--- title: "NEWS — Fungies blog · Fungies" description: "Every Fungies article in NEWS — 34 posts on selling software globally." image: "https://fungies.io/og-image.jpg" canonical: "https://fungies.io/category/news/" --- [← Blog](/latest-news-blog) § Category 34 entries # NEWS Everything we have published in NEWS. Notes on selling software globally — churn, pricing, VAT thresholds, and the mechanics of getting paid from anywhere. March · 20261 entry - [ № 302 2026.03.25Latest ### The Best Merchant of Record Platforms with Crypto and Stablecoin Payments in 2026 If you’re an indie SaaS developer getting ready to launch a product in 2026, you’ve probably already thought about how to accept payments. Stripe, PayPal, maybe a subscription billing tool. But here’s the question most founders skip: what about crypto? More customers want to pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like USDC and USDT. And 2026.03.25Duke Vu · 28 minGuides ](/the-best-merchant-of-record-platforms-with-crypto-and-stablecoin-payments-in-2026) February · 20251 entry - [ № 322 2025.02.20Latest ### Top 10 Store Builders for Creators in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Discover the top 10 store builders for creators. Compare key features, benefits, and pricing to find the best platform that fits your business needs. Building a branded online store shouldn’t require coding skills, or come with hidden fees and limited customization. Yet, many store builders either lock key features behind paywalls or restrict design flexibility…. 2025.02.20Maja Wiewióra · 16 minGuides ](/store-builders-for-creators) December · 20242 entries - [ № 324 2024.12.06Latest ### Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle (Tried, Compared): Winner Revealed Lemon Squeezy and Paddle streamline payment processes with global tax compliance. See Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle review to find which one’s best for your business. 2024.12.06Adrian Schenberg · 18 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-vs-paddle) - [ № 325 2024.12.02 ### Top 20 Cross-Border Payment Providers (With Comparison Table) Discover the top 20 cross-border payment providers that streamline global transactions with multiple gateways, low processing fees, and other billing solutions. 2024.12.02Duke Vu · 22 minNEWS ](/top-cross-border-payment-providers) November · 20241 entry - [ № 326 2024.11.06Latest ### 10 Best Subscription Management Software in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) See the 10 best subscription management software of 2025, offering recurring billing, automated workflows, and real-time reporting for your SaaS operations. 2024.11.06Duke Vu · 16 minNEWS ](/best-subscription-management-software-saas) October · 20247 entries - [ № 327 2024.10.21Latest ### The 20 Best Website Builders For Your SaaS in 2025 Discover the top 20 website builders for SaaS in 2025. Compare features, pricing, pros, cons, and ratings to find the ideal no-code platform for your business. 2024.10.21Maja Wiewióra · 18 minGuides ](/free-website-builder-for-saas) - [ № 328 2024.10.15 ### 6 Best PayPro Global Alternatives in 2025 (Features, Pricing) Discover the 6 best PayPro Global alternatives in 2025. Compare pricing, and key features, and find the right payment and billing platforms to boost revenue. 2024.10.15Duke Vu · 14 minNEWS ](/paypro-global-alternatives) - [ № 329 2024.10.13 ### 7 Best Chargebee Alternatives in 2025 (Pricing, Features Comparison) Learn and compare 7 top Chargebee alternatives with simpler interfaces, easy onboarding, and flexible pricing to streamline your billing and payment processes. 2024.10.13Maja Wiewióra · 13 minGuides ](/7-best-chargebee-alternatives-in-2025-pricing-features-comparison) - [ № 330 2024.10.10 ### 6 Best FastSpring Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) See the 6 best FastSpring alternatives for SaaS businesses with low processing fees, customizable checkouts, 250+ payment methods, and global tax compliance. 2024.10.10Maja Wiewióra · 13 minNEWS ](/fastspring-alternatives) - [ № 331 2024.10.07 ### Top 7 Shopify Alternatives in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) Discover the top 7 Shopify alternatives for 2025. Compare platforms like Fungies, Sellfy, Shift4Shop, and more to find the best solution for your business. 