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The US Might Need A New Way To Regulate Cryptocurrencies
The US Might Need A New Way To Regulate Cryptocurrencies
February 19, 2018  |  Bitcoin

As the popularity of bitcoin and other digital currencies grows, would it make sense for the U.S. government to create a new watchdog to oversee...

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Indian Banks Could Take $3B Hit From Punjab National Bank Scheme
Indian Banks Could Take $3B Hit From Punjab National Bank Scheme
February 19, 2018  |  International

Indian banks could be on the hook for more than $3 billion thanks to a massive fraud scheme revealed by Punjab National Bank last week....

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Facebook To Confirm Political Ad Buyers Via Snail Mail
Facebook To Confirm Political Ad Buyers Via Snail Mail
February 19, 2018  |  Facebook

Anyone wanting to purchase an election-related advertisement on Facebook’s U.S.-based social media platform will now get a postcard in the mail to verify their identity....

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Alacriti CEO: Voice And The Rise Of ‘Elegant’ Payments
Alacriti CEO: Voice And The Rise Of ‘Elegant’ Payments
February 19, 2018  |  Artificial Intelligence

“Elegant” as a descriptor doesn’t make many appearances in the world of financial services or payments, which tend to favor other terms. “Disruptive” is a common attribute, as is “innovative.” “Cutting-edge,”...

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As Audits Loom, AP Automation Moves To Top Of Mind
As Audits Loom, AP Automation Moves To Top Of Mind
February 19, 2018  |  Payment Methods

You could call accounts payable (AP) the last mile of payments in a way. Or perhaps AP stands for the last mile of automated processes?...

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Mueller Indictment Exposes ID Theft Risks
Mueller Indictment Exposes ID Theft Risks
February 19, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

The Russians are coming. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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The DMV Goes To The Grocery Store
The DMV Goes To The Grocery Store
February 19, 2018  |  Unattended Retail

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Going Mobile To Make Food More Personal
Going Mobile To Make Food More Personal
February 19, 2018  |  Mobile Order Ahead

As the popularity of mobile order-ahead solutions has surged, consumers’ expectations for their QSR have surged too, Matthew Furman, VP of Marketing for Robeks Fresh Juice...

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Why Retail Wishes Every Year Could Be The Year Of The Dog
Why Retail Wishes Every Year Could Be The Year Of The Dog
February 17, 2018  |  Merchant Innovation

Yesterday marked the beginning of the Chinese New Year, and this year it’s the Year of the Dog. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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