September 19, 2024
Walmart Takes on Amazon With Earlier Holiday Deals Event

Walmart says it is beginning its holiday shopping offerings earlier than ever. “This year, nearly 50% of consumers will start their holiday shopping as early as August and September, as people...

September 18, 2024
The EU’s Investigation into Microsoft Teams: A Preliminary Assessment

By Christian Bergqvist1   Introduction It came somewhat unexpectedly when DG COMP, EU’s competition arm, issued a Statement of Objection (“SO”)2 in June 2024 to Microsoft for having included Teams...

September 18, 2024
Zuora CEO Warns of ‘Subscription Sophistication’ Gap as Market Matures

When Tien Tzuo coined the term “subscription economy” in 2007, he envisioned a future where consumers would prioritize access over ownership. As the CEO of subscription management platform Zuora, Tzuo...

September 17, 2024
The Linz Shop Aims to Stand Out From D2C Herd...

Company officials at The Linz Shop hope to redefine premium beef delivery by leveraging their history and storytelling. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, the company is transforming its story into...

September 17, 2024
Three Things You Need to Know About Open Payments

Open payments have become a necessity for eCommerce businesses. With more payment options than ever, customers expect the businesses they patronize to accept their preferred methods. No matter how niche...

September 16, 2024
FTC to Use PayPal to Send Refunds in FloatMe Settlement

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will begin sending refunded money via PayPal to consumers it said were harmed by online cash advance provider FloatMe. Consumers who are eligible for a...

September 13, 2024
Adobe’s Firefly AI Hits 12 Billion Generations, Previews Video Creator

Adobe’s Firefly Services are at the forefront of AI-driven innovation, now reaching a significant milestone of 12 billion generations. This achievement highlights Adobe’s strategic focus on enhancing its Creative Cloud...

September 13, 2024
FinTech IPO Index Breaks Even Despite Volatile Trading Week

Economic data remained the key driving force behind stocks this past week, and the FinTech IPO Index was no exception. But despite volatile trading action throughout the group, the Index...

September 10, 2024
Hasbro Reports Positive Back-to-School Season, Optimism for Holiday Shopping Demand

Hasbro reportedly has a positive early read on the back-to-school season and believes its inventory position is strong heading into the holiday season. The company expects its traditional toy business...