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Indians Make A Run On Jewelry Stores As Two Currencies Disappear
November 09, 2016

Starting today (Nov. 9), high-denomination Indian notes will be withdrawn from India as the government moves to clamp down on corruption in the country, prompting a rush on jewelry stores in the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Russia Wants To Create A Payment System That Works With China
November 07, 2016

Russia is reportedly aiming to create a mutually compatible payments system with China in an effort to reduce the risk of more sanctions from the West, reported Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority Grants Eight SVF Licenses
November 07, 2016

PayPal Hong Kong and seven more issuers received stored value facility licenses from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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Copenhagen Banks On Livability For Tech Success
November 04, 2016

Denmark has gained quite a reputation for supporting an overall positive business environment and fostering creativity and innovation – all of which have contributed to its capital city attracting the attention of global startups. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

UK Court Says Parliament Must OK Brexit
November 03, 2016

No Brexit for you. Or maybe there will be. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form,...

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Alipay Expands Global Footprint
November 01, 2016

As reported by The Wall Street Journal, the financial arm of China’s Alibaba Group, Alipay, is looking to create partnerships in areas as diverse as the United States and Europe. The goal is to build a platform of payments across the globe. The newest link...

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Facebook Fails To Acquire Snow, Asian Snapchat-Like Service
October 31, 2016

The social giant unsuccessfully made a bid to purchase Snow, a similar service to social platform Snapchat, from Korean firm Naver. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Why Vancouver Is A Magnet For Tech Talent
October 28, 2016

Vancouver may not be the largest city in Canada, but it packs a mighty startup punch. The city has earned top rankings for its startup ecosystem, passion for green living and supporting a thriving job economy.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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On-Demand Marketplaces’ New International Playbook
October 28, 2016

Barriers to entry stymie even the best on-demand marketplace's international expansion, Hyperwallet SVP Michael Ting told Karen Webster. Ting offers new insight on why these firms need local strategies as they broaden their reach.