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Western Union Reactivates Service In Greece
July 07, 2015

Banks in Greece remain closed for the second week in a row — a measure that could extend into early next week — but Western Union is back in business. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

B2B Payments
Ferreting Out Suppliers’ “Dirty Little Secrets”
July 07, 2015

Three separate events last week reminded me that every spend category has its “dirty little secrets.” Suppliers can exploit these “dirty little secrets” to squeeze a little more from buyers than buyers bargained for. Not all of these secrets are nefarious, but all reflect the...

B2B Payments
Investors Back Indonesia’s B2B eCommerce Push
July 07, 2015

Investors have pumped funds into a Southeast Asia startup that offers an online marketplace for the B2B world, reports said Monday (July 6). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

UK Alt-Lenders Have Some Work To Do
July 07, 2015

The U.K. has only just implemented new legislation aimed at increasing small businesses’ access to financing, whether through traditional banks or alternative lenders. But already, the effects of government efforts appear to be materializing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Google Glass’ Comeback Headed Our Way
July 07, 2015

For months, analysts have been jabbering about how wearable technology is likely to be a big hit with enterprise users – perhaps even more so than with consumers. Google Glass is a prime example of this prediction. While the clunky gadget bid the market farewell...

LSQ Secures $40M For Invoice Financing
July 07, 2015

Small businesses have always struggled to secure sufficient working capital to survive, and that struggle has led to the explosion and diversification of the alternative lending industry. One breed of alternative lenders that has gained traction in recent years is receivables financing, which sees a...

Credit Unions Try To Lure Business Borrowers
July 07, 2015

Businesses may soon be enticed to turn to a credit union the next time they are in need of working capital. According to reports, the National Credit Union Administration has proposed rule changes that would make it easier for credit unions to loan to businesses....

The Global Worries Of India’s Corporate Treasurers
July 07, 2015

Corporate treasurers are expected to maintain their business’ finances, and thus are naturally concerned about the financial health of their company. But new research shows that corporate treasurers’ financial concerns extend far outside the corporate walls. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

PayPal’s Xoom Deal Hits Potential Shareholder Snag
July 07, 2015

Just three business days after PayPal announced it will acquire international money transfer provider, Xoom, for $890 million in an all cash deal, an investigation into the deal has surfaced.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...