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US Treasury Eyes Marketplace Lending Practices
July 17, 2015

The U.S. Treasury Department will open a study on the lending practices within the fast-growing online marketplace sector, the agency announced yesterday (July 16). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Google’s ‘Mobilegeddon’ Favored Mobile-Friendly Websites More Than We Thought
July 17, 2015

It seems that when Google changes an algorithm, the web does indeed tremble … eventually. 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,...

The Bitcoin Link Between Greece And Latin America
July 17, 2015

What do Greece and Latin America have in common? 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 this form, you agree...

In Depth
Google’s Earnings Show Mobile Momentum
July 17, 2015

As Google rides the YouTube wave, second quarter results topped Wall Street expectations. That speaks to a continued focus on mobile, and also online to offline conversion

Upstart Scores $35M To Bring Millennials Affordable Loans
July 17, 2015

Online lending platform Upstart secured $35 million in Series C funding and announced yesterday (July 16) it will use the new capital to continue growing its millennial-focused, data-driven services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Plated Dishes on $35M Series B Financing
July 17, 2015

Plated — a New York startup that delivers pre-portioned, fresh and locally-sourced ingredients for designated meals that its customers can cook at home — has raised $35 million in Series B financing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Karmic Labs CEO Sees Dash To Cash Flow Apps
July 17, 2015

Karmic Labs operates at the intersection between payments and Software-as-a-Service. As companies look to streamline operative tasks, there’s been a movement to make reimbursement, among other cash flow applications, easier within an enterprise. PYMNTS spoke with Ryan Weidenmiller, the cofounder and chief executive officer of...

How Much Amazon Sold On Prime Day (A Lot)
July 17, 2015

There are no hard sales numbers yet, but it looks like Amazon Prime Day may be a case of “customers said” vs. “company said.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Swatch Smartwatch Takes On Apple Watch This Summer
July 17, 2015

Swiss watchmaker Swatch is set to announce the launch of its first smartwatch this summer in the U.S., China and Switzerland, the company’s CEO announced yesterday (July 16) – and 20,000 units of the company’s new Internet-enabled wristwatch have already been made. Get the Full...