A picture may be worth a thousand words, but can it help a chatbot make you look like a million bucks? The hot-off-the-presses PYMNTS.com Omnicommerce Tracker™, powered by Vantiv, catches up with Dr. Eitan Sharon and Karen Ouk, founder and SVP, respectively, of mode.ai, a company that uses photos and social media to tap into the fashion styling skills of chatbots. That, plus the latest omni headlines and a ranked provider directory featuring 84 players in the space, inside the Tracker.  Read More...

Blockchain technology is widely viewed as the voice of reason and transparency in the financial industry. In today's Blockchain Tracker, we explore whether or not the technology is ready to be used for retail implementation on a large scale.  Read More...

Hedgie Bartol of Axis Communications reveals why security is about more than just catching “bad guys” on camera. It’s about preventing shrink before it happens. It’s a combination of applied surveillance and strong customer service. Added bonus? That drives sales from the “good guys,” too.  Read More...