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The good news about living in a flat world is that it is increasingly connected and accessible — a big opportunity for merchants, consumers and financial institutions (FIs) alike. However, where there is opportunity, there are challenges. Consumers who get more, want more — which...
Everyone wants to rule the data world, but — as Gerhard Oosthuizen, CTO at Entersekt, recently pointed out — it’s not just about having the data; it’s about knowing how to use it. FinTech companies are warming to this idea as they realize it’s easier to...
Though ubiquity is talked up as a goal, for smartphones in the U.S., it has already achieved destination status as 80 percent of American adults use one. But could they be using them better? The data says yes — and that consumers are only just...
More than half of all drivers think they are better than average at driving — a fact that mathematical possibility cannot approve. Some of those people are certainly wrong but, though it is fun to judge, the fact is that knowing what one doesn’t know...
It’s Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer, and Americans are celebrating by staying cool by the pool or shore. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....
Consumers want convenience; in fact, they demand it. Instead of running to the grocery store, consumers are subscribing to meal kits for dinner and Amazon for paper towels. “Netflix and chill” has moved beyond a marketing catchphrase into an actual lifestyle — albeit one that...
The transition of the banking world to digital has been good for customers, who, on average, check in with their mobile banking providers at least once a week. Capturing consumer interest is a good thing, but it often comes at a cost. Fraudsters flock to places...
In commerce, as in life, timing is everything. Show the right user the right Facebook offering at the right moment, and many will make a purchase without leaving the site. But getting context right is the tricky part. Trust is key, and it’s not always easy...
