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Mastercard Debuts Framework to Enable Biometric Payments at Retailers Around the World

Retail TouchPoints

Mastercard has launched a new Biometric Checkout Program globally that will enable merchants of all sizes to offer contactless biometric checkout experiences based on facial- or palm-based recognition technology. Customers visiting the pilot stores can enroll with their facial and payment information through the Payface app.

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Merchant knowledge gaps on ecommerce costs need addressing

A1 Retail

By David Jeffrey, Director of Product, Barclaycard Payments. The latest data from Barclaycard Payments shows that 50 percent of our transactions now come through ecommerce, up from 40 percent pre-pandemic. The remarkable rise of digital wallets and payment services. per cent to six per cent – between 2019 and 2020.

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As Retailers Adjust to the Pandemic, Embracing Digital Commerce Doesn’t Have to be Risky

Retail TouchPoints

Brick-and-mortar stores quickly set up online shops, and organizations offered new services such as online checkout, payout or purchasing options. The result was substantial: all North American online retail orders increased by 126% by May 3, 2020. For others, risks were invited in via third parties.

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Monetizing Data Assets is the Lifeline Retailers Need to Restore Growth

Retail TouchPoints

In fact, most retailers are sitting on a mountain of data, but because of concerns over competition, privacy and the lack of a clear market, only small pockets of retail data have been converted into cash flow. And who is making sure their privacy is protected along the way? Who is helping consumers access and use their own data?

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Has retail seen its watershed moment?

365 Retail

2020 was a year like no other, and the shockwaves caused by the pandemic have inherently altered consumer-facing operations at their very core. over the six weeks of Christmas 2020, the worst-ever outcome. A centralised back-end system can mitigate some of the known risks related to data privacy violation.

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Uncovering The Factors Changing The Face Of Retail

Retail TouchPoints

As well, many unknowns about pending legislation and its effect on merchants around the world can cause some anxiety for those in the industry. Merchants need to be aware of the constantly shifting nature of commerce and prepare accordingly to ensure they keep pace with the many factors impacting their business.

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Dollar General promotes 18 executives

Mass Relators

In this role, Connolly will assist with all aspects of securities disclosure and compliance, as well as NYSE listing compliance, corporate governance, management of DG’s Board and its committees. Amanda Mathis Pooh Vichidvongsa Amanda Martin has joined Dollar General as senior vice president, distribution.