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Central Bank Digital Currency In India: The New Money Is Here!

Forrester eCommerce

The world of money is changing, and India has made impressive progress toward innovations in digital payments. India’s central bank, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is now focusing on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Things have been a little hazy around the use of cryptocurrencies in India.

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Decoding China’s Central Bank Digital Currency

Forrester eCommerce

The digital yuan, the central bank digital currency (CBDC) of China, has already been tested in several major cities across the country. In fact, the digital yuan […].

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The Unstoppable Rise Of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)

Forrester eCommerce

In his #1 international best seller “Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind”, Dr Yuval Noah Harari observed that people the world over who do not believe in the same god or obey the same king are more than willing to use the same money. As Dr Harari points out – historically speaking – money required […].

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Why Backend Orchestration is the True Payment Experience Unlock

Retail TouchPoints

“Too many friction points all along the customer journey is a big pain point for consumers, and certainly the checkout or transaction moment plays a part in that friction,” said Margot Juros, Research Director for Retail Technology Strategies at market intelligence and advisory firm IDC in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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Everything You Need to Know About Bitcoin and Blockchain in Ecommerce

Ecommerce Platforms

But now it’s shifting towards bitcoins and digital currencies. Digital currencies are the future of ecommerce. Local currencies couldn’t be converted to bitcoin easily and, as a result, no retailer would even think of accepting bitcoins as payment. The customer receives the product. Now, why is this great?

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Tech Trends Shaping Retail: From AI to Blockchain

365 Retail

As retail sectors evolve, technology continues to play a pivotal role in shaping business strategies and enhancing customer satisfaction. The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Customer Service Artificial intelligence has revolutionised the way retail businesses interact with you, enhancing both the efficiency and quality of customer service.

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Monese vs Revolut: How Do They Differ?

Ecommerce Platforms

Monese and Revolut are both digital banking services offering a variety of benefits designed for business and personal banking. With their instant currency exchange and payment protection, they also make travel a breeze. Starting a digital banking account with either Monese or Revolut is simple.

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