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Fiserv Small Business Index™ for April 2024: Sales at Retail and Service Businesses Grow, Discretionary Spend Slows

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Venerdì, Maggio 3, 2024

Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index™ for April 2024.

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  • Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index™ for April 2024.
  • The Fiserv Small Business Index is an indicator of the performance of small businesses in the United States at national, state, and industry levels.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240503876127/en/
    Fiserv Small Business Index Dashboard: April 2024 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Nationally, the seasonally adjusted Fiserv Small Business Index increased 4 points to 145.
  • “Retail was also a bright spot in April, with small retailers seeing 7.7% year-over-year sales increases compared to 2023.”
    Nationally, small business retail sales rebounded nicely from a sluggish March.

Northeast Delta HSA launches "Sticker Shock" campaign to target underage drinking, partners with Now Save 76 gas stations

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024

MONROE, La., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) launches "Project Sticker Shock" campaign, an awareness campaign to educate the public and change attitudes about selling and serving alcohol to anyone under 21. The project organizes youth and community members to place stickers on drink coolers where alcohol is located in local stores. The stickers contain a warning and reminder that providing alcohol to minors is illegal and dangerous.

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  • The project organizes youth and community members to place stickers on drink coolers where alcohol is located in local stores.
  • MONROE, La., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) launches "Project Sticker Shock" campaign, an awareness campaign to educate the public and change attitudes about selling and serving alcohol to anyone under 21.
  • The project organizes youth and community members to place stickers on drink coolers where alcohol is located in local stores.
  • Now Save 76 owner Simran Emaus said, "this unique partnership with the HSA shows that we care about our community."

Yerbaé Secures New Retailers in Pennsylvania

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Lunedì, Marzo 25, 2024

Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSX-V: YERB.U; OTCQX: YERBF) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, announced its expansion into Weis Markets, a prominent Mid-Atlantic food retailer headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania.

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  • Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSX-V: YERB.U; OTCQX: YERBF) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, announced its expansion into Weis Markets, a prominent Mid-Atlantic food retailer headquartered in Sunbury, Pennsylvania.
  • This partnership has also led to the exclusive branded product being available in select Target locations in Pennsylvania starting April.
  • Yerbaé recently announced its expansion into select Target stores in 32 states across the country, further extending its reach to consumers nationwide.
  • "We are excited to partner with Weis Markets and other esteemed retailers in Pennsylvania," said Seth Smith, Vice President Sales of Yerbaé.

SmartMetric Says Its Biometric Fingerprint Recognition and Activation Credit Card Built Inside the Credit Card Will Bring Next Level Security for the Multi Billion Dollar Credit Card Industry Worldwide

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Lunedì, Marzo 25, 2024

In addition, the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card has an inbuilt hardware based live fingerprint detection created by SmartMetric and only available on the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card.

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  • In addition, the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card has an inbuilt hardware based live fingerprint detection created by SmartMetric and only available on the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card.
  • Logic would have it as biometric credit cards proliferate non-PIN usage will expand without restriction to fingerprint biometric scan cards.
  • This allows the card to power the fingerprint scan only through the power from the card reader going into the card.
  • The SmartMetric finger scan card user simply touches the cards fingerprint sensor four (4) times an instantly their fingerprint is scanned and securely stored inside the card.

SmartMetric says its Gen4 Self Powered Biometric Finger Scan Card Is Perfectly Designed to Meet the Needs of the 518 Million Credit Cards Issued in the United States

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Martedì, Febbraio 6, 2024

In addition, the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card has an inbuilt hardware based live fingerprint detection created by SmartMetric and only available on the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card has an inbuilt hardware based live fingerprint detection created by SmartMetric and only available on the SmartMetric biometric credit/debit card.
  • Logic would have it as biometric credit cards proliferate non-PIN usage will expand without restriction to fingerprint biometric scan cards.
  • This allows the card to power the fingerprint scan only through the power from the card reader going into the card.
  • It has taken years of research and development to perfect the internal power system within the SmartMetric finger scan card.

Circle Launches New Products to Simplify Blockchain Experiences

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Giovedì, Ottobre 19, 2023

”With the launch of Gas Station, we are abstracting away blockchain transaction fees for end users and Smart Contract Platform makes it easier for businesses to leverage the benefits of blockchain networks.

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  • ”With the launch of Gas Station, we are abstracting away blockchain transaction fees for end users and Smart Contract Platform makes it easier for businesses to leverage the benefits of blockchain networks.
  • We’re reducing friction and making blockchain transactions more accessible to everyone.”
    Web3 users pay a blockchain network fee known as a "gas fee" when they make transactions.
  • However, gas fees pose an added layer of friction for developers and businesses looking to integrate blockchain benefits into their apps.
  • Programmable Wallets enables effortless transactions and the ability to abstract away blockchain transaction fees, and Smart Contract Platform makes it easier for developers to create simple and intuitive blockchain-based customer experiences.

NFL legend Jim McMahon launches marijuana brand Revenant in Illinois

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Venerdì, Settembre 15, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Revenant Holdings , a multi-state marijuana brand, proudly announces the highly anticipated launch of their MAC 9 brand during the Revenant Dispensary Launch Tour.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Revenant Holdings , a multi-state marijuana brand, proudly announces the highly anticipated launch of their MAC 9 brand during the Revenant Dispensary Launch Tour.
  • Jim McMahon expressed his enthusiasm for the brand's Illinois launch, stating, "Revenant is more than just a brand; it's a lifeline.
  • Fans and cannabis enthusiasts can experience Revenant's Mac 9 flower, pre-rolls, and vape cartridges while meeting NFL legend Jim McMahon at select dispensaries during the Revenant Dispensary Launch Tour.
  • To schedule a remote segment from the store or an interview with Jim McMahon and Revenant executives, please contact Dom Bookman at [email protected]

High Haven Announces Opening of The Gas Station Cannabis Retail Dispensary in Darien, Illinois; Shares Grand Opening Date of September 2, 2023

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Lunedì, Agosto 28, 2023

Offering a unique speakeasy experience, The Gas Station combines premium cannabis products with an unparalleled retail ambiance, creating an innovative and unforgettable destination for cannabis enthusiasts and curious minds alike.

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  • Offering a unique speakeasy experience, The Gas Station combines premium cannabis products with an unparalleled retail ambiance, creating an innovative and unforgettable destination for cannabis enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
  • High Haven will be hosting a grand opening event on September 2nd.
  • "The Gas Station is our newest concept and we are delighted to enter the Illinois market with this unique store experience.
  • The Gas Station invites customers to step through its gas station-style storefront, before immersing themselves in the signature roaring 1920’s High Haven atmosphere.

Chase Freedom® Announces Q3 2023 Quarterly Categories – Select Live Entertainment, Gas Stations and Electric Vehicle Charging

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Giovedì, Giugno 15, 2023

Today, Chase Freedom announced the rotating quarterly categories for Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers: Select Live Entertainment, Gas Stations and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging.

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  • Today, Chase Freedom announced the rotating quarterly categories for Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers: Select Live Entertainment, Gas Stations and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging.
  • “This quarter, cardmembers can take full advantage of the season by cashbacking on select live entertainment, gas and EV charging,” said Brent Reinhard, General Manager of Chase Freedom.
  • Gas Stations and EV Charging: Cardmembers can boost cash back earnings when fueling up at the pump or charging their EV.
  • For the first time, Chase is expanding its cashback offerings to include electric vehicle charging.

Global Retail Point of Sale Market Report 2023: Rising Penetration of Ecommerce Platforms Across the United States Presents Opportunities

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Giovedì, Aprile 20, 2023

The report on the United States Retail Point of Sale Market identifies key attributes about the customer to define the potential market and identify different needs across the industry.

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  • The report on the United States Retail Point of Sale Market identifies key attributes about the customer to define the potential market and identify different needs across the industry.
  • The FPNV Positioning Matrix evaluates and categorizes vendors in the United States Retail Point of Sale Market.
  • What is the market share of the leading vendors in the United States Retail Point of Sale Market?
  • What modes and strategic moves are considered suitable for entering the United States Retail Point of Sale Market?