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Security & Fraud
Spora, Newly Discovered Ransomware, Causing Problems
January 13, 2017

A new ransomware variant dubbed Spora was recently spotted and, because of its advanced features, can cause problems for the solutions that are designed to protect against the ransomware. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Security & Fraud
Underinsurance Leaves Shippers Exposed To Cybercrime
January 13, 2017

There’s an insurance gap that may be increasing the cybersecurity threat facing shipping companies. 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...

Partnerships / Acquisitions
Groupon Gains On Alibaba Takeover Rumors
January 13, 2017

Shares of daily deal website operator Groupon gained in trading Thursday (Jan. 12) on unconfirmed rumors of a takeover offer. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Alternative Finances
The Power Of POS Financing
January 13, 2017

For those who eat, breathe and sleep payments and commerce, talking about various retail channels makes all the sense in the world. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

B2B Payments
CSI globalVCard Incubator Calls For More B2B Payments Innovation
January 13, 2017

CSI Kick Start, a FinTech incubator operated by corporate payments company CSI globalVCard, said it has officially kicked off its second year of searching out B2B payments innovators. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

B2B Payments
B2B Investors Go Big In Alt-Lending
January 13, 2017

The alternative lending industry continues to scoff at doubters, and the latest B2B venture capital roundup suggests confidence is growing in the space — and not just in the U.S., either. Last month was a booming time for alternative lending when top names, like BlueVine,...

Retail
CloudTags: Digital Insight In Physical Stores
January 13, 2017

They say that knowledge is power — and for physical retailers, it is a matter of survival. 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...

B2B Payments
SWIFT Now Looking At Blockchain For Interbank Payments
January 13, 2017

Financial messaging firm SWIFT made its first public embrace of blockchain technology last year with a whitepaper exploring the use of the technology for smart contracts. Now, it seems the company is taking the next step in adopting blockchain for real-world uses. Get the Full...

B2B Payments
Mobile Devices Gain Steam Among B2B Buyers
January 13, 2017

The enterprise has struggled to adopt the mobile device in a way that is secure and efficient, especially when it comes to areas of finance like procurement and payments. Last year, a report by TSYS and the NAPCP found that B2B mobile payments continue to...