2024.10.07Maja Wiewióra · 14 minGuides ](/shopify-alternatives) - [ № 332 2024.10.07 ### 8 Best Payhip Alternatives for Digital Creators in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) Creators commonly pick Payhip as the e-commerce platform where you can sell digital products directly to consumers, but for developers and creators, it can feel limited for various reasons such as: It has a basic storefront: Payhip only offers basic customization for storefronts. Digital creators need advanced customization options such as branding elements or flexible 2024.10.07Adrian Schenberg · 14 minNEWS ](/payhip-alternatives) - [ № 333 2024.10.04 ### 7 Best Gumroad Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Top 7 Gumroad Alternatives: Boost Conversions, Cut Transaction Fees 2024.10.04Duke Vu · 14 minNEWS ](/gumroad-alternatives) September · 20244 entries - [ № 334 2024.09.25Latest ### A great list of VC funds investing in startups The basics of Fundraising for Startups is pretty simple: Connect early with VC’s and keep them updated Meeting VC’s early and keeping them updated is key to successful startup fundraising 2. Treat it like a jam-packed Sales Process Fundraising is just like a longer Sales Process 3. Prepare all your fundraising tools ahead of the 2024.09.25Maja Wiewióra · 2 minNEWS ](/a-great-list-of-vc-funds-investing-in-startups) - [ № 335 2024.09.24 ### Top 10 LemonSqueezy Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Discover the top LemonSqueezy alternatives for better payment processing. Compare key features, pricing, and find the right platform for your needs. 2024.09.24Duke Vu · 15 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-alternatives) - [ № 336 2024.09.20 ### 10 Best Paddle Alternatives (Tried, Compared, Winner Revealed): 2025 Review Discover the 10 best Paddle alternatives for billing solutions, offering flexible pricing and features for SaaS and game developers. 2024.09.20Maja Wiewióra · 15 minGuides ](/paddle-alternatives) - [ № 337 2024.09.17 ### The Vital Role of Sales Tax Compliance in SaaS Business Success As a SaaS (Software as a Service) business owner, ensuring sales tax compliance is a critical responsibility that can significantly impact your company’s success and growth. Failure to collect and remit sales taxes can lead to severe consequences, including hefty fines, legal issues, and reputational damage. In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore the importance of sales tax compliance, the consequences of non-compliance, and the steps you can take to stay on top of your tax obligations. 2024.09.17Duke Vu · 10 minGuides ](/saas-tax-merchant-of-record-compliance) August · 20247 entries - [ № 339 2024.08.30Latest ### SaaS Pricing Models and Strategies: How to Price a SaaS Product Find out how to price your SaaS product accurately by learning about various pricing models. Get tips on how to choose the right model for your product. 2024.08.30Duke Vu · 15 minGuides ](/saas-pricing-models-and-strategies-how-to-price-a-saas-product) - [ № 340 2024.08.29 ### Top 10 Best Subscription Billing Platform Providers Subscription billing platforms have become essential tools for businesses offering recurring revenue models. These platforms automate the complex process of managing subscriptions, payments, and customer data. With so many options available, it can be challenging to choose the right one for your business. In this article, we’ll compare the top 10 best subscription billing platform 2024.08.29Adrian Schenberg · 6 minGuides ](/top-10-best-subscription-billing-platform-providers) - [ № 346 2024.08.11 ### Ultimate Guide to SaaS Subscription Management Learn how to master SaaS subscription management with our guide. Explore different subscription models, management strategies, and the best tools. Do you find yourself drowning in a sea of subscription plans, trying to keep track of upgrades, downgrades, and cancellations? If managing subscriptions feels more like a daily struggle than a smooth operation, you’re not 2024.08.11Maja Wiewióra · 12 minGuides ](/ultimate-guide-to-saas-subscription-management) - [ № 347 2024.08.11 ### What is Merchant Of Record: The Ultimate Guide Understand the role and benefits of a Merchant of Record for SaaS companies. Explore key factors in choosing the right MoR and discover top providers. Are you tired of juggling endless payment gateways, dealing with global taxes, or worrying about compliance issues? If you’re a SaaS business owner, you’ve probably faced these headaches more times 2024.08.11Adrian Schenberg · 9 minNEWS ](/what-is-merchant-of-record-the-ultimate-guide) - [ № 348 2024.08.01 ### What Is Software Gross Margin: Boosting SaaS Profitability and Attracting Investors Learn about software gross margin, its importance, and how to improve it for your SaaS business. Enhance profitability and attract investors with key strategies. Do you wish you had a clearer idea of how well your company is doing financially? If you want to make your software more profitable and attract investors, you need to 2024.08.01Adrian Schenberg · 10 minGuides ](/what-is-software-gross-margin-boosting-saas-profitability-and-attracting-investors) - [ № 349 2024.08.01 ### What is ARR: Understanding and Boosting Annual Recurring Revenue for SaaS Businesses Learn what Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) is, its importance for SaaS businesses, and how to accurately calculate and boost ARR. Ever wonder how companies like Netflix or Spotify make money consistently every month, year after year? If you want to skyrocket your business’s steady income and impress investors, you need to know about Annual Recurring 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 10 minNEWS ](/what-is-arr-understanding-and-boosting-annual-recurring-revenue-for-saas-businesses) - [ № 350 2024.08.01 ### Understanding MRR: The Building Block of Subscription Businesses Learn how Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) helps predict income and grow your SaaS business. Discover effective strategies to boost MRR and reduce churn. understanding-mrr–to-boost-subscription-business Do you want to boost your Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) and reduce customer churn? Are you struggling to predict your subscription business’s future income? Well, You’re in the right place. Monthly 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 12 minNEWS ](/understanding-mrr-the-building-block-of-subscription-businesses) May · 20243 entries - [ № 358 2024.05.31Latest ### Zombie.io Mobile Game Monetization Methods and Strategies Fighting for market share in the increasingly crowded mobile games industry is a lot like trying to survive a zombie apocalypse, so it’s fitting that the game we’re covering today features that familiar scenario. This is Zombie.io, the latest title from the Chinese mobile game studio Joy Net Games, the makers of the respectably popular 2024.05.31Duke Vu · 9 minGame Reviews ](/zombie-io-mobile-game-monetization-methods-and-strategies) - [ № 361 2024.05.16 ### Strategies for Mobile F2P Monetization: Successful Implementations Introduction The mobile free-to-play (F2P) model has revolutionized the gaming industry, offering players the opportunity to access games for free while generating revenue through various monetization strategies. This model has been particularly effective in mobile gaming, where developers have creatively employed a range of tactics to drive revenue. This article delves into the most effective 2024.05.16Dawid Woźniak · 7 minGuides ](/strategies-for-mobile-f2p-monetization-successful-implementations) - [ № 364 2024.05.02 ### Digital Markets Act and its implications on Google & Apple Duopoly: Everything Simplified The European Union is popular for its toughest and the most strict enforcement of competition laws against Tech Giants. Known for its stringent privacy regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the EU continues to push the boundaries with new legislation. The latest addition to this regulatory arsenal is the Digital Markets Act (DMA), 2024.05.02Duke Vu · 15 minGuides ](/digital-markets-act-and-its-implications-on-google-apple-duopoly-everything-simplified) April · 20241 entry - [ № 365 2024.04.30Latest ### Best tips and tricks for ASO – App Store Optimization App Store Optimization is the process of optimizing an app or game to get more visibility on google play store and on app store. App Store Optimization (ASO) is the process of optimizing various elements of your app’s listing on app stores to improve its visibility, increase organic traffic, and maximize downloads. In today’s highly 2024.04.30Duke Vu · 15 minGuides ](/best-tips-and-tricks-for-aso-app-store-optimization) March · 20242 entries - [ № 366 2024.03.25Latest ### Monopoly GO!: A Masterclass in User Acquisition, Monetization, and Player Psychology A Tale of Two Billion Dollars In the bustling realm of mobile gaming, where titles rise and fall with the fickle tides of player preferences, Monopoly GO! has emerged as a beacon of enduring success. Adapted from the iconic board game that has graced countless living rooms for generations, Monopoly GO! has transcended the physical 2024.03.25Duke Vu · 9 minGuides ](/monopoly-go-a-masterclass-in-user-acquisition-monetization-and-player-psychology) - [ № 367 2024.03.24 ### How to grow a community around your indie game Building a game is tough. Marketing is a skill that most game developers, skilled primarily in art or code, do not come equipped with. Creating a community for your indie title, however, will be surprisingly uplifting, rather than being a tax on the energy and time commitment you have for the game! Why organize a 2024.03.24Maja Wiewióra · 10 minGuides ](/how-to-grow-a-community-around-your-indie-game) October · 20231 entry - [ № 389 2023.10.08Latest ### EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) Targets Tech Titans: Here’s What You Need to Know EU’s European Commission designates six tech giants as ‘gatekeepers’ under the DMA, intensifying scrutiny on their digital services for a fairer digital market. 2023.10.08Maja Wiewióra · 9 minKnowledge ](/eu-digital-markets-act-dma-targets-tech-titans-heres-what-you-need-to-know) September · 20231 entry - [ № 396 2023.09.25Latest ### Unity’s Response to Community Concerns: Addressing the New Pricing Plan Explore Unity’s response to game developers’ concerns and their journey toward trust and collaboration amidst recent pricing changes. 2023.09.25Maja Wiewióra · 7 minNEWS ](/unitys-response-to-community-concerns-addressing-the-new-pricing-plan) February · 20232 entries - [ № 432 2023.02.04Latest ### Web 3 Business Opportunities – is there money in this? In the previous article, we took a look at the history of the Internet and the phases it’d been through. We examined the arguments why a lot of people feel the need to change something about how it looks now. All those reflections highlighted the reasons behind the growing interest in web3. But how exactly 2023.02.04Duke Vu · 7 minGuides ](/web-3-business-opportunities-is-there-money-in-this) - [ № 433 2023.02.04 ### What’s Web3 and why its future is promising? It all started with Bitcoin. Then came blockchain, cryptocurrencies, crypto industry, NFTs, and now everyone seems to be talking about web3. Are those only buzzwords, or is there more to it? What the heck is this web3, and how it’s connected with blockchain and crypto? This post is here to help you start the journey 2023.02.04Maja Wiewióra · 7 minGuides ](/whats-web3-and-why-its-future-is-promising) December · 20221 entry - [ № 436 2022.12.24Latest ### Gaming commerce or g-commerce: will it be bigger than e-commerce? There’s no question that e-commerce has revolutionized the way we do business. But could game commerce, or G-commerce, be even bigger? G-commerce refers to the buying and selling of goods and services within a game environment. And with the popularity of games like Fortnite and Minecraft, it’s not hard to see how this could become 2022.12.24Maja Wiewióra · 7 minNEWS ](/gaming-commerce-or-g-commerce-will-it-be-bigger-than-e-commerce) § End of file [Browse the full archive →](https://fungies.io/latest-news-blog/) ## Stop reading about it. Start selling. Everything we write about — tax, payouts, checkout, recovery — is already handled the moment you open an account. No card, no contract, no setup fee. [Start free](https://app.fungies.io/register) [Book a demo](https://calendly.com/duke-vuh/fungies-io-demo-clone) No upfront costs. 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