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

Mastercard has launched a new Biometric Checkout Program globally that will enable merchants of all sizes to offer contactless biometric checkout experiences…

CMO Council to Track Brands Boycotting Russia

The CMO Council has begun sharing its list of “Brands Bucking Russia” to highlight the companies withdrawing their business from Russia in…

Holiday 2021 Wrap-Up: Safety Protocols and Early Shopping Led to a Successful Season

Retailers pulled off a successful 2021 holiday season despite the challenges posed by the omicron variant and ongoing supply chain issues. Overall…

Mastercard Buys Personalization Platform from McDonald’s

McDonald’s made headlines when it acquired the personalization solution provider Dynamic Yield in March 2019 for a reported $300 million. Now the…

Walgreens Moves Into Financial Services With Credit Card Launch

In partnership with Synchrony and Mastercard, Walgreens is expanding its financial services offerings. By the second half of 2021, Walgreens will launch…

Trending The Rules: Top Retail Trends Are Trending At An Unprecedented Rate

COVID-19 has changed retail. But much of what appears transformational really reflects the speed of impact rather than an unprecedented overhaul. Earlier…

Mastercard: Holiday E-Commerce Sales Jump 18.8%, Far Outpacing 1.2% In-Store Revenue Growth

As the first of many holiday season sales results come in, it appears e-Commerce continues to be a chief driver of overall…

Forge Emotional Bonds With Customers To Achieve Loyalty Program Success

The desire to increase customer loyalty is a prime motivator not only in the retail industry but throughout the business world: 72%…

Food City Pilots Blockchain-Powered Sourcing Solution For Seafood

The Food City supermarket chain will test a solution powered by blockchain that is designed to provide better lines of sight into…

Mastercard Prescribes Digital Wellness To Boost Payment Security

Mastercard has launched the Mastercard Digital Wellness program, which combines technology and resources designed to streamline online payment processes while beefing up…

Mastercard Acquires POS Financing Provider Vyze

Mastercard has purchased Vyze, a financing option offered at the retail POS that connects merchants with multiple lenders. Terms of the acquisition…

Target Adds 6 Mobile And Contactless Payment Methods

Target is expanding its payment capabilities, adding Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay and contactless options from Visa, Mastercard and Discover. The…