Consumers Want to Buy Retail Products via a Super App

Consumers Want to Buy Retail Products via a Super App

The majority of consumers in the United States and Australia want the option to buy retail products online from a single, unified platform that spans a range of their day-to-day routines, PYMNTS Intelligence research finds. By the Numbers The PYMNTS Intelligence study “Consumer Interest in an Everyday App,” created in collaboration with PayPal, draws from a …

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New US Passport App Removes Friction Amid Travel Shifts

New US Passport App Removes Friction Amid Travel Shifts

The cost of skipping long airport queues is set to increase due a hike in fees for expedited security programs, according to a recent press release by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), but a passport app may help. Effective from Oct. 1, the fee for the Global Entry program, for instance, will rise from $100 to …

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All-In-One Apps Ease Home-Buying Pain Points Even Post-Deal

All-In-One Apps Ease Home-Buying Pain Points Even Post-Deal

Beyond the financial cost, purchasing a home can be an extremely complex and time-consuming process. From researching listings to seeking financing and appraisals, buyers find themselves juggling and coordinating multiple different tasks before closing a deal. However, the advent of digital tools and platforms has brought about a significant shift in this age-old process, ushering …

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The Greatest App of All Time Day 25: WhatsApp vs. Google Maps

The Greatest App of All Time Day 25: WhatsApp vs. Google Maps

Welcome back to Gizmodo’s March Madness bracket challenge to name the greatest app of all time and we’re officially down to our Elite Eight! Calculator took Uber to school in yesterday’s tournament, garnering more than 73 percent of the vote and advancing to the next round. Today, we have the biggest encrypted messaging app going …

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Instant Financial Debuts App for Faster Earned Wage Access

Instant Financial Debuts App for Faster Earned Wage Access

Earned wage access firm Instant Financial released a new mobile app and updated mobile wallet. “Understanding that over 50% of Americans would likely avoid major financial pitfalls if they could instantly access a portion of their pay after every day’s work, the new Instant mobile app is narrowing this financial gap by placing financial empowerment directly into the hands …

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Security Overshadows Convenience in ‘Everyday App’ Debate

Security Overshadows Convenience in ‘Everyday App’ Debate

More consumers than ever now rely on mobile apps to manage their daily chores. PYMNTS Intelligence found that a growing percentage of Americans click on apps to administer their bank activity (49%), bills and subscriptions (37%), savings and investments (26%), retail shopping (24%) and grocery purchases (14%). So, would a single “everyday app” that can …

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