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Processor-Agnostic Software vs. Processor-Owned Platforms

Written by James Shepherd | Sep 19, 2025 7:40:23 PM
Should software be processor-agnostic, or is there an advantage when processors own and operate the technology? In this episode, James Shepherd sits down with longtime industry expert Allen Kopelman to unpack the differences, tradeoffs, and future of payments software. They explore how these models impact agents, ISOs, and merchants—and what’s really driving the debate behind the scenes.

Plus, don’t miss the official launch of Stackably, the newest division of Full Stack Payments, on September 29th at 4PM EST. Register now at ccsalespro.com/stack.