New data released by CivicScience indicates that almost 70 percent of gadget users unplug from their electronic tethers once a week or less. Some users can’t ever get quite that much distance, almost half (43 percent) report that “unplugged” is not something that ever occurs...
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Much debate on cryptocurrencies has gone on over the past few years, driven by the cult-like following of Bitcoin and the general transaction anonymity most of the so-called virtual currencies support that has led on occasional to illicit use. In fact, many countries, cities and...
Heartland Payment Systems may not be turning over a new leaf, but it’s finished taking over an old one. Heartland has announced that it acquired 100 percent of mPOS tablet maker Leaf. Last year, Heartland bought a majority stake in Leaf for $20 million. It...
Intrepid travelers longing for the days when they can hop a flight Uber-style—powered only by their cell phone and a spontaneous nature—likely have some more yearning time ahead of them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...
PayPal has started contacting its customers touting a feature called Pay After Delivery, which puts a new twist on its payment system. PayPal is pitching it as letting shoppers “get your items before you pay at no extra cost.” Get the Full Story Complete the...
The business travel itinerary is no longer limited to the already developed world, and while European and American markets are still growing, B2B travel in BRIC countries is growing faster. According to a recent report released in August 2014 from Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) and...
There’s no question that virtual currencies such as Bitcoin have traditional payments regulators upset, given the relative transaction anonymity they bring to the table. Moreover, they continue to be a risky venture for consumers, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau noted earlier this week, the first...
Local search engine site Justdial, which last year launched its Search Plus service to support product or service sales for its vendors, is reportedly planning to add micropayments into the mix. Such smaller payments similarly would be supported by the platform, just as any online...
