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PayPal Revives Augmented Reality Glasses Shopping Patent
April 30, 2018

PayPal is reviving an old patent that focuses on augmented reality shopping in which virtual information would appear over real products in stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Britain’s $2B Royal Commerce Boon
April 28, 2018

Spring has been called the season of renewal — new birth and new life — and it doesn’t get much better than the announcement of a marriage and a birth to drive home the cliche. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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China’s ‘Little Red Book’ Seeks $200M Investment
April 27, 2018

As it seeks to speed up its eCommerce expansion, China’s Xiaohongshu or “Little Red Book” is seeking new funding. According to people familiar with the matter, Xiaohongshu wants to raise at least $200 million at a valuation of over $2.5 billion, Business of Fashion reported....

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In-Store Kiosks A Sign Of QSR Innovation
April 27, 2018

There’s a rule of thumb at fast food and quick-serve restaurants (QSR): a seven-second reduction in customer wait time results in an average 1 percent gain in market share. Achieving those mission-critical seconds has never had more options, with the QSR industry in the midst...

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US Government Could Scrutinize US/Chinese Tech Partnerships
April 27, 2018

The alliances between U.S. and Chinese companies in the area of artificial intelligence (AI) could receive greater scrutiny by the U.S. government, which could threaten practices that have long been the standard for technology companies. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Pretzel-Themed Clothing Is Coming (Thanks Auntie Anne)
April 27, 2018

There are many ways to celebrate a 30th birthday, and Auntie Annie’s — purveyor of hot pretzels at malls nationwide — has decided that instead of an ill-conceived tattoo or a wild new haircut, the company will instead be releasing a clothing line all their...

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Starbucks Plans To Step Up Digital Marketing Efforts
April 27, 2018

Starbucks saw strong growth in its loyalty program and mobile transactions over its second fiscal quarter of 2018, the company announced ahead of its earnings call. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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DriveTime Used Car, Rolls Out Auction App
April 27, 2018

To simplify car auctions, DriveTime unveiled a new mobile app dubbed Buyonic. The app seeks to streamline, automate and reinvent the auction purchasing process, the company said in an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Spendindie Plans To Be ‘Amazon’ For Mom-And-Pop Shops
April 27, 2018

The majority of American consumers report they want to shop local and boost businesses they feel strongly about in their home community. But the reality, according to Spendindie Founder and CEO Thad Beversdorf, is that wanting it and doing it are very different things. Get...