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Commerce Archive

Archives for May 2017

Technology
Stripe has hired renowned security researcher Peiter ‘Mudge’ ZatkoStripe has hired renowned security researcher Peiter ‘Mudge’ Zatko
Technology

The new security head will be joined by NSA vet Jon Kaltwasser.

By Jason Del Rey
Technology
Why does Apple want to compete with Square and Venmo?Why does Apple want to compete with Square and Venmo?
Technology

Recode’s Jason Del Rey explains on the latest Too Embarrassed to Ask.

By Eric Johnson
Technology
Square is rolling out its first debit cardSquare is rolling out its first debit card
Technology

It’s a prepaid card, not a real debit card. But it’s like the one Jack Dorsey recently showed off.

By Jason Del Rey
Technology
The president of Amazon’s fashion division is leaving the e-commerce giantThe president of Amazon’s fashion division is leaving the e-commerce giant
Technology

Cathy Beaudoin is stepping away at a surprising time.

By Jason Del Rey
Technology
Etsy has ousted its CEO and is laying off 8 percent of its staffEtsy has ousted its CEO and is laying off 8 percent of its staff
Technology

Industry veteran Josh Silverman is the new chief executive.

By Jason Del Rey