The way things have always been done could be harming firms in the long run. That’s because in an era where technological advancements are transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, businesses that continue to rely on paper checks and other manually driven processes are inadvertently...
With consumers disproportionately turning to eCommerce channels to get their pet supplies — and willing to pay a premium to do so — Butternut Box is bringing in funding by the hundreds of millions. The United Kingdom-based direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand, which sells dog food subscriptions, announced Monday...
Boost Payment Solutions and Esker have partnered to fully automate virtual card processing for accounts receivable (AR) departments. The collaboration seeks to streamline payment reconciliation and eliminate manual efforts, offering greater efficiency and simplicity to the virtual card acceptance process, the companies said in a Tuesday (Sept. 5) press...
Payments firm ThetaRay has raised $57 million to boost its financial crime detection capabilities. The growth round, announced Tuesday (Sept. 5), was led by Portage and will allow ThetaRay to accelerate its global growth plans. “Global payment infrastructure too often fails to accurately differentiate between perfectly legitimate transactions...
Preferences for the best digital banking experience remain uncertain, leading to tied scores and the presence of both new and returning names in PYMNTS’ Provider Ranking of Digital Banking Apps. As a result, the current Top 10 ranking includes 11 apps. The Top 5 Tying for...
PayU India has introduced new tools to help businesses address various payment challenges. The online payments company’s CommercePro stack, announced Tuesday (Sept. 5), is designed to help merchants deal with issues like cart abandonment and scalability troubles. “This comprehensive toolkit, fueled by Indian innovation and technology built out...
Microsoft and Apple are reportedly protesting their classification as “gatekeepers” under new European tech regulations. As the Financial Times (FT) reported Monday (Sept. 4), the tech giants’ fight with the European Union (EU) is happening as that body prepares to publish services regulated under its Digital Markets Act (DMA). Under...
Luxury retailers have established a reputation for their exclusive and upscale offerings, catering to a limited clientele characterized by discerning preferences and substantial financial resources. Their primary emphasis on premium goods distinguishes them from affordable retailers, yet it also presents distinct challenges, including lower conversion...
Property management always has a flurry of activity in the background. Landlords employ and contract with a variety of vendors and suppliers to keep things running smoothly, the grounds maintained, the sinks and toilets unclogged. Tenant turnover — where one renter leaves and another moves...
