Building a Business
Three Years Later, Clinkle Launches Less Than Impressive App
The oft-maligned startup rolled out a product that looks very different from its initial $30 million idea.
By Nina Zipkin
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Business Accounting
PayPal Embraces Bitcoin Payments, Partners With BitPay, Coinbase and GoCoin
Building a Business
Coinbase Goes Global, Launches Bitcoin Services in 13 European Countries
Building a Business
Finally: Bitcoin Is Coming to Merchants Who Use PayPal’s Braintree
Braintree will soon integrate Bitcoin, a move that could have Airbnb, Dropbox and Uber customers paying in the cryptocash. Meanwhile, PayPal dropped the B-word in a curious promo video, igniting another social media speculation frenzy.
Business News
Here’s How You Can Watch Apple’s iPhone 6 Event Today
If you're an Apple fan, you won't want to miss a second.
By Jason Fell
Business Operations & Logistics
Home Depot Suffers Possible Data Breach, Tries to Ease Customer Fears
The world's largest home improvement retailer may be the latest victim of a credit and debit card breach.
Building a Business
Square Rolls Out New Analytics Suite
Staying competitive following Amazon's announcement of its first mobile card reader, Square unveils new features.
By Nina Zipkin
Building a Business
PayPal Unit Reportedly in Talks to Accept Bitcoin
It's only a matter of time before eBay subsidiary Braintree begins accepting Bitcoin payments, but eBay and PayPal won't, at least not initially.
Building a Business
Amazon Reportedly Set to Launch Mobile Credit-Card Reader
If the rumors are true, the nation's largest online retailer could give Square and PayPal a run for their money.
Online Presence
Pondering Facebook’s Future, Zuckerberg More ‘Excited’ By Messaging Than Photos
'There are only so many photos you're going to want to share with friends,' the CEO said during an earnings call. 'There's just a lot more people want to express.'
By Geoff Weiss
Business News
A New Way to Pay Online: Visa Launches ‘Visa Checkout’
Visa's new product saves your card number and shipping information, allowing you to checkout online in just a few clicks.
By Emily Price
Business Accounting
GoDaddy Launches ‘Get Paid,’ a New Payment Processing Tool for Small Businesses
The domain registrar is partnering with PayPal, Stripe and Dwolla to create a package deal for small businesses to manage their finances.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
America’s Most Expensive States
Cost of living varies all over the country -- something business owners know all too well. Here's a look at the most expensive states to live in.
By Scott Cohn
Business Legal
3 Legal Precautions in Hiring Freelancers
While those who work project by project are integral part of the U.S. workforce, a startup needs to take measures of protection.
By Jaia Thomas
Building a Business
Amazon Will Now Manage Subscription Payments for Startups and Businesses
Forging into PayPal's territory, Amazon expands its reach with online payments.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
Apple May Welcome Bitcoin Transaction Apps. Or Not.
Apple has officially addressed 'virtual currency' in its App Store guidelines, but it's still too early to cry victory for Bitcoin.
Buying a Franchise
Seattle Says Franchises Aren’t Small Businesses, Forces Them on $15 Wage Fast Track
The International Franchise Association is filing a lawsuit opposing Seattle's plan, which forces franchises to adopt a $15 minimum wage in three years.
By Kate Taylor
Building a Business
Blockchain.info CEO: In the Future, You’ll Use Bitcoin Without Even Knowing It
Nicolas Cary discusses how you could benefit from the burgeoning Bitcoin economy, even if you don't own a single BTC.
Building a Business
This Company Is Now the Largest in the World to Accept Bitcoin
A multi-billion dollar TV titan just gave Bitcoin a huge, mainstream vote of confidence. Here's the scoop.
Building a Business
Accepting Credit Cards and PayPal on Your eCommerce Site
Find how to set up your site to begin accepting the two most common methods of online payments.
Tech
Google to Accept PayPal Payments in the Play Store
The move gives Android users another option besides Google's own Wallet service to make mobile purchases.
Tech
Nerds Rejoice. Google Glass and Bitcoin, Together at Last.
The best of both worlds. Have your Google Glass and pay for stuff in Bitcoin too. All you have to do is nod. Well, sort of.
Tech
Google Hangout: The Best Apps and Tech Tools to Supercharge Your Small Business
Join us for an exciting live Hangout roundtable on May 14, when we chat with three leading entrepreneurship experts about the top apps and tech solutions for optimizing your productivity and your small business operations.
Building a Business
All-Knowing Google to Roll Out Geographically-Triggered Shopping Alerts
An update to Google Now will notify users on their smartphones when they are in close proximity to a store carrying an item they've previously searched for.
By Geoff Weiss
Tech
How Bitcoin Is Fueling a New Payments Battlefield
The traditional payments industry is headed for an upheaval as more small businesses begin accepting Bitcoin and more payment startups rise to meet the growing demand.
Business News
More Post-Recession Jobs Paying Lower Wages
Fewer higher-paying positions have replaced the jobs lost during the recession, according to new analysis.
Tech
Yelp Now Points Users to Businesses That Accept Bitcoin as Payment
The popular consumer review site pushes Bitcoin as a viable payment option further into the mainstream.
Tech
Square Unveils ‘Offline Mode’ and Inventory Tracking Features
The mobile payments company announced today an offline function, an inventory tracker and a pre-order tool.
By Geoff Weiss
Building a Business
Rumors Swirl That Square Is for Sale
The mobile-payments company founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has reportedly been talking to suitors about selling itself.