Founded in 2001, Sterling Payment Technologies specialized in providing secure payment processing solutions primarily for small to medium-sized businesses across the United States. Their services included credit and debit card processing, check guarantee, gift card programs, and integrated point-of-sale solutions tailored to various industries. The company was known for its focus on partnerships with Independent Software Vendors (ISVs). In May 2017, Sterling was acquired by EVO Payments International to expand EVO's integrated solutions division. Subsequently, in August 2023, EVO Payments was acquired by Global Payments, and Sterling's operations and portfolio were fully integrated into the larger Global Payments ecosystem.