Retail

Why Apps Are Last Year’s Mobile Strategy
July 09, 2015

Those of us who spend most of our time watching the payments and commerce ecosystem can end up with a somewhat distorted perception of time. When the majority of what one looks at is what’s next, it can be easy to start getting a little...

Harry’s Flirts With Unicorn Status With $750M Valuation, $75M Funding Pick Up
July 09, 2015

Harry’s, a shaving subscription service a la Dollar Shave Club, has just capped a $75.6 million Series C round that brings its value to an impressive $750 million. The round, led by Wellington Partners, saw involvement from previous investor Tiger Global Management. Get the Full Story...

The Power And Perils Of Personalization
July 09, 2015

While many gallons of ink have been spilled on the magic of mobile in retail, there is actually a one word description that explains much of what mobile can do. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Night Of The Living Mobile Device
July 09, 2015

There are only so many hours in the day, and our mobile devices — while great for multitasking — never really get our undivided attention. That’s why, perhaps without us even noticing, they’re taking over at night.

Urban Methods, Rural Success
July 09, 2015

When you think “successful eCommerce startups,” you think, “the woods of Vermont,” right? You don’t? Well, internet-based grocery wholesaler Wholeshare is doing brisk business in that very place, thanks to its strategy of serving co-ops in the environmentally conscious region.

The Apple Loyalty Factor
July 09, 2015

Just how important is product packaging? Just ask Apple. 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 form,...

Lloyds Testing ‘Tap To Bank’ Tech
July 07, 2015

Lloyds Bank is testing out how the use of NFC and contactless technology can improve the registration process for those setting up mobile banking, instead of the traditional phone call. The authentication process takes less than 20 seconds to complete and reduces failure attempts, Lloyds...

Greece Says No, Amazon Prime Members Say Yes, PayPal Spends Big
July 06, 2015

The burgers have all been grilled, the parades have all been attended and the fireworks have all been shot off. It is time to get back to work. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Will Startups Be Shopping Malls’ Second Act?
July 06, 2015

It’s said that there are no second acts in American politics. Except that’s really not true — just ask Richard Nixon and Teddy Roosevelt. Some even say that Clinton’s second act could happen if his wife, Hillary, wins both the Democratic nomination and the presidency...