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Why Businesses Struggle to Discover Reasons For Failed Payments

Did you know that over 80% of companies dealing with online sales struggle to figure out the reasons for payment failures? If you don’t know the core issue you can only try to patch the visible outcomes but will always fail to solve the problem. So, why is getting to the bottom of the failed […]

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Nevermined Secures $4M Funding to Develop PayPal-Like AI-Commerce Platform

Nevermined received fresh funding to develop a payment system tailored for seamless transactions between AI agents, addressing the limitations of traditional payment infrastructure in the rapidly evolving AI-Commerce space.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Whatnot Raises Funds at $5 Billion Valuation

Whatnot Inc., a livestream shopping platform that competes with TikTok Shop, raised $265 million at a valuation of $4.97 billion.

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Barclays Reveals 2024 Financial Scam Statistics

In 2024, one in five consumers fell victim to scams, with the majority affected online, says Barclays fresh report.

Blockchain & Crypto

KuCoin Launches Crypto Payment Solution

KuCoin exchange has introduced a KuCoin Pay merchant solution aimed at integrating crypto payments into the retail sector.

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E-Commerce Trends 2025

What does online shopping have in store for consumers next year? As bricks-and-mortar sales still prevail, how can e-commerce win a fairer share in shoppers’ hearts? Let’s take a look at e-commerce trends expected in 2025 to find out.

Fintech & Ecommerce

One-Click Checkout Is Most Desired Feature for U.S. Merchants

A recent report indicates that 45% of U.S. online merchants have requested one-click checkout solutions from their payment service providers (PSPs) in an effort to enhance conversion rates.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Alibaba and E-Mart to Create E-Commerce JV

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has agreed to form a joint venture for its South Korean operations with the e-commerce platform E-Mart Inc.

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Visa Analysis Reveals Online Holiday Shopping Growth

Online retail shopping during the holiday season increased by 7.1%, according to Visa observations, though the majority of purchases still take place in brick-and-mortar stores.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Klarna Becomes Default Option for WooCommerce

Klarna payments will be automatically enabled for all the new merchants using the WooCommerce platform.

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Klarna Is Available at Checkout on Apple Pay in Canada

Users in Canada checking out with Apple Pay online or in apps can now benefit from the flexible payment options offered by leading European BNPL provider Klarna.

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Amazon and Intuit Strengthen Strategic Alliance

Amazon and Intuit enhance their long-term collaboration to save sellers time and improve decision-making by providing seamless data synchronization between Amazon and QuickBooks platforms.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Walmart Marketplace Reports Record Black Friday-Cyber Monday Sales

Walmart reported that at the beginning of the holiday shopping season, third-party sellers enjoyed record sales volumes.

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Deutsche Bank Brings Merchant Solutions to APAC

Deutsche Bank Merchant Solutions capabilities are officially available in Australia, India, Indonesia and South Korea. They provide the bank’s clients with a global payment acceptance platform with a diverse range of local payment methods.

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Online Black Friday Spending Rises 10%

U.S. shoppers made online purchases worth nearly $10.8 billion on Black Friday using their mobile phones, laptops, desktops and other portable devices.

Articles

How Online Payment Trends Affect Holiday Shopping

Holiday shopping patterns continuously change reflecting macroeconomic realities, consumer behaviour shifts, and the constant evolution of payment methods. As the season of joy is approaching, we cannot help but wonder what changes current online payment trends have brought to the holiday shopping routine. 

E-commerce, short for electronic commerce, refers to the trading of goods and services through digital platforms. It enables businesses and consumers to conduct transactions online, offering convenience, speed, and global accessibility across a wide range of industries, from retail and travel to financial services. Online and mobile commerce rely on digital payment systems to complete purchases. When a customer shops online, a payment gateway or processor securely handles the transaction, authorizing the transfer of funds between accounts. A seamless, secure, and fast payment experience is essential to building trust and reducing cart abandonment in e-commerce, making payment technology a key driver of online commerce growth.