Monthly Archives: February 2012

Mobile Payments: Not a Game Changer Yet?

Posted on February 16, 2012 by bermanevansretail

According to Knowledge@Wharton, “In March, PayPal will enable its users to pay through their mobile phones, tablets, or iPads at 2,000 Home Depot stores across the U.S., and by the end of the year at 20 other national retailers. Mobile payments are … Continue reading →

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U.S. (and Global) Consumers Hold Businesses Accountable for Online Privacy

Posted on February 15, 2012 by bermanevansretail

eMarketer reports that, “According to online privacy service provider TRUSTe, just 10 percent of U.S. adults reported being worry-free regarding their online privacy. Though the level of online privacy concern varied in degree, a large percentage of respondents reported significant … Continue reading →

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10 Hot Web Startups Changing the Face of Retail

Posted on February 15, 2012 by bermanevansretail

This story is by Macala Wright, the publisher of FashionablyMarketing.Me, one of the leading fashion and retail industry business Web sites. She is a retail consultant and business strategist who specializes in marketing consulting for fashion, luxury, and lifestyle brands. … Continue reading →

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