Tom Barkley

Nov 23, 2024 | businessandamerica.com | Tom Barkley

Think you can spot a fake dollar? It’s getting more challenging because more security features have been incorporated into the design of bills to thwart increasingly sophisticated counterfeiters. Still, there are some key signs that can help detect doctored dollars, along with a host of equipment that can help you avoid falling victim to counterfeiting. The U.S. dollar is the world’s most popular currency and a favorite target for counterfeiters.

Aug 20, 2024 | cpj.org | Tom Barkley

Dakar, August 20, 2024—Cameroonian journalist Samuel Bondjock has had to appear in court more than 30 times in almost 30 months to face criminal defamation charges that could put him in jail — even though the country’s media regulator dismissed the complaint against him in 2022.

Jul 15, 2024 | forbes.com | Tom Barkley

By Tom BarkleyA kaleidoscope of new payment methods and evolving customer preferences is making the checkout experience a key differentiator for enterprise merchants. The pandemic accelerated the adoption of contactless payments, enduring inflation has increased the popularity of buy now, pay later (BNPL) options and technological advances have given retailers new capabilities, such as using smartphones to provide tap-to-pay checkout services anywhere in the store.

Jun 25, 2024 | shareandstocks.com | Tom Barkley

Written by Tom BarkleyToday’s shoppers expect convenience and personalized services. Since the pandemic, demand for seamless, omnichannel shopping has extended to the entire checkout process, driving an accelerated adoption of contactless payments. Enhancing omnichannel offerings, biometrics offers the ultimate in frictionless payment solutions.

Jun 25, 2024 | forbes.com | Tom Barkley |J.P. Morgan Payments

Written by Tom BarkleyToday’s shoppers expect convenience and personalized services. Since the pandemic, demand for seamless, omnichannel shopping has extended to the entire checkout process, driving an accelerated adoption of contactless payments. Enhancing omnichannel offerings, biometrics offers the ultimate in frictionless payment solutions.