Amazon To Control 68 Percent Of Smart Speaker Market In 2017
Amazon To Control 68 Percent Of Smart Speaker Market In 2017
October 13, 2017  |  Amazon Technology

Despite the efforts on the part of competitors to reign in Amazon’s leadership in the voice-activated smart speaker market, thanks to the Echo powered by...

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SWIFT Test Demonstrates Positive Potential Future For Blockchain Tech
SWIFT Test Demonstrates Positive Potential Future For Blockchain Tech
October 13, 2017  |  Blockchain / Distributed Ledger

The results are in for an early proof-of-concept test at Swift with six of the cooperative’s member banks. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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The IMF Says It’s Time To Get Serious About Cryptocurrency
The IMF Says It’s Time To Get Serious About Cryptocurrency
October 13, 2017  |  Blockchain / Distributed Ledger

Digital currency is serious business, according to the IMF — and it is time for the world’s banks and banking regulators to get serious about...

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Experts Weigh In: Regaining Consumer Trust In A Post-Equifax World
Experts Weigh In: Regaining Consumer Trust In A Post-Equifax World
October 13, 2017  |  Fraud Prevention

As consumers and businesses scramble to contain the fallout from the massive Equifax data breach, the impact will linger among payments security professionals. Is a...

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Amazon Sizzles, Crypto Fizzles And Humans Win One Against The Machines
Amazon Sizzles, Crypto Fizzles And Humans Win One Against The Machines
October 13, 2017  |  Sizzle/Fizzle

Another full week of ups and downs as Amazon decided that what the world's teenagers need is more shopping options, Russia said no to crypto-currency,  SMB...

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NEW REPORT: Checking Cash Back Checks At The Door
NEW REPORT: Checking Cash Back Checks At The Door
October 13, 2017  |  Disbursements

There are several features that retailer loyalty programs can offer to win over customers, including travel-related rewards and zero APR. But, to really win over...

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For International Property Buyers, U.S. Presents Stable Investment Opportunities
For International Property Buyers, U.S. Presents Stable Investment Opportunities
October 13, 2017  |  Investments

International investors are increasingly attracted to U.S. real estate — to the tune of $153 billion in 2016. The latest PYMNTS.com X-Border Receivables Report, in...

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Chase Crushes Q3 Earnings With Strong Card Spend And Mobile Growth
Chase Crushes Q3 Earnings With Strong Card Spend And Mobile Growth
October 12, 2017  |  Earnings

Banking giant JPMorgan reported results that bested Wall Street estimates on Thursday, buoyed in part by strong growth in its card business and mobile initiatives....

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Google Adds Target To Its Voice-Activated Ecosystem
Google Adds Target To Its Voice-Activated Ecosystem
October 12, 2017  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Aiming to compete better with the likes of Amazon and Walmart, Target announced news on Thursday (Oct. 12) of a new partnership with Google in...

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