As more data emerges about e-commerce giant Alibaba in the run-up to its IPO Thursday (September 18), it is becoming increasingly clear the size and scope of the company’s reach Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...
Amazon is formally pulling the plug on it free person-to-person funds transfer service WebPay as of October 13, 2014. 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...
It looks like Apple might have a tougher time jumping into mobile payments than the euphoric press coverage would indicated, since the consumer population seems persistently dedicated to their total lack of enthusiasm for using their phone as a payment method. Get the Full Story...
For those who say there is no e-commerce application for social media the drug dealing population of Instagram stand as a stark, if weird, counter-example. These enterprising black market enthusiasts present a convenient online marketplace for pot, heroine, cocaine and pretty much anything else the...
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Apple’s new smartwatch has divided fashion mavens who may prove pivotal to its broad acceptance, Reuters reported, based on interviews with a range of fashion observers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
Alibaba Group has already received enough orders for its record-breaking initial public offering to cover the entire deal, just two days into its roadshow, Reuters reported on Wednesday (Sept. 10). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...
While Uber and other “ride-sharing” startups are facing increasing regulatory issues, a company called FlightCar just scored $13.5 million to allow people to share their rides — specifically, their cars — instead of parking them at the airport, according to VentureBeat. Get the Full Story...
“The consumer has become the point of sale.” At least that’s the perspective of SecureNet CEO Brent Warrington who offered a very pragmatic – and even sobering - view of omnichannel and a merchant’s ability to capitalize on the opportunity. He sat down with MPD...
