In-store mobile payments reached 975m in 2017, spending data has revealed, representing an increase of 328 per cent in just one year. more»

The two new card readers have been introduced to help PayPal users receive payments by credit or debit card offline. more»

NatWest Receipts will allow the bank's small business customers to track spending, categorise expenses for HMRC and export receipts for accounting or invoicing. more»

British consumers have given traditional notes and coins a lifespan of just 25 years, new research has found, as shoppers of all ages begin to avoid cash-only high street businesses. more»

Cash-only businesses could be about to forfeit sales of 2bn in the month leading to Christmas this year, but the permanent loss of custom might cause greater concern. more»

Independent retail owners adopting in-store technology to create a personalised and efficient customer experience could be the first to win shoppers from high street chains this Christmas, new research has suggested. more»

The new feature will permit UK Messenger app users to transfer cash up to the value of 2, 500 with a message, emojI or giff. more»

Seen as more reliable than traditional payment methods, mobile card readers have opened businesses up to card payment options that were previously edged out by steep fees and terminal rental costs. more»

Business Advice has put together a step-by-step guide to setting up a market stall, outlining the essential starting points for new traders with some expert pointers from an up-and-coming fabrics business using markets to establish the brand. more»

The surcharge ban on debit and credit card payments has polarised many independent businesses. Some fear the ruling will have a knock-on effect, resulting in a financial squeeze as retailers attempt to absorb card terminal providers' typically high costs. more»