Gartner says worldwide PC shipments to decline 10.6% while tablet shipments to grow 67.9% in 2013
Tue, Jun 25, 2013: In the report of “Forecast: Devices by Operating System and User Type, Worldwide, 2010-2017, 2Q13 Update”, Gartner projected the worldwide devices (the combined shipments of PCs, tablets and mobile phones) will reach 2.35 billion units this year, up 5.9 per cent if compared with last year. However, worldwide traditional PC (desktop and notebook) shipments are projected to be declined 10.6 per cent to 305...
Western Union to increase customer engagement through partnership with TIBCO
Tue, Jun 25, 2013: In collaboration with TIBCO Software Inc., a provider of infrastructure software for companies to use on-premise or as part of cloud computing environments, Western Union will leverage internal Big Data analysis to anticipate consumer trends and then can customize its customers engagement strategies according to an individual’s unique needs. Besides, Western Union also will work with TIBCO to streamline the systems...
PayPal finds easy checkout for mobile shoppers can increase merchant’ sales
Tue, Jun 25, 2013: In a mobile study conducted by PayPal and Branding Brand between December 2012 and March 2013, the results conclude that simply adding a PayPal button on a product page versus only at checkout could help mobile shoppers check out faster and lead to a significant increase in sales for merchants. Referring to the report, adding a standard mobile optimized checkout (PayPal Express Checkout) increased sales by 26 per...
Ad spending includes on online and mobile platform will continue to grow until 2014
Tue, Jun 25, 2013: According to a recent report published by eMarketer on ad spending, this year ad spending on major media worldwide including on digital (online and mobile), directories, magazines, newspapers, outdoor ads, radio and TV will be up 2.8 per cent to US$516.95 billion (RM1,665.36 billion) this year. In 2012, the ad spending climbed 4.4 per cent. eMarketer expects the ad spending will grow 5 per cent next year due to FIFA...
Consumers to have personalized ATM experience with Kasikorn’s new ATM solution
Tue, Jun 25, 2013: Thailand’s Kasimkornbank or KBank will roll out a new ATM solution delivered by Diebold that allows its customers to personalise their ATM experience, including select own graphical themes for their accounts and shortcuts for frequent transactions such as withdrawals, transfers and bill payments, the Banking & Payments Asia reported.
MoneyGram expands its service coverage in China through China Guangfa Bank
Mon, Jun 24, 2013: MoneyGram has announced its collaboration with China Guangfa Bank (CGB) to roll out its global money transfer service in China. Under the partnership, customers able to access MoneyGram services at CGB’s 500 branches covering approximately 40 cities and towns in mainland China.
Samsung unveils first interchangeable-lens camera with 3G/4G LTE & Wi-Fi Connectivity
Mon, Jun 24, 2013: Samsung Electronic Co., Ltd. has launched the GALAXY NX, the first 3G/4G LTE Connected Compact System Camera (CSC). With the 3G/4G LTE technology, the GALAXY NX allows photographers to express their exciting experiences immediately, in spectacular quality that captured through its 20.3MP APS-C Sensor and DRIMe IV Image Signal Processer that can deliver bright and detailed images even in low light conditions. Its...
Mobile ticketing users will reach 1 billion by 2018
Mon, Jun 24, 2013: According to a new report from Juniper Research, the number of mobile users worldwide that using mobile tickets will reach 950 million by 2018, up from 458 million in 2013. The growth is expected to be driven primarily within key transport verticals as well as live entertainment events and cinema ticketing.
SingTel helps Shopify to foray into Indian market
Mon, Jun 24, 2013: Shopify, an e-commerce platform that enables individuals and businesses to create online stores, has formed a strategic partnership with Singapore’s SingTel to penetrate into the Indian market. Under the partnership, SingTel will help to build ecosystem which includes tying up with logistics partner and payment gateways while Shopify to offer its platform to merchants at Rs 750 (RM40.53) per month or Rs 9000...
Vietnam’s Vietin Bank introduces a Visa Prepaid Card for secure online purchases
Mon, Jun 24, 2013: Vietin Bank recently has launched a virtual ‘E-Fast On Visa Prepaid Card’ that enables consumers and businesses in Vietnam to make secure online purchases from any website that accepts Visa. The product is created and managed by Yalamanchili, a provider of next generation customised, flexible, scalable and innovative banking and payment technology solutions. Yalamanchili provides a backend portal to Vietin Bank...
