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Regulation
Robinhood Focusing On Compliance In Wake Of SEC Settlement
December 22, 2020

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev told CNBC on Monday (Dec. 21) that his company is focusing on compliance in the wake of a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations that it misled investors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

B2B Payments
Today In B2B: Plastiq Debuts Bank Transfers; JCB Developing Blockchain B2B Payments Tool
December 22, 2020

Today in B2B payments, Plastiq debuts bank transfer functionality, while JCB is reportedly working on a blockchain B2B payment solution. Plus, Freights.com integrates its logistics services into B2B eCommerce platforms, Project44 raises new funding, and J.P. Morgan Chase announces new head of channels. Get the...

Security & Fraud
Authentication Company FakeSpot Says Shopify Is Riddled With Scammers
December 22, 2020

Shopify has seen its revenues surge as the pandemic has pushed consumers to buy more goods online. At the same time, however, the online marketplace has become a hub for scams and counterfeit goods, according to eCommerce authentication service FakeSpot. Get the Full Story Complete...

Loyalty & Rewards
Italian Shoppers Embrace New Cash-Back Program For Credit Card Payments
December 22, 2020

Italian consumers are embracing a new government program aimed at boosting retail sales while tamping down on tax evasion that allows buyers to receive a 10% refund on card payments made in stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
CarMax Earnings Show Healthy Digital-First Automotive Market
December 22, 2020

The automotive market continues to fire on all cylinders despite the pandemic as online and offline sales have either remained flat or trending up for Q3. The latest case for its resiliency comes from CarMax, announcing Q3 earnings on Tuesday (Dec 22) that showed solid...

Retail
Survey: 46 Pct Of Americans Intend To Travel For December Holidays
December 22, 2020

Almost half of Americans (46 percent) intend to travel for the December holidays amid the pandemic, according to press release from online automotive marketplace and solutions firm Cars.com. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Retail
Past Macy’s CEO Foresees More Retail Store Closings In 2021
December 22, 2020

Amid a year in which over 11,000 retail closings have been announced, past Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren foresees that disruption to the retail vertical related to COVID-19 will continue into 2021 and possibly bring about additional closings of stores, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story...

B2B Payments
Plastiq Expands Services With Cash Payments Offering
December 22, 2020

Intelligent payment services provider Plastiq has announced it will allow for U.S. cash to be used on its payments platform, not just credit card payments, according to a press release emailed to PYMNTS. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

B2B Payments
Driving Inclusive, Transparent Supply Chains For SMBs
December 22, 2020

Digitization has opened up the floodgates for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) looking to do business with partners across borders, whether that’s as buyers, sellers, third-party logistics providers or other vital counterparties that keep the international trade wheels turning. Get the Full Story Complete the...