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Mastercard Announces That Magnetic Stripes Will Be Phased Out

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All cards with magnetic stripes will be completely phased out by 2029 in Europe and 2033 in the U.S. Check out our blog for more info on the history of credit cards. And while the United States has been slower to adopt it, the majority of consumers now use cards with EMV or contactless technology fully enabled.

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How NFTs Can Fight Fraud and Increase Customer Loyalty

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This type of sensor would not give off an active signal (like an ankle monitor), but rather a passive way for companies and consumers to scan and prove the sneakers’ authenticity. In practice, a consumer can purchase a pair of sneakers from a Shopify store and receive the NFT via email or into their Real Items wallet.

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33 best small business ideas to make money in 2023

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Solves a problem A good small business idea addresses a problem or pain point faced by consumers. Unique Value Proposition Besides addressing a problem that consumers face, a good idea for a small business must also have a unique way to deal with this problem. Also, determine if you can innovate your offering as consumer needs change.