Payments and immediate gratification are becoming joined in ways that reflect the direct and instant trends that have been evident since early last year. A slew of recent account-to-account announcements spotlight how A2A, as it is known for short, can take several paths toward shaking...
In today’s top retail news, Express, Inc. announced a 27 percent drop in comparable sales, while Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. reported that eCommerce demand soared by 104 percent. Plus, Walmart is “doubling down” on its embrace of short video social media platform TikTok. Get the Full...
Today in B2B payments, Western Union Business Solutions collaborates on cross-border corporate payments, while Deutsche Bank invests in corporate treasury automation. Plus, High Radius and Sage pair up for accounts receivable, Revolut Business debuts an expense management solution and J.P. Morgan taps HSBC talent. Get...
Companies looking to file publicly on Shanghai’s STAR board could face stricter rules by Chinese regulators that would include requiring businesses to prove their technological chops. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
In today’s top news in digital-first banking, N26 has joined forces with Dosh on cash-back perks, while SoFi is purchasing a community bank. Plus, J.P. Morgan Chase is closing down its Chase Pay digital wallet. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
On Tuesday (March 9), Target announced its new ‘Favorite Day‘ brand of indulgent foods and beverages. The brand’s 700+ products, which primarily cater to shoppers with a sweet tooth, offer a sugary (and sometimes savory) counterpoint to the retailer’s Good & Gather brand, launched in...
Bike-sharing startup Hello Inc. — formerly known as HelloBike, a survivor of China’s bike-sharing bubble — has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S., Bloomberg reported Wednesday (March 10), citing sources. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...
Some states are moving ahead with their own regulations regarding internet privacy. As proposals for federal action pop up, a congresswoman has put together a bill that would create a national standard — but would forbid states from improving on the U.S. rules. Get the...
The supply chain is where the speed and convenience of digital-first meets the slow going of logistics and last miles. There’s a long (often literal) road that physical goods must travel before they get to merchants’ shelves — or, as is increasingly the case, the...
