PYMNTS

AUGUST 13, 2020

Sources told Bloomberg News in advance of the release of Q2 earnings that the San Francisco-based online vacation rental marketplace’s revenue fell to $335 million in the period ending June 30. have been hired to manage the IPO, sources told the newspaper. Airbnb Inc.

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PYMNTS

JULY 16, 2019

A security lapse at a hotel management startup has exposed hotel bookings and guests’ personal information. Aavgo , a hospitality tech company based in San Francisco, secured a server it had left online without a password after TechCrunch reached out to the firm. million bookings a year.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The new website and app interface is intended to make it easier for customers to shop and book service appointments for veterinary care, grooming and online or in-person pet training. The tool takes into account a pet’s age and breed as well as special issues like sensitive digestion or weight management. 4 with the U.S.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Unscrupulous practices can tarnish a brand that acts as an online marketplace facilitator. percent of sharing economy platforms require new users to verify their identities by submitting identification documents online. We need to protect our business as much as we need to protect the security of our customers.”.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 5, 2019

In an interview with PYMNTS, Marie Perrin-Largilliere, senior manager of global product marketing at HomeAway, got a bit more granular on how the firm seeks to engage both sides of the transaction. Data breaches, identity fraud and online scams are never identical or static instances,” she said. A “Test and Learn” Approach.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

parent company of luxury online retailer Mytheresa , announced that it's filed a registration statement with the SEC for an initial public offering (IPO), according to a press release. Co-manager will be Jefferies Group, and Cowen Inc. Co-manager will be Jefferies Group, and Cowen Inc. MYT Netherlands Parent B.V., LLC and J.P.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 10, 2020

As stated in the company’s S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, domestic travel has helped the company rebound from nadirs seen as the coronavirus brought global economies to a standstill. That’s been readily apparent in Uber’s efforts to move beyond its core ride-hailing segments to embrace food delivery and logistics.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 6, 2020

Practice management software provider ImagineTime , which works with accounting firms, has partnered with Mango Billing for a "next-generation practice management solution," according to a press release.

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PYMNTS

JULY 3, 2017

Even in the quiet seasons, the online travel market is susceptible to the trade winds, and they don’t always blow in agents’ favor. But what hurts a business (especially a small one) more than an October snowstorm is when online fraudsters use CNP transactions to steal their services. The End of Excessive Card Surcharges.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 30, 2020

Virtual cards help sidestep the problem of navigating a mire of bank guarantees an online travel agency might have to do. PayParc specifically touts its ability to read booking data and convert it to automatic payment execution as a way to help save costs. “The

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 1, 2019

Stitch Fix Kids , for example, sends out a selection of kids’ clothing each month, while GiftLit focuses on curated children’s books. Box-of-the-month services constantly struggle to secure their payment processes and remain a step ahead of bad actors. The only customer-facing security measure KiwiCo currently utilizes is passwords.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 25, 2019

India-based hotel and booking startup OYO has been on a tear lately, landing $1.5 Now, the fast-growing operation is tapping into one of the growing trends in payments and commerce by offering online financing for its many partners. is a new program that has OYO partnering with Biz2Credit , a small business online lending platform.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 12, 2019

The travel industry is a highly fragmented, complex web of suppliers, distributors, tourism companies and online travel agents (OTAs), all hustling to keep pace with the changes occurring in how travelers — both for pleasure and business — plan, book and pay for their trips. The Business Travel Impact.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 27, 2016

Goldman Sachs has officially entered the world of online retail banking. The platform was reportedly inherited by Goldman Sachs after its recent acquisition of a $16 billion book of deposits from GE Capital. The minimum account balance needed to start a GS Bank account is only $1 and is open to anyone with an Internet connection.

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PYMNTS

MAY 20, 2020

Travala.com CEO Juan Otero said in the announcement, “We couldn’t be more excited to join forces with TravelbyBit, which is backed by Binance and have constantly been achieving and pushing crypto adoption by providing blockchain-based online travel booking services.”

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BankBazaar

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

They simplify the way you manage your finances and offer an assortment of benefits that make life much easier. It is a lifeline that can provide instant financial support and when it comes to repayment, it also offers flexible EMIs to secure your savings further down the line. Not just that! Working on a strict budget?

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

How industry analysis can improve your credit risk management Understanding your customers' businesses leads to better loan pricing, structure, and risk management. Takeaway 2 Carefully considering a new customer's industry ensures it is a good fit for your risk appetite and helps better manage your customer relationship.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Online business travel booking and expense management company Serko is entering the “world of virtual card payments,” the company said this week, announcing a partnership with virtual card company Conferma.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 19, 2019

The agreement — which was set to expire in 2020 — bars Live Nation from forcing venues to use Ticketmaster when they want to book tours, as well as retaliating when a venue uses another ticketing service. Live Nation is the market leader in concert promotion, and organizes events by booking talent and securing venues.

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BankBazaar

MARCH 14, 2024

As a young professional in India, managing your personal finances effectively is crucial for securing your financial future. Building a robust retirement corpus early in your career can significantly impact your financial security in the long run. Here are essential finance moves to consider.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In a blog post, the payment company said it is launching a Hotel Stay Guarantee, which enables cardholders who have experienced any problems with their stay at a three-star or higher-rated hotel to contact a so-called lifestyle manager 24 hours a day, seven days a week, who will work with the hotel to resolve the issue.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Instead, a dialogue with Lopez, head of Retail Ecommerce Ventures (REV), spans multitudes of topics, from neuroscience to movies to books to chess and, yes, retail. He has secured a distribution channel into the mainstream market for many retail brands, and will do so for many more in the future. It paid $3.6

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

As a result of the funding, Pieter Welten, a partner at Prime Ventures, secured a seat on Leavy’s board. Travelers (called “Happy Leavers”) are able to rent out their rooms or apartments when they are away to help pay for their trips, while other members (dubbed “Hosts on Demand”) get paid to manage the Leavy booking.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 22, 2019

We all remember cramming — all that coffee and/or soda, all those books, notes and ink stains. Years later, memories of cramming can make us cringe or induce a nostalgic celebratory attitude: “Hey, I actually managed to do it! Heck, yeah!”. Digital Progress. The progress is easy to see.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Online firms and their banking partners have both the means and motives to stop fraudsters from accessing personal information, but today’s connected economy encompasses markets and customer service channels around the world. Omnichannel commerce needs omnichannel security.

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PYMNTS

MAY 7, 2020

And often, drilling down into business segments and management commentary provides insight into just how we as a nation are faring, depending on where you look. Larger full-service restaurants opened community markets to sell raw ingredients, produce and food staples through online stores,” he said. The Cash Need.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

The companies range from product life cycle management solutions to those that help other SaaS firms retain clients. and Europe, with half of its bookings coming from U.S. This week, the company secured $20 million for its offering, with funds provided by GGV Capital, Salesforce Ventures and a slew of other backers. SMB Lending.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 5, 2020

In the last decade, automation technology has closed the gap between booking a business trip and filing an expense report for reimbursement, significantly easing friction for both employees and finance teams. Singh noted that Center is also exploring the potential for virtual cards to further enhance that control and security.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

They must also excel at securely handling payments and personal data, while recommending services at the right moment to enhance transactions along the way. Platforms need to pay careful attention to fraud across dozens of markets, meaning the ability to detect and manage fraud will only become more crucial as the sharing economy grows.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Online travel booking platforms, which promise to provide travelers with a simpler way to book and pay for reservations, aren’t immune to these pain points. Building An Intuitive And Secure Experience. HomeAway has been working with the Expedia Group to tackle security challenges. The Future Of Travel Payments.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 24, 2020

While businesses have more sources of capital than ever before, from bank loans to initial coin offerings to alternative online investments, experts are urging small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to take a strategic approach to their fundraising efforts — often by combining a variety of funding sources to mitigate risk.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

It was another busy week for B2B FinTech startups, with globally and vertically diverse companies securing new funding for their enterprise-targeting tools. The big news of the week comes from TripActions , a corporate travel solutions provider that secured unicorn status with its latest fundraise (the largest in this week’s breakdown).

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

That certainly presents problems for spend management, according to research from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Foundation, which found last year that non-corporate payment methods like cash and personal cards are limiting businesses’ access to transparency travel spend. Business spend on travel reached $1.15

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The 6-year-old who get his hands on Mom’s iPad and manages to rack up $16,000 worth of credit charges for online gaming. The teenager with a Fortnite habit who manages to clean out Dad’s checking account via the debit card linked to the gaming account. We’ve all heard the horror stories. We don't take that lightly.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 15, 2021

In total, investors placed nearly $600 million for firms in the B2B payments, T&E, financial management and other B2B spaces. Despite a slowdown in corporate travel, expense management and travel booking technology provider SalesTrip still managed to impress investors, which pumped $1.4 Modern Treasury.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Players in the sharing economy must contend with an increasingly complex online payments ecosystem as they move into new regions and attract participants to their platforms. Outdoorsy users looking to rent their RVs list them on the online platform for local renters to book. I view [Outdoorsy] as the sharing economy 2.0.

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Perficient

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

On the website, Gina finds a Health Bot that advises she try Urgent Care and shares the nearest location and online scheduling. She ignores the first one, but responds to later emails and schedules online. She books an appointment online. Reputation management. Strong data hygiene and security.

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