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Blockchain / Distributed Ledger
Petition Aims To Take The Mystery Out Of Blockchain Custody
July 21, 2016

The blockchain has another link, this time in the legal world. 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. By completing...

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Presidential Candidates Vie For SMB Love
July 21, 2016

After the big conventions, look for small focus from Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton – with an eye on small business. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Merchant Innovation
FB Messenger Hits 1 Billion Users
July 21, 2016

It wasn’t too long ago that smartphone owners had little choice on their texting apps than those that came pre-installed on their devices. Now, though, the space is as crowded as any one out there, but that doesn’t mean a few platforms won’t still rise to...

Mobile Commerce
New York City Cabs To Allow Carsharing Via Apps
July 21, 2016

Carpooling may not be a favorite among commuters who don’t want to share a cab with a complete stranger, but it is a cheaper way to get around and is a big focus of Uber and Lyft. Now, New York City’s yellow taxis are getting...

B2B Payments
Where Lyft Has A Chance At Beating Out Uber
July 21, 2016

Uber for Business is ramping up efforts to gain more ground with corporate travelers. Its rival, Lyft, is doing the same. Have those efforts worked? Today (July 21), T&E firm Certify released its most recent analysis of the popularity of these alternative corporate travel service providers, examining the data...

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SAP Scoffs At Brexit Threat In Q2
July 21, 2016

Brexit may have seemed like a mini economic apocalypse at the time, but as the markets settle down, businesses are beginning to determine the real impact of the U.K. referendum on their bottom lines. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Security & Fraud
Fraud University: Class Is In Session
July 21, 2016

Much like any other successful professional out there, cybercriminals look for a good education and the right connections to get their foot in the door for their dream career. Fraud University may sound like a joke, but it’s just one example of the “bizarro” world...

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For Amex Earnings, The C’s Have It
July 21, 2016

Amex’s continued cost cutting, growth in card billings and promise on the commercial side of the house seemed enough to keep the Ghosts of Costco Past away. More on what CEO Ken Chenault told analysts during the Q2 earnings call.

B2B Payments
ZipBooks Turns To Underwriting With Seed Funding
July 21, 2016

ZipBooks may claim thousands of SMEs as existing customers and may already have a multi-featured small business accounting service in place, but it’s only recently that the company has secured venture capital support. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...