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Retail Spending Recovers, But What Happens Next?

Retail Spending Recovers, But What Happens Next?
Retail Spending Recovers, But What Happens Next?
June 18, 2020  |  Retail

This week’s 17 percent bounce for retail sales was a welcome bit of good news. Unfortunately, it will not be sustainable nor does it indicate...

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The Historic Push For PPE
The Historic Push For PPE
June 18, 2020  |  B2B Payments

As COVID-19 menaced the world, an acronym known to relatively few — PPE­ — made its way into the lexicon of ordinary people. Personal protective...

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US Jobless Claims Down, But Still Above 1.5M 
US Jobless Claims Down, But Still Above 1.5M 
June 18, 2020  |  Economy

Unemployment claims fell slightly to 1.5 million last week, the 11th consecutive week the jobless numbers have declined, but higher than economists expected, according to...

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Blackhawk, Pollard Banknote Team On Instant Purchase Lottery Tickets
Blackhawk, Pollard Banknote Team On Instant Purchase Lottery Tickets
June 18, 2020  |  Payment Methods

Global payments provider Blackhawk will now work with lottery expert Pollard Banknote in order to let customers buy lottery tickets instantly, a press release says....

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i2c Names BaaS Veteran To New EVP Of Americas Sales Role
i2c Names BaaS Veteran To New EVP Of Americas Sales Role
June 18, 2020  |  Personnel

Digital payment and open banking technology provider i2c Inc. has named Kevin Fox as executive vice president (EVP) of Americas sales to support a formidable...

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Banks Embrace Real-Time Data Connectivity With Third-Party FinTechs
Banks Embrace Real-Time Data Connectivity With Third-Party FinTechs
June 18, 2020  |  B2B Payments

With a focus on expanding functionality for business customers, financial institutions (FIs) this week turned to FinTechs that could facilitate real-time data connectivity and analysis....

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How Data Disruption Is Changing The Way Treasurers Shop For Tech
How Data Disruption Is Changing The Way Treasurers Shop For Tech
June 18, 2020  |  B2B Payments

Corporate treasurers within large enterprises may have the advantage of having relatively more resources to invest in technology, but between high transaction volumes, complex workflows...

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How OverstockArt.com Is Using BNPL To Drive Sales For Homebound Customers
How OverstockArt.com Is Using BNPL To Drive Sales For Homebound Customers
June 18, 2020  |  Buy Now Pay Later

Many consumers confined to their houses are using the time to tackle longstanding home-improvement projects. But economic worries and debt wariness can often keep them...

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US Casinos To Go Cashless, Citing Pandemic Fears 
US Casinos To Go Cashless, Citing Pandemic Fears 
June 18, 2020  |  Payment Methods

U.S. casinos are moving toward cashless gambling to protect customers and staff from the COVID-19 pandemic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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