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SoftBank Splitting Off Domestic Mobile Business
March 08, 2016

Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp. said on Monday (March 7) that it will split its mobile business from its overseas operations, which includes a significant stake in U.S.-based firm Sprint, The Wall Street Journal reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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In China, Food (Delivery) For Thought
March 07, 2016

In China, at least, a hero ain’t nothing but a sandwich. 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...

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Adidas Sets Goal For 3,000 More Chinese Stores
March 07, 2016

There’s no bigger vehicle for fear-mongering in retail than scary tales about the downturn of China’s economy. Maybe that’s why Adidas doesn’t seem to have listened to the recent news when announcing its expansion plans for the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Powa Technologies Sold — And Split
March 04, 2016

Powa Technologies, a payments startup based in the United Kingdom, is being carved up. 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...

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Uber’s Pakistan Push And Motorcyle Side Gig
March 04, 2016

Uber is further strengthening its presence in the Southeast Asian region with the launch of its ride-hailing service in Lahore, Pakistan. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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In Africa, eCommerce Is Suddenly Big Bucks
March 03, 2016

In a huge investment coup for an African company, representing one of the largest technology company fundraising tallies on the continent, Africa Internet Group has garnered €225 million from a series of investors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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JD.com’s Sales Growth Offset By Revenue Losses
March 02, 2016

Until last year, it seemed like there was no ceiling the Chinese economy couldn’t simply break through, but as the country’s long-term economic crisis continues, some retailers are seeing their previously impenetrable profit margins dissolving into dust. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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After A Century, Barclays Steps Back From Africa Operations
March 01, 2016

For Barclays, the British bank, it’s stiff upper lip time. 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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Starbucks Brews Up Plans To Launch In Italy
March 01, 2016

Starbucks will grow its global footprint into a new region next year. 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...