What the Apple Watch means for retail

The much-hyped smartwatch could have a huge impact on mobile wallet adoption and hyperlocal targeting. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 16, 2015

Payments platform Balanced to shutter

Rival payments platform Stripe will absorb about 320 clients from the failed startup. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 16, 2015

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The state of retail operations

Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and fulfillment. 

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Has mobile payment fraud arrived?

Reports of thieves using Apple Pay to pilfer high-end goods shocked many last week. But does this hack have further implications for the future of mobile payments?

By Daphne Howland • March 12, 2015

PayPal acquires Israeli cyber-security firm

The deal comes a week after the payments company, soon an eBay spinoff, bought mobile wallet Paydiant.

By Daphne Howland • March 11, 2015

Consumers want rewards for information: survey

The Accenture survey also found that most consumers want to limit retailers' access to their personal data. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 10, 2015

Square announces free chargeback protection for retailers

The payments company will cover disputes of up to $250 per month at no charge. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 10, 2015

Apple event unveils new products, Apple Pay numbers

Along with disclosing that Apple Pay is now accepted at 700,000 locations, CEO Tim Cook also introduced a new MacBook and the highly-anticipated Watch. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 9, 2015

Apple Pay security questioned by multiple reports

Reports of stolen identities and fraudulent charges reveal a major flaw that will need to be addressed by banks and credit-card companies, experts say.

By Daphne Howland • March 6, 2015

Ingenico announces mPOS dongle for contactless payments

The new payments terminal plugs into the headphone jack of Android or iOS devices.

By Ian P. Murphy • March 4, 2015

PayPal to acquire mobile wallet firm Paydiant

The move comes ahead of the payments unit's split from eBay Inc. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 2, 2015

Costco to replace its AmEx card with Citi, Visa

Costco members will be able to accrue loyalty points using the co-branded Visa card.

By Daphne Howland • March 2, 2015

Samsung Pay to challenge Apple for mobile payments

The new solution will be compatible with 90% of U.S. retailers' terminals.

By Ian P. Murphy • March 2, 2015

Modest introduces new m-commerce platform

The software helps retailers easily integrate m-commerce within their apps. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 25, 2015

Vibes introduces tap-based ad integration for mobile wallets

Mobile marketing company Vibes says that apps like Apple Passbook and Google Wallet are key to solving the mobile ad conundrum.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2015

Google buys Softcard mobile payment technology

Major wireless carriers will ship Android phones with Google Wallet pre-installed. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 23, 2015

Stripe to accept bitcoin payments

The online payments startup could lend the virtual currency some much-needed credibility. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 23, 2015

Judge rules against American Express in antitrust case

More bad news for the credit card company, but good news for retailers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2015

Mobile POS use among retailers to skyrocket: BRP

The survey also found that the amount of retailers supporting NFC payments will grow 350% in the next six months. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 19, 2015

Visa Checkout beefs up security with token technology

The tokens will encrypt information at more than 110 online merchants. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 19, 2015

Samsung enters into mobile payments with LoopPay buy

The acquisition of LoopPay helps Samsung make good on its ambitions to take on Apple Pay.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 19, 2015

Federal benefit programs to support Apple Pay

The payment system will also be available this September for transactions with the federal government, including national park entry fees. 

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 17, 2015

Costco to drop American Express cards next year

The wholesale retailer’s board said it is doing what’s best for its customers. 

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 13, 2015

The real cost of a data breach

Retailers spend lots of money making good on compromised records after a breach. But the erosion of trust could cost them even more. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 12, 2015

Home Depot enhances in-store checkout technology

FIRST Phones bring inventory information and checkout capabilities to sale associates on the floor. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 11, 2015

AmEx promotes Apple Pay with prime time placement

The spot features a retrospective of classic campaigns. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 9, 2015