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International
Why Is Jack Ma Borrowing $2 Billion?
September 04, 2015

According to reports in The Wall Street Journal, Alibaba Group Chairman Jack Ma and Vice Chairman Joe Tsai are currently planning to collectively borrow around $2 billion, using their shares in the company as collateral. So far, Credit Suisse Group AG, Goldman Sachs Group Inc....

International
MasterCard’s FinTech Incubator Reaches Global Scale
September 03, 2015

MasterCard is looking to bridge the gap between startups and the global opportunities they seek with the launch of its Start Path Global program. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Net-a-Porter Founder Steps Down Ahead of Merger
September 03, 2015

The founder of online fashion company Net-a-Porter has resigned from that company, even as it prepares to merge with Italian retail firm Yoox Group in a multibillion dollar deal. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

LEGO Builds Up Momentum In Strong 1H 2015
September 03, 2015

To steal a line from “The LEGO Movie:” Everything is awesome. 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...

Europe’s 27 Percent Android-iPhone Summer Switchover
September 03, 2015

In the ongoing battle of the operating systems, Apple is making some headway, at least in Europe, according to a new report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Europe
Why Investors Are Hungry For Food Delivery
September 02, 2015

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In Depth
Time’s (Almost) Up for US EMV Transition, Says Oberthur VP
September 02, 2015

Here we are, with just under a month to go till the EMV liability shift hits -- and U.S. merchants still have a lot of catching up to do. The time for adoption is now, says one Oberthur VP, who shares insight into how other...

Will Wall Street Carnage Hurt Startups?
September 02, 2015

As stocks plunge double digits, and investors fret about China, there’s another group of casualties a-brewing – startups that have flown high as they’ve accessed easy money and enjoyed lofty valuations. Could Wall Street’s tumble result in a steep fall for the youngest and most...

Alibaba Uncorks Tmall Vineyard Direct
September 02, 2015

Alibaba is getting into the wine business. 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, you agree...