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RowanPay Rolls Out Blockchain Network
February 18, 2021

RowanPay has launched a blockchain network, a press release says. 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...

Retail
Cosmopolitan, Klarna Stage Second ‘Hauliday’ Live Online Shopping Event
February 18, 2021

Cosmopolitan Magazine and Klarna, the global payment and shopping platform, will be holding their second “Hauliday by Cosmo x Klarna” virtual shopping event, a press release said. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Retail
Grocery Roundup: Rapid Tests And Investments In Next-Gen Technology
February 18, 2021

As vaccines roll out around the world, COVID-19 testing also continues to become more advanced and more widely available. In the near future, the Kroger grocery chain will serve as a destination for COVID-conscious consumers looking for quick, reliable antigen test results: Upon FDA approval,...

Payment Methods
Marqeta Expands Into Consumer Credit Cards
February 18, 2021

Global card issuing platform Marqeta is growing its business to include consumer credit cards, the company said in a press release on Thursday (Feb. 18). The decision comes on the heels of Marqeta’s confidential filing for an initial public offering (IPO). Marqeta is working with...

Investments
Multifamily PropTech Platform Knock Raises $20 Million For Expansion
February 18, 2021

Property technology firm Knock has raised $20 million to fund its growth and expansion plans, the company announced Thursday (Feb. 18), saying the funding round was led by Fifth Wall. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

B2B Payments
Today In B2B: Paddle Launches B2B SaaS Payments Tool; Xerox Debuts Financial Services
February 18, 2021

Today in B2B payments, Paddle launches a B2B SaaS payments solution, and Xerox debuts its financial services unit. Plus, Google plans business funding support, Ephesoft integrates into Microsoft Power Automate and Cashplus plans a funding initiative. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Partnerships / Acquisitions
TikTok, UFC Strike New Deal For Providing ‘Exclusive’ Fight Content
February 18, 2021

TikTok has inked a multi-year partnership with UFC, the Ultimate Fighting Championship, to provide “exclusive content” and “behind-the-scenes moments.” The mixed martial arts organization first teamed up with the social media platform in 2019. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Retail
Today In Retail: Rent-A-Center Wraps Up Acima Acquisition; Tanger Collects 95 Pct Of Q4 Rents
February 18, 2021

In today’s top retail news, Rent-A-Center, Inc. has closed on its acquisition of Acima Holdings, while Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. announced that it has collected 95 percent of Q4 rents. Also, Batteries Plus has revealed plans to open 50 new retail locations this year....

International
Today In Payments Around The World: KreditBee Lands $75 Million In Series C Round; Lakestar’s...
February 18, 2021

In today’s top payments news around the world, India-based KreditBee has raised $75 million in a Series C round, while Lakestar Founder Klaus Hommels has launched a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Plus, Chinese retail solutions startup DMall is said to be considering a plan...