Most Consumers Would Never Consider Using Bitcoin

| Tim Parry

As buzz about Bitcoin continues to build, the question is often asked – will consumers embrace this alternative currency? A new nationwide survey conducted for TheStreet by GfK1 shows that consumers do not understand Bitcoin and have little interest in owning it.

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Lessons Learned from the 2013 Holiday Season

| Andrew Hodes

Retail marketers have been busy examining the results of their holiday initiatives to reflect on what worked, what didn’t and what can be improved. From a technology perspective, here are three of the most poignant lessons that can provide valuable guidance for retail marketers in the coming year.

How Big is Amazon, Really?

| MCM Staff

From the number of markets they serve to the number of items, number and size of fulfillment warehouses, etc. — most everything about Amazon.com is big, even behemoth. This infographic sums up just how big Amazon is.

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6 Takeaways from the Target Security Breach

| MCM Staff

What can businesses and retailers learn from Target security breach? Here are some of key takeaway tips from WatchGuard Technologies’ Director of Security Strategy and Research Corey Nachreiner.

A Look at Valentine’s Day 2014 Shopping Trends

| Daniela Forte

While consumers are looking for the best deal this Valentine’s Day, finding a bargain isn’t the top priority for consumers. According to this infographic by PriceGrabber, 59% of consumers will shop online for convenience, while 53% will shop in-store in order to see the product in person before purchasing.

Acme Tools Launches Redesigned Website

| MCM Staff

Acme Tools today unveiled its new ecommerce website at AcmeTools.com. The redesigned digital platform, was built on IBM WebSphere Commerce and deployed by IBM business partner BlueSky Technology Partners.