Amazon To Control 68 Percent Of Smart Speaker Market In 2017

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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