With its global expansion plans, Netflix hopes to bring binge watching to the international stage. While that’s something that most consumers want, there is a potential downside for local economies. In the long run, will the omnipresence of the streaming media titan ultimately help or...
If investment dollars are any indication, it appears the power of the handshake deal — at least in name — is still alive and well in the tech industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
You’ll never guess which day of the year is the biggest day of sales for Guinness. 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...
Regular readers and retail enthusiasts don’t need much of a background explanation for the current troubles facing the emergent on-demand economy. A year ago it seemed that any entrepreneur with an app, a fleet of contract workers and a good or service to deliver to...
It seems almost (but not quite) defunct on-demand delivery service SpoonRocket has gotten a stay of execution, care of a Brazilian firm with global ambitions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...
As the Staples and Office Depot merger continues to struggle to overcome the FTC’s attempts to block the deal, a new player in the drama has emerged: Amazon. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
Since filing for bankruptcy at the beginning of March, Sports Authority has had a rough go of things as it’s attempted to straighten out its finances. Its latest tactic, though, is sure to turn previous allies against them. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
Omnichannel is the clear future of retail — except, perhaps, in the one way that it isn’t. 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...
Zara’s “Ungendered” line certainly seems like a nice idea in theory, but — in light of the public backlash that the retailer has been met with — the ostensibly gender-neutral clothing line has brought to light some key lessons for brands that might not be...
