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Are stablecoins the future of retail payments? Experts weigh in

Inside Retail

The act, which has not yet been passed by the US House of Representatives, would create a pathway for banks, fintech firms and big-box retailers, such as Amazon, to issue their own stablecoins or weave them into their current payment platforms. They’re merchant instruments that lower retail costs. What are stablecoins?

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Social Media Shopping: Overcoming the Trust Gap

Retail TouchPoints

In this article, I’ll explore the reasons behind this trust gap — especially when it comes to security and payment confidence — and share some thoughts about what retailers, social platforms and regulators must do to close it. Off-Platform Payment Links: Payment links are URLs that can be added to direct messages, stories or posts.

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Amazon and Shopify Bring ‘Buy with Prime’ to Merchants with New App

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon is bringing ‘Buy with Prime’ capabilities to Shopify merchants via a new app integration. Now, the new app is empowering Shopify merchants to offer this seamless payment experience to their customers. The app is rolling out as invite-only to select Shopify merchants and will be available to all U.S.-based

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Integrate Pricing, Promotions and Markdowns to Drive Profitability

Retail TouchPoints

But at the same time merchants’ margins are being squeezed, making intelligent pricing and promotions strategies even more critical for success. Now, it’s all about how you reach consumers through tailored promotions.”

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Three Types of Promotions Merchants Can Use To Attract Subscribers 

Retail TouchPoints

There’s no question that strategic promotions and discounts motivate consumers to buy a product. But which promotions should you use to attract subscribers? But which promotions should you use to attract subscribers? There are three main types of promotional offerings. Retention Rewards to Foster Loyalty.

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Coles doubles down on payments with launch of Flypay for grocery

Inside Retail

A year on from the introduction of payment platform Flypay to Coles Liquor websites, including Liquorland, Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor, the digital wallet has now been expanded to grocery shoppers through Coles Online. Coles isn’t the only retailer investing in payments technology. Exciting time’.

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Visa, Mastercard, PayPal Dive into Agentic Era with Tools that Help Consumers ‘Use AI to Buy’

Retail TouchPoints

Payment providers are banking on the fact that millions of people will soo n rely on AI to find the perfect sweater, research a new vacation spot or handle their weekly grocery shopping and they want in on the action. These agents will need to be trusted with payments, not only by users, but by banks and sellers as well.