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PYMNTS’ 2016 Roundup: Retail Edition
December 30, 2016

There’s no doubt about it. This year has been big for retail — big on change, innovation and some surprises along the way. EMV changed the payments game in the U.S. Consumers flocked to online and mobile commerce, robots rose in food and consumer goods, and brick-and-mortar stayed relevant...

eCommerce’s Demand For Chinese Postal Services
December 30, 2016

While some may be concerned about the fate of postal services, there clearly is demand in China. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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Amazon Robots On The Rise
December 30, 2016

A recent statement from Amazon reveals that the current number of robotic units working alongside people in its fulfillment centers has increased 50 percent since the third quarter of 2015. Today, 45,000 robotic units are in operation in 20 Amazon distribution centers helping associates fulfill...

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Amazon And Its Flying Warehouses
December 30, 2016

In its quest to bring quick, convenient drone delivery to the mainstream masses, Amazon looks to be investigating ways to bring its warehouse fulfillment centers to the sky. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Softbank Lets Trump Take Job Creation Credit
December 30, 2016

Sprint and internet provider OneWeb may have already planned to create a combined 8,000 jobs in the U.S., but Sprint’s parent and OneWeb investor Softbank is happy to give President-elect Donald Trump all the credit as it eyes a merger with T-Mobile. Get the Full...

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Holiday Retail Sales To Hit Highest Since 2005
December 30, 2016

Procrastinators and internet shoppers saved the day this holiday season, transforming what was a slow start into the best holiday season for retailers in years. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Sears Calls In $200M Lifeline Loan
December 30, 2016

Once again, Eddie Lampert, CEO of Sears, is opening up his own wallet to give the struggling retailers a $200 million boost. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Shopify’s Grand Retail Experiment
December 30, 2016

While the shift to the online space is often seen as the great game-changer in retail, Loren Padelford, vice president and general manager of Shopify Plus, said that the change is actually to something more fundamental. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Ebates’ Cash-Back Button Lands On Browsers
December 29, 2016

Online cash-back shopping provider Ebates has a new way to help consumers earn free money. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...