Physical retail is having a resurgence of sorts, thanks to Amazon and other major players, and new retail tech. But the discount model is also paying off, as Five Below recently demonstrated.  Read More...

Startup disruptors are tackling the need for in-destination transfers by connecting travelers with drivers who serve as local ambassadors for cities across Europe and Asia. Welcome Pickups CEO and Co-Founder Alexandros Trimis explains how the company’s service works — and how it lets customers pre-pay for all the essentials, such as SIM cards, to ensure a smooth travel experience. Read More...

Manually entering credit or debit card information when shopping online is frustrating and time-consuming, which is why consumers are increasingly storing their account information with at least one company or service provider. Where are consumers using card-on-file (CoF) payments, and what are their concerns when it comes to increasing usage of this payment innovation?  Read More...