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Cross-border Payments
Wise IPO Maps The Digital Transformation Of X-Border Money Movement
July 07, 2021

In an age of stock market debuts across various verticals and listing types, Wise (formerly TransferWise) stands out across the Pond. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Ridesharing
China Forces Removal Of Didi From WeChat And Alipay Apps
July 07, 2021

Chinese regulators forced Tencent’s WeChat messaging service and Ant Group’s Alipay to remove Didi from its app interface and rendered Didi no longer searchable in app stores in the country, CNBC reported on Wednesday (July 7). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Retail
Clothing Conglomerate Authentic Brands Files To Go Public
July 07, 2021

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has filed to go public with its portfolio of over two dozen lifestyle and entertainment brands following a series of high-profile acquisitions over the past several months. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Retail
Back-To-School Shopping Will Provide Test For Virtual Fitting Rooms
July 07, 2021

As shoppers gear up for back-to-school sales and purchase new clothing for a full-year return to the classroom in the coming weeks, one item might be missing from some stores: a physical dressing room. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Retail
CrossFit Adds Former Nike Exec To Strengthen D2C Transformation
July 07, 2021

The self-titled “best known fitness brand in the world” has tapped a former Nike and Starbucks executive to take over the number two spot as the company continues to develop the brand under new ownership. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Retail
Dollar General Aims To Become ‘Health Destination’ With Expanded Product Selection
July 07, 2021

Dollar General intends to grow its healthcare offerings to satisfy more of its shoppers’ needs and turn itself into a “health destination.” The retailer plans to bolster its collection of dental, cough and cold, medical, nutritional, feminine hygiene products and health aids throughout a number of...

Retail
Glossier Notches $80M Amid Digital Shift In Beauty Retail
July 07, 2021

Beauty brand Glossier landed $80 million in a Lone Pine Capital-led Series E funding round, which saw the participation of Thrive Capital, Sequoia Capital, IVP, Index Ventures, and Forerunner Ventures, according to a Wednesday (July 7) announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Banking
Deep Dive: How Offering Real-Time Payments Can Help Merchants Meet Mobile-First Customers’ Needs
July 07, 2021

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eCommerce
Lenbrook Group To Use Digital River’s Services For Global Payments
July 07, 2021

Digital River, an eCommerce enabling firm, has announced that consumer electronics company Lenbrook Group will be using Digital River’s Global Seller Services on its WooCommerce platform. In addition to allowing for a smooth customer experience, the integration allows solutions for payments, taxes, compliance and fraud to be...