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Retail
Vacheron Constantin Selling Limited Edition Watch Online Only
February 13, 2017

Shopping for a Vacheron Constantin luxury watch just got easier. Now, all you need is $45,000 and an internet connection. The company announced that it will be selling its latest collection online for the first time in its 262-year history, with the Richemont-owned brand trying...

Security & Fraud
Global Run Of Cyberattacks Linked To North Korea
February 13, 2017

It looks like a wave of cyberattacks targeting FIs in the U.S., Mexico, the U.K. and, most recently, Poland, may originate from the same source as the hack attacks against Sony in 2014. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Investments
Ford Invests $1 Billion In Startup Argo AI
February 13, 2017

Over the last few years, Tesla has been slowly rolling out its autopilot capabilities through various vehicle updates via embedded technology. Through these investments, Tesla has provided a roadmap for other auto manufacturers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Ridesharing
Frenchman Sues Uber For $48M, Claims App Broke Up His Marriage
February 13, 2017

With all the available connected technologies today, consumers are sharing more information with one another. From check-ins at a favorite restaurant to Instagramming a sunset overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge, there aren’t many private moments that go undocumented. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Starbucks Continues Its Expansion Into China With WeChat Promotion
February 13, 2017

Good news for caffeine lovers in China: Starbucks has introduced coffee gifting via WeChat, the country’s top messaging app. The feature arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day, and the promotion’s name — “Say it with Starbucks” — is even a play on words since...

CFPB
Rep. Hensarling Leaked Memo Shows He’s Gearing Up To Weaken CFPB
February 13, 2017

Representative Jeb Hensarling, the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, is gearing up to move ahead with legislation that would greatly weaken the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Security & Fraud
Bank Of England Taps Startup Anomali To Reduce Cyberthreats
February 13, 2017

Anomali, the FinTech startup that was part of the Bank of England’s accelerator program, has been tapped by the Bank of England to help it monitor and reduce cyberthreats. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

B2B Payments
As Treasurers Trade Currency, China’s RMB Slips
February 13, 2017

The Chinese RMB has slipped in international payments usage, according to SWIFT. Analysts say it's an outgrowth of China's central bank policies and offer suggestions on how corporate treasurers can cover liquidity needs tied to the currency.

International
Mint Payments Completes $6M Placement For Southeast Asia Expansion
February 13, 2017

Mint Payments on Friday (Feb. 10) announced it completed a placement of new shares, which it is using to expand in South East Asia’s payments market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...