Target’s Two-Day Shipping | McDonald’s Earnings Bounce | Uber Eats’ Expansion Plans

Delivery-only restaurants have tapped into on-demand platforms, and now shops are applying the concept to other consumables. Take Canada’s Snacko, which is using multiple services, from Uber Eats to Canada-based SkipTheDishes. Snacko Founder and Owner Connor McPhail tells PYMNTS why this business model allows the company to run lean and scale quickly. Read More...

The McDonald’s Q3 2018 earnings surpassed estimates, buoyed by digital initiatives such as self-serve kiosks and delivery that led to higher tickets. At the same time, the quick-service restaurant (QSR) plans to bring delivery to thousands more locations. Executives say the move capitalizes on its global footprint — and the close proximity of its locations to consumers. Read More...

With every benefit comes a cost — in payments, retail, commerce and financial services, there are few free advancements. These days, it seems like for every new online customer, there’s a fraudster hoping to steal their identity. But digitization is marching on — and those that don’t reap the rewards of moving forward face the very real risks of lagging behind. Read More...