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Google unveiled some cool new devices on Tuesday, Bass Pro Shops is buying a competitor— and, are chip cards slowing transactions down and costing merchants more? All this — and more — as PYMNTS takes a look at the latest winners and losers of the retail world. Read More...

The Pixel got its big unveiling yesterday — the overall consensus? It looks a lot like an iPhone, except it also comes in blue. Google's assistant got good reviews, as did the display —but this isn't to say reviewers were impressed: The hefty price tag engendered less excitement. Of course, the phone was just the beginning of the fun — Google also gave public introductions to its budget-friendly VR headset for the "casual" user, and started taking pre-orders for its Echo competitor — Google Home. All in, a full morning. Read More...

Several forecasts predict strong holiday sales this year, with some of the largest increases expected in years, but what happens if all these forecasts prove wrong? And, what are some of the factors that could drive holiday sales down this year? Read More...