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Goldman Sachs Digital Assets Plans to Separate Its GS DAP® Technology Platform Into an Independent Entity
Goldman Sachs is taking steps to transform institutional trading by implementing blockchain technology. The company announced its plan to spin off its wholly owned technology plat...
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Payment Systems at Risk: “Ghost Tap” NFC Attacks Enable Payment Cash-Out by Criminals
A critical issue is the use of a new method involving near-field communication (NFC) by cybercriminals to withdraw large amounts of money from victims' accounts. This tactic, know...
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Point of Sale Market Outlook for 2025
A point-of-sale (POS) system is an essential tool for your business. It serves multiple functions beyond processing payments. It helps manage inventory, customer interactions, sal...
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Senate Probe Visa, Mastercard Executives Regarding Swipe Fees
At a hearing titled "Breaking the Visa-Mastercard Duopoly: Bringing Competition and Lower Fees to the Credit Card System" on November 19, 2024, the Senate expressed concerns about...
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Payment Trends to Prepare for in 2025
2025 is expected to be an important year for the payments industry, driven by new technologies, evolving regulations, and changing consumer needs. Artificial intelligence (AI) wil...
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Restaurant Holiday Outlook for the 2024 Holiday Season
The holiday season presents a significant opportunity for restaurants to boost customer traffic and sales. Studies show that 66% of consumers prefer catering their entire holiday ...
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Clever Marketing Ideas to Help Your Business Finish Strong in 2024
A successful marketing strategy can result in consistent revenue and long-term growth. However, it’s essential to identify which methods are worth the investment and which may n...
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Retail Shopping Trends for the Holiday Season 2025
The US holiday retail season in 2025 is expected to be dynamic and fast-changing. Consumers, retailers, payment processors, and analysts alike are gearing up for a season inf...
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Retail Shopping Trends for the Holiday Season 2024
For consumers and businesses, the holiday season is an enchanting yet hectic time filled with the excitement of gift-giving, special offers, and holiday cheer. However, it is also...
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