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Why The Merchant Countertop Needs A Tech Update
December 05, 2018

So much is changing in retail and payments these days — the seemingly unstoppable rise of mobile, for instance, or the transformation of cars and trucks into traveling commerce enablers, among many other developments — that it can be easy to overlook what’s going on with...

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Instagram Users In India May Get A ‘Buy’ Button In 2019
December 04, 2018

Instagram users in India might be able to shop inside the app next year, according to a report from Mint. 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...

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Are Millennials Really Killing Canned Tuna, Too?
December 04, 2018

The millennial path of destruction allegedly continues, with those young consumers now taking blame for the decline in the popularity of canned tuna — a product that joins a casualty list that already includes diamonds and restaurants such as Applebee’s. (Pretty soon, one suspects, millennials will...

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Walmart Launches Instore Online
December 04, 2018

Walmart announced Tuesday (December 4) a new in-store app that gives Walmart store associates immediate access to Walmart.com, so they can help customers select, order and pay for items right in the store.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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A Room Key Season Pass For Outdoor Adventurers
December 04, 2018

To hit the slopes at more than one resort, skiers can buy season passes that allow them to try out many different properties. Now, lodging companies are looking to apply a similar concept to overnight stays, with perks such as beverages and equipment rentals included....

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How Merchants Are Driving Conversions With Five Features
December 04, 2018

In eCommerce, convenience is the name of the game — and merchants are making it easier for consumers to make the decision to check out. Free shipping, product ratings and reviews, and live sites help can all give consumers the confidence they need to hit...

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Sears’ Home Services Division May Receive Offer From Centerbridge, Ace
December 04, 2018

As the deadline for the initial offers for Sears’ home services business and other assets nears, unnamed sources claim that Centerbridge Partners LP and Ace Hardware Corp may bid on the division. Bidders have until Wednesday (December 5) to make their initial offers, Reuters reported. Get...

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IKEA Unveils Manhattan ‘Planning Studio’ Concept
December 04, 2018

To allow shoppers to discover and purchase products for home delivery, IKEA is planning on opening a new store in Manhattan that has a focus on urban living. The location is dubbed the IKEA Planning Studio and is scheduled to open in the spring of...

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Select Safeway Stores Offer First AI-Powered Medical Clinics
December 04, 2018

Two Safeway stores in the Phoenix area are now offering artificial intelligence-powered medical clinics through a partnership with Akos Med Clinic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....