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Mobile commerce spreads to Russia

Mobile commerce spreads to Russia

TeleSystems to launch new mobile commerce service Mobile commerce has been growing at an alarming rate. In the U.S. and the United Kingdom, mobile commerce has become a strong force in the retail sector. Throughout much of Europe, however, mobile payments have become a convenient way to purchase tickets for public transportation. This trend has begun to spread to Russia, where telecommunications network operator TeleSystems has been showing more interest in the concept of mobile commerce … Read entire article »

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OTI receives massive order for mobile commerce systems

OTI receives massive order for mobile commerce systems

NFC technology remains a staple in mobile commerce NFC technology has been receiving some criticism in the field of mobile commerce recently due to concerns regarding security and efficiency. The technology remains as one of the cornerstones of mobile commerce, however, powering mobile transactions all over the world. As mobile commerce itself continues to grow in popularity, so too does NFC technology and the demand for this technology is beginning to grow despite some of the … Read entire article »

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Mobile commerce gains traction in India with the help of Yebhi

Mobile commerce gains traction in India with the help of Yebhi

QR codes and NFC technology being combined to promote mobile commerce Mobile commerce has yet to show signs of slowing down and the growth behind this emerging sector is powering the emergence of virtual stores. These stores, often called “pop-up stores,” aim to close the gap between the physical world of retail and the digital world of retail. Virtual stores can show up anywhere, giving consumers an opportunity to purchase products they may be interested in … Read entire article »

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M-commerce is greatly benefiting from the popularity of mobile coupons

M-commerce is greatly benefiting from the popularity of mobile coupons

These discount opportunities are driving consumers to use the channel on an increasing basis. There is no doubt that m-commerce is growing very quickly, as it represented 3 percent of online shopping in late 2010, and rose to 11 percent by the close of the holiday shopping season last year – according to comScore data. This means that it brought in $18.6 billion in consumer spending last year (excluding travel). Now, various techniques are being analyzed to understand … Read entire article »

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Mobile commerce goes haywire in the UK

Mobile commerce goes haywire in the UK

Mobile commerce concerns rekindled as NFC-based system malfunctions When it comes to mobile commerce, security is often cited as a major concern among consumers. Much of the security concerns that continue to plague mobile commerce have to do with NFC technology. This technology has long formed the backbone for most mobile commerce initiatives, but has recently begun receiving harsh criticisms due to its lack of security features. The security issues present in NFC technology have caused … Read entire article »

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Mobile commerce apps from iPhone are excelling over Android

Mobile commerce apps from iPhone are excelling over Android

This, according to the results of a panel that examined the usage of the applications on the devices. The outcome of a recent panel report on the use of mobile commerce apps has suggested that the experience provided by iPhone applications of this nature is far superior to that available to their Android device using counterparts. The report indicated that m-retailers generate far more income from Apple device users than from Android. iPhone currently leads the way, with … Read entire article »

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Audi launches its own augmented reality platform

Audi launches its own augmented reality platform

Audi sets sights on augmented reality Audi may be best known for its vehicles, but like most other automakers it is not only interested in designing luxury cars. Honda, for instance, has its hands in a vast array of technological endeavors while its competitors pursue interests in renewable energy, space flight, and even geo-engineering. Audi has adopted a strong interest in augmented reality, believing that the technology is well suited for creating highly interactive digital experiences. … Read entire article »

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