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DOGE Has Terminated 300,000 Federal Credit Cards Following the Implementation of Spending Limits
DOGE, or the Department of Government Efficiency, is in full action, taking significant steps to streamline operations by restricting or fully deactivating Federal credit cards d...
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Point of Sale Technologies to Watch in 2025
As we enter 2025, point-of-sale (POS) systems—the tools businesses use to complete sales transactions—are evolving quickly. Modern POS platforms are no longer cash registers;...
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How AI is Transforming Payments in 2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing digital payment systems, reshaping the industry amid rapid technological advancements. By 2028, global investments in Agentic AI a...
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Restaurant Business Trends for 2025
Nowadays, dining out is not just about having a nice meal; it’s more about a social experience—connecting with loved ones, savoring extraordinary dishes crafted by skilled ch...
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Payment Trends in Healthcare for 2025
Healthcare payments evolve rapidly as technology advances, policies change, and patient expectations grow. In 2025, providers, payers, and patients are all navigating new ways to...
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Square Launches Handheld POS Device
Square is betting big on mobile-native consumers and small-business owners with the launch of its powerful new Square Handheld POS – a sleek, all-in-one point-of-sale device bu...
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Uber Expands Test with Cash Payments
Uber is now letting riders pay with cash, but only its most seasoned, top-rated drivers will get the green light to accept these trips. As Uber tests cash trips, when a veri...
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Affirm, Costco Launch BNPL Partnership for eCommerce
Costco-Affirm partnership to Launch Flexible Buy Now, Pay Later Option for Big-Ticket Online Purchases Costco is making it easier to shop big and pay small, over time....
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Affirm Teams with UATP to Help Travelers Pay Later
Affirm, a leading payment company headquartered in London, has forged a powerful alliance with UATP—the global payment network backed by the world’s major airlines. This Affi...
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