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Affinity Startup Creates Fashion Site
December 02, 2016

Former Google employee Abigail Holtz is looking to help shoppers discover the right apparel with her new startup Affinity, which offers a “Pandora for fashion” type functionality. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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El Pollo Loco’s App Serves Up Online Ordering
December 02, 2016

Fire-grilled chicken chain El Pollo Loco announced the launch of its new mobile app and online ordering platform on Thursday (Dec. 1). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Data Enablers: Quotient Tech Changes Name
December 02, 2016

Many companies go through name changes. Google was originally called BackRub. Nissan was formerly Datsun. And Accenture was previously known as Andersen Consulting. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz To Resign In 2017
December 02, 2016

Starbucks announced a new leadership structure on Thursday (Dec. 1) that it said will help to usher in a new wave a digital growth. As of April 3, 2017, the company’s longtime CEO and Chairman Howard Schultz will step down from his role and will...

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Gilt Pop-Up Shop Sets Sail On Celebrity Cruise Line
December 01, 2016

Gilt is taking a new path into the physical 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 this...

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Omnichannel Lures Thanksgiving Shoppers
December 01, 2016

Retailers are getting a sustained lift from omnichannel initiatives beyond the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Internet Retailer reported. 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...

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Verint Acquires OpinionLab For VoC Solutions
December 01, 2016

Customer engagement optimization solutions provider Verint recently announced its acquisition of OpinionLab, a provider of continuous voice of the customer (VoC) listening solutions that drive smarter, real-time customer engagement in the digital space. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Netflix Will Let Consumers Download Their Shows
December 01, 2016

Netflix had an early Christmas present on offer for anyone who has ever been deep into a binge when they were forced to suddenly be someplace where streaming isn’t an option. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Adidas Is Using Retail Stores To Change The Way We Run
December 01, 2016

Adidas is going big with its New York opening. Just outside of Times Square, the massive brick-and-mortar commerce hub is about a little more than the sneakers the German company is best known for. Across its several stories, the store features a cold-press juice bar,...