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Zawya
18 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar Central Bank issues clarification on ATM withdrawal, POS issues
Doha, Qatar - Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced that a technical issue was detected in the National ATM and Point of Sale (POS) network, (NAPS), which temporarily affected ATM withdrawals and POS transactions using debit cards when used on devices not affiliated with the card-issuing bank. QCB's said that its specialised technical teams promptly took all necessary measures to resolve the issue and that the services have now resumed following a two-hour disruption. It affirmed that all other services such as credit cards and the Fawran service were not affected by this issue, as they are considered alternative payment solutions. QCB emphasised that these