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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,...

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Fifth Third President Taking Over CEO Reins
July 09, 2015

After eight years of service at Fifth Third, CEO Kevin Kabat has decided to retire at the age of 58, according to the company’s statement. Greg D. Carmichael, current president and chief operating officer, will become president and chief executive officer as of November. Shares...

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The Changing Motives Behind Cybercrime
July 09, 2015

Symantec warns in a report published yesterday (July 8) that a new group of criminal hackers — dubbed the “Morpho” group — is driven by quick financial gains, attacking multibillion-dollar companies such as Twitter, Facebook, Apple and Microsoft, which have all publicly acknowledged the attacks....

Major Grocery Store Chain Heads For IPO
July 09, 2015

Albertsons — which includes under its umbrella Safeway, Acme and Jewel-Osco — has taken the first step toward becoming a publicly traded company. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Zapper’s mPay Tech Added To Revel’s POS
July 09, 2015

Mobile payment company Zapper and iPad POS platform Revel Systems announced yesterday (July 8) a partnership to bring their mobile payment technology to restaurants. Top features include real-time reporting, inventory tracking, integrated payroll, delivery management, customer relationship management, loyalty programs, digital menu boards, mobile payments, online ordering and gift cards....

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Cash Reigns Supreme For Cybercriminals
July 09, 2015

Cash may be losing its place as a go-to payment method for consumers, but according to the European Union’s law enforcement agency Europol, cybercriminals are revitalizing the use of cash as a preferred method to launder the proceeds of their crimes. Get the Full Story...

MasterCard Adds Priceless Japan To Global Platform
July 09, 2015

MasterCard announced yesterday (July 8) an addition to its Priceless Cities global marketing platform. The newly launched Priceless Japan site offers cardholders access to exclusive opportunities and features of regions across the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Uber’s Competitor In China Raises $2 Billion
July 09, 2015

The chief Chinese ride-sharing competitor to Uber has announced it has raised $2 billion in new funding. 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...

EMVCo Membership Grows With Eight More Members
July 09, 2015

EMVCo, the industry governing body that oversees standards related to the EMV chip cards and payments including tokenization and 3D Secure, said eight new members have joined its consortium. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...