peptide ecommerce continues to grow, many businesses focus on product sourcing, branding, customer acquisition, and fulfillment. Those areas matter, but payment infrastructure can quietly determine whether revenue keeps flowing or gets interrupted. Peptide businesses often operate in categories that […]

As the cannabis industry continues to mature, businesses are realizing that growth requires far more than strong products alone. Brand identity, digital infrastructure, customer retention, SEO, analytics, and operational strategy are all becoming essential pieces of long-term success. That is exactly where agencies like PufCreativ have carved out a unique role within the industry. Over […]