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Regulation
Facebook Could Face Challenge To Integrating Messaging Apps In EU
January 29, 2019

Facebook could face challenges by the European Union if it integrates Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger messaging functions, reported  CNBC. 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...

Retail
SharkNinja’s Plan To Capture The UK Vacuum Market
January 29, 2019

In the U.S., SharkNinja has become a well known commodity in a fairly short amount of time. The privately-held appliances brand sells vacuum cleaners under the Shark logo, while its line of food processors, coffee makers, pressure cookers and blenders are sold under the Ninja...

Security & Fraud
Sift: Fraud Prevention Hinders Biz Growth
January 29, 2019

A new report has revealed a “critical disconnect” between fraud prevention and business growth. 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...

Retail
Nordstrom Faces More Brick-And-Mortar Closures
January 29, 2019

While Nordstrom is planning to open two full-line locations this year, the fashion retailer intends to close two locations at the beginning of April. The stores slated for closure include one at The Mall at Wellington Green in Florida and another at Virginia’s MacArthur Center,...

Retail
Toy Sales Stumble In First Holiday Without Toys R Us
January 29, 2019

The toy industry saw a dip in sales during its first holiday season without Toys R Us. 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...

Retail
Giant Food Launches New eCommerce Hub In PA
January 29, 2019

Giant Food is getting set to open an eCommerce hub in Pennsylvania. 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...

B2B Payments
How Intelligent Accounts Payable Is Changing The Face Of The ERP
January 29, 2019

Straight-through processing (STP) is the gold standard for accounts payable (AP) departments. It allows invoices to be received, reviewed and pushed through for payment, all without manual intervention. However, experts have agreed that STP is best for companies without a high level of invoice exceptions. Get the Full...

B2B Payments
In The Middle East, Banks Embrace FinTech
January 29, 2019

Efforts in the Middle East by banks and other financial institutions to embrace FinTech are on the rise. 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...

B2B Payments
Cybersecurity Investments Are Paying Off For GDPR-Ready Firms
January 29, 2019

Cybersecurity can seem an overwhelming challenge to organizations considering the pace of cyber-attackers’ evolution that seems to force cybersecurity solution providers into a perpetual game of catch-up. The cat-and-mouse game is expensive, too: data from Gartner released last year predict businesses will spend $124 billion...