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Digital Banking
When Banking Frustration Closes A Door, An App Opens A Window
December 22, 2016

Goliath, meet David … the digital version of David in the banking world, that is. The December edition of Digital Banking Tracker™ features an interview with Chris Britt, CEO of Chime, who discusses how mobile-first companies are benefiting from consumer frustrations with traditional banks. Plus,...

Security & Fraud
Alibaba Wields Big Data In Fight Against Counterfeits
December 21, 2016

Alibaba is combating the growing threat of pirates and counterfeiters with the help of could computing. 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...

Retail
Walgreens, Rite Aid Selling 865 Stores To Unlikely Buyer, To Finalize Merger
December 21, 2016

In order to meet regulatory requirements for a pending $9.4 billion merger, Walgreens Boots Alliance and Rite Aid announced an agreement to sell 865 Rite Aid locations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Artificial Intelligence
Will AI Be Starbucks’ Secret Weapon To Driving Sales And Growth?
December 21, 2016

Starbucks is using AI to reach its customers in new ways and possibly increase its growth and boost sales in the process. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

The Limited Brand’s Days Could Be Limited
December 21, 2016

After disappointing third quarter financial numbers, clothing retailer The Limited may be be going in another direction. Analysts speculate that layoffs are probable, but an acquisition, bankruptcy filing or a complete shuttering are highly likely. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Data Enablers: Spreadshirt, Data-Driven T-Shirts
December 21, 2016

T-shirts may seem like a simple product, but according to Spreadshirt, there is a ton of hard data and analytics at the core of even the softest shirt. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Retail
Retail Enabler: CashStar Takes Hassle Out Of Giving, Getting, Returning
December 21, 2016

The gift of giving just got a whole lot easier and more digital, thanks to CashStar, a Portland, ME–based prepaid and digital gifting solutions provider. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Walmart Underscoring 6 P.M. Christmas Eve Closing
December 21, 2016

Bucking the trend of staying open later on Christmas Eve, Walmart is underscoring its decision to close earlier this year by two hours. Walmart offers in-store pickups for online orders through 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Retail
German Shoppers Prefer To Buy In-Store
December 21, 2016

A new survey of consumer preferences in Germany by Creditreform Boniversum revealed that, much like the majority of American shoppers, a majority of consumers in Germany prefer do their shopping in-store. Here are some of the key findings. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...