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Affirm’s BNPL Plans Surge As Customer Count Doubles to 7.1 Million

Affirm’s BNPL Plans Surge As Customer Count Doubles to 7.1 Million
Affirm’s BNPL Plans Surge As Customer Count Doubles to 7.1 Million
September 09, 2021  |  Earnings

The fast-growing buy now, pay later (BNPL) provider Affirm exceeded its own expectations Thursday (Sept. 9) as it delivered fiscal fourth-quarter results that showed continued...

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Today in Retail: Peloton Slips Into Private-Label Apparel; Shipt Launches Largest Expansion in 3 Years
Today in Retail: Peloton Slips Into Private-Label Apparel; Shipt Launches Largest Expansion in 3 Years
September 09, 2021  |  Retail

In today’s top retail news, connected fitness giant is launching its own private-label line of apparel, while Shipt is adding close to 1,000 stores and...

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Today in Restaurant and Grocery Tech: Chipotle Taps Influencer Expertise; Hy-Vee Supermarkets Showcase Home Gym Equipment
Today in Restaurant and Grocery Tech: Chipotle Taps Influencer Expertise; Hy-Vee Supermarkets Showcase Home Gym...
September 09, 2021  |  ResTech

Today in restaurant and grocery tech news, Chipotle engages with TikTok influencers to build loyalty, while Hy-Vee adds fitness equipment showrooms to stores. Plus, KanduAI...

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3 Friction Points Slowing the Adoption of Self-Checkout for Grocers
3 Friction Points Slowing the Adoption of Self-Checkout for Grocers
September 09, 2021  |  Retail

Across retail categories, consumers are increasingly opting for self-checkout. At the grocery store, rather than waiting in the same long lines multiple times each week,...

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Binance.US Names Brian Shroder New President
Binance.US Names Brian Shroder New President
September 09, 2021  |  Personnel

Cryptocurrency exchange firm Binance.US has announced Brian Shroder as its new president, a move that will add stability to the company in the wake of...

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Alibaba.com Debuts New Dropshipping Tools, SMB Grants
Alibaba.com Debuts New Dropshipping Tools, SMB Grants
September 09, 2021  |  eCommerce

Alibaba.com is looking to support U.S. small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with the introduction of new dropshipping services and a $500,000 grants program to help...

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HealthTap Bolsters Plan with Free Patient Texts to Primary Care Doctors
HealthTap Bolsters Plan with Free Patient Texts to Primary Care Doctors
September 09, 2021  |  Healthcare

Virtual healthcare provider HealthTap on Thursday (Sept. 9) announced that subscribers can now text with their selected primary care doctors for free, in addition to...

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Varo Bank Raises $510M for Customer Growth, Tech Innovation
Varo Bank Raises $510M for Customer Growth, Tech Innovation
September 09, 2021  |  Investments

All-digital bank Varo Bank has closed a funding round with $510 million, according to a press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Verizon and the NFL Renew Tech Pact With 5G Stadiums and Enhanced Mobile Viewing
Verizon and the NFL Renew Tech Pact With 5G Stadiums and Enhanced Mobile Viewing
September 09, 2021  |  Streaming

In a convergence of forces including the power of 5G connectivity, an obsession with mobile consumer experience and the retooling of live sports venues for...

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