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Just 30% of SMBs Have Taken Steps to Automate AP Processes
Just 30% of SMBs Have Taken Steps to Automate AP Processes
October 27, 2021  |  B2B Payments

As more businesses make the shift to fully digital transaction processes, new PYMNTS data suggests concerns about the move to real-time payments are making that...

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Warren Buffett-Backed FinTech Nubank Files Confidentially for IPO
Warren Buffett-Backed FinTech Nubank Files Confidentially for IPO
October 27, 2021  |  IPO

Brazilian FinTech Nubank, which is backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock...

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Today in Retail: Social Media Keeps Spotlight on Shopping; Poshmark Invites Brands to Sell on Platform
Today in Retail: Social Media Keeps Spotlight on Shopping; Poshmark Invites Brands to Sell on...
October 27, 2021  |  Retail

In today’s top retail news, social media companies are continuing to build commerce ecosystems on their platforms, while retailers are emphasizing curbside pickup for consumers...

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Zip Teams With Blackhawk Network To Drive BNPL
Zip Teams With Blackhawk Network To Drive BNPL
October 27, 2021  |  Buy Now Pay Later

Buy now pay later (BNPL) platform Zip (formerly known as Quadpay) is teaming up with branded payments firm Blackhawk Network to enable gift card purchases...

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Apollo Fintech Rolls Out Cross-Border Payment Network
Apollo Fintech Rolls Out Cross-Border Payment Network
October 27, 2021  |  Payment Methods

Apollo Fintech on Wednesday (Oct. 27) announced its bank wire network, Knox Wire, will debut Jan. 15, 2022, and that registrations are now available for...

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QuickNode Raises $35M for Blockchain Development Platform
QuickNode Raises $35M for Blockchain Development Platform
October 27, 2021  |  Investments

Blockchain development platform QuickNode has raised $35 million in Series A funding round to help companies and software engineers integrate with blockchain infrastructure, according to...

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Orange Strikes Confident Tone Despite Drop in Q3 Revenue; MEA Region Remains Strong Growth Driver
Orange Strikes Confident Tone Despite Drop in Q3 Revenue; MEA Region Remains Strong Growth Driver
October 27, 2021  |  Earnings

The latest earnings results for French telecommunications giant Orange, covering its fiscal third quarter as of Sept. 30, showed an increase in customer base, mixed...

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Today in Restaurant and Grocery Tech: McDonald’s Aims to Deepen Customer Relationships; Coca-Cola Takes Cautious View of 2022
Today in Restaurant and Grocery Tech: McDonald’s Aims to Deepen Customer Relationships; Coca-Cola Takes Cautious...
October 27, 2021  |  ResTech

Today in restaurant and grocery tech news, McDonald’s aims to use its loyalty program to get to know the habits of an exponentially greater share...

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Deal Syndication Platform HUBX Raises Additional Funds
Deal Syndication Platform HUBX Raises Additional Funds
October 27, 2021  |  B2B Payments

HUBX, the deal syndication platform for banks and brokerage firms, now has new backing from ACF Investors’ Delta Fund and Mandalore Partners, in addition to...

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