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Retail
J.Crew E-Store Leaves Bridal Business At The Altar
November 08, 2016

Although it is credited with being one of the first companies to offer wedding and bridal party dresses online, J.Crew’s e-store is ending its love affair with the bridal business. The company is closing its bridal line, which was among the first of its kind...

Retail
Toys“R”Us Plans Black Friday Shopping Marathon
November 08, 2016

Toys“R”Us plans to get the most out of Black Friday, Chain Store Age reports. 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....

Investments
Priceline Will Be Scaling Back OpenTable
November 08, 2016

Once marked for expansion, Priceline has announced that it will be scaling back the expansion plans for OpenTable some. 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...

eCommerce
Google Shopping Can Save Shoppers Money Over Amazon
November 08, 2016

Everyone thinks Amazon is the way to go when trying to save money, but a new study shows that Google Shopping can be the cheaper route for cost-conscious shoppers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

B2B Payments
B2B Payments’ Is Dotted And Ts Crossed, Securely
November 08, 2016

Recordkeeping can be a knotty business. B2B payments via blockchain can let firms bypass manual certification by auditors and notaries, according to PayStand CEO Jeremy Almond.

Payment Methods
Walmart Pay Expanding Payment Options
November 08, 2016

Reuters reported that Walmart is in talks with several mobile wallet companies to explore offering more payment options for its Walmart Pay app. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Biometrics
Citibank Launches Touch ID Sensor Authentication In Hong Kong
November 08, 2016

Citibank announced Monday (Nov. 7) it launched its Touch ID Sensor authentication service in Hong Kong. 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...

Partnerships / Acquisitions
Dalumi Group Buys Online Luxury Jeweler Zoara.com
November 08, 2016

The Dalumi Group, the Israeli diamond enterprise, announced Monday (Nov. 7) it has bought online diamond and luxury jewelry eStore Zoara.com. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Mobile Commerce
Google Enables Indian Customers To Pay Within Play Store
November 08, 2016

Google is reportedly enabling customers in India to pay directly from their bank account when using the Google Play Store. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....