Your Commerce Matters Newsletter is Here – May Edition

By rahmat hidayat

Friday, May 29, 2026

BUSINESS TIPS

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May is a good time to pause, take stock of where your business stands, and sharpen the strategies that will carry you through the rest of the year. Whether you're scaling globally, fine-tuning your pricing model, or rethinking how AI fits into your product roadmap, this edition is packed with perspectives worth your time.

This month, we're shining a light on a few things we're particularly excited about. CommerceNow'26 is back with fresh expert-led sessions built for eCommerce and SaaS growth. We're thrilled to introduce our new documentation portal at docs.2checkout.com, a dedicated, AI-powered platform designed to give you faster answers and a better overall experience. And last, but not least, you'll also find sharp reads on AI feature monetization, global tax complexity, and what your MRR schedule might be missing.

Happy selling!

In the Spotlight

CommerceNow 2026

Already in its 10th edition, CommerceNow is back with a refreshed experience, new insights, and expert-led sessions focused on what's next for eCommerce and SaaS growth. We've already started announcing the first speakers joining the lineup, and you won't want to miss who's on board. If you're looking for practical strategies to grow smarter, improve conversions, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market, CommerceNow'26 is for you. Register now to get your free ticket!

On the Blog this Month

One Login, Total Control: 2Checkout's Universal SSO Explained

Managing separate credentials across every platform your team uses creates real security exposure and operational drag. This feature breakdown explains how 2Checkout's Universal Single Sign-On (SSO), built on the SAML 2.0 standard, integrates with your existing Identity Provider to give your team seamless access while keeping IT firmly in control of who has it.

35 Best SaaS & Growth Newsletters to Subscribe to in 2026

Looking for smarter ways to stay ahead in SaaS and digital growth? We've rounded up the best SaaS and growth newsletters to keep you ahead of trends and learning from industry experts. Check them out!

Navigating the Complex Tax Landscape and How the Reseller Model Helps

Scaling globally comes with serious tax complexity. From EU VAT to digital services taxes, understanding the right business model can save your SaaS or eCommerce team time, money, and compliance headaches.

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What Your MRR Schedule Isn't Telling You

Your MRR schedule shows what happened, but rarely what's coming. Learn how SaaS finance teams can use AI on existing data to surface dormant ARR, score revenue durability, and uncover expansion opportunities.

TheSaaSCFO.com

How to Build a Competitor Ad Intelligence Tool

Most paid search teams monitor category keywords but miss a more immediate threat: competitors bidding directly on their brand terms. This practical guide shows how to build a lightweight tool that surfaces who's targeting your brand, what they're saying, and where the gaps are.

CXL.com

EU Tightens Fraud Rules and Fintech Licensing in Open Banking Overhaul

The EU's PSD3 and Payment Services Regulation are set to reshape open banking compliance across Europe, with stricter fraud controls, tighter API standards, and clearer licensing rules for fintechs. For businesses in European markets, understanding what's changing is the first step to staying ahead of the compliance curve.

PaymentsJournal.com

2Checkout Product Labs

2Checkout Documentation

The 2Checkout documentation experience has a dedicated home at docs.2checkout.com, rebuilt from the ground up based on real customer feedback. The new platform features AI-assisted search, redesigned navigation, and a cleaner interface that makes finding answers faster and easier across any device. Whether you're integrating an API or exploring platform capabilities, everything you need is now more organized, more accessible, and ready to scale with your business.

SEPA IPN Refusal Date

The IPN is triggered only if the vendor activates the feature at account level. When the payment processor sends a refusal date (min 1 day and max 42 days depending on refusal reason) the system stores the information, and the order is marked for seller notification; a new IPN is automatically sent to the vendor.

Free Trials Without Payment Details

You can now offer shoppers a free trial without asking for card details upfront, using any shopping cart. These trials don't auto-renew – shoppers manually switch to the full product during the trial if they want to continue. A lower-friction way to get more shoppers in the door, now available alongside your paid and auto-renewing trial options.

New Payment Method - iDeal Free Trials

iDEAL, the Netherlands' most widely used online payment method, is now supported for free trial flows. A temporary €0.01 charge is placed to verify the shopper's payment details and automatically refunded. Shoppers are notified via an on-screen message in both English and Dutch.