Insights & Updates
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Market insights, product updates, compliance guides, and developer resources for MENA & Turkey merchants.
Why Cash-on-Delivery Still Dominates E-commerce in Iraq and Egypt
Despite rapid digital adoption across MENA, COD remains the preferred payment method for over 70% of e-commerce transactions in Iraq and Egypt. We break down the cultural, infrastructural, and trust factors driving this trend — and how smart merchants are adapting.
Introducing Salla & Zid Native Plugins: One-Click Payment Setup for Saudi Merchants
We're excited to announce official native plugin support for Salla and Zid — Saudi Arabia's two largest e-commerce platforms. Saudi merchants can now activate Zyrix payments in under 5 minutes with zero developer involvement.
SAMA's New AML Regulations: What Saudi Merchants Need to Know in 2026
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) released updated AML/CFT guidelines effective Q1 2026. This guide breaks down what changed, which merchant categories are affected, and the exact KYB documentation you need to remain compliant.
Building a USDT Payment Flow for WooCommerce: A Complete Developer Guide
A step-by-step technical guide to integrating Zyrix's USDT payment gateway into a WooCommerce store. Covers API authentication, webhook setup, order confirmation flows, and handling crypto-to-fiat settlement for IQD and TRY stores.
The $47B Opportunity: Cross-Border Payments Between Turkey and the GCC
Trade volume between Turkey and GCC countries exceeded $47 billion in 2025. Yet most of this trade still relies on correspondent banking with 3-5 day settlement times and opaque fees. Here's how Zyrix is bridging this gap.
KVKK vs GDPR: A Practical Data Protection Guide for Fintech Companies Operating in Turkey and the EU
If you're a fintech operating in both Turkey and European markets, you're subject to both KVKK and GDPR. This guide compares the two frameworks, highlights key differences in consent requirements, data subject rights, and breach notification timelines.
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