Tech offers small firms cheaper pay system using smartphone or tablet - Press of Atlantic City

Tech offers small firms cheaper pay system using smartphone or tablet Press of Atlantic City The Square card reader plugs into the headphone jacks on many smartphones and tablets and turns them into card swipers, enabling individuals or businesses to accept card payments without the complications of a merchant account with a bank and costly ... and more »

Small businesses see mobile payments as chance to lower costs - PhysOrg.com

Small businesses see mobile payments as chance to lower costs PhysOrg.com The Square card reader plugs into the headphone jacks on most smartphones and turns them into card swipers, enabling individuals or businesses to accept card payments without the complications of a merchant account with a bank and costly special ... and more »

Too Much SEO Can Harm an Ecommerce Business - Practical Ecommerce

Too Much SEO Can Harm an Ecommerce Business Practical Ecommerce Traffic from search engines remains crucial to most ecommerce merchants, in spite of the prominence of social media networks. But focusing too much on search engine optimization, to the detriment of shoppers, can actually harm a merchant's business.

For $2 a Star, an Online Retailer Gets 5-Star Product Reviews - New York Times

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For $2 a Star, an Online Retailer Gets 5-Star Product Reviews New York Times “But they credited my account. You think it's unethical?” While the letter did not specifically demand a five-star review, it broadly hinted. “We strive to earn 100 percent perfect 'FIVE-STAR' scores from you!” it said. The merchant, which seems to ... and more »

Emerging Economies Drive Coal Markets - Resource Investing News

Emerging Economies Drive Coal Markets Resource Investing News The cheap source of reliable base load electricity has become ubiquitous in transitioning economies primarily because of the fuel's low cost and relatively abundant supply. Often seen as a 'dirty' energy source high in greenhouse gas emissions, ... and more »