Chinese New Year (CNY) also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, falls on February 12 this year. It will kick off the Year of the Ox, a zodiac Chinese animal that symbolizes diligence, strength, and resilience. And it’s in that spirit that retailers are getting...
Digital technology is everywhere. We use smartphones and other mobile devices daily for every aspect of our lives from working remotely to buying and selling online. Digital tech is constantly evolving, providing convenience, and making us feel more connected....
In 2020, COVID-19 caused a major shift in consumer behaviour that forced businesses of all sizes in every industry to quickly move their operations online, and payments company to adapt their products and services to support them. With new lockdowns, curfews, and...
According to Statista, the digital payments transaction value in Canada for 2020 was expected to reach C$74.7M—with over 26.1M users—and will reach a projected total amount of C$136M by 2024. The digital payments market is growing, as more Canadian businesses and...
The Holiday Season might be over in the Western world—but not in China! —with the Lunar New Year (LNY) or Spring Festival just around the corner. The LNY date is decided by the Lunar Calendar and this year it falls on Friday, February 12. China’s public Holiday will...
The COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on every industry, but small businesses were hit the hardest, especially during the second wave. According to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), 2020 has been one of the toughest years ever for small...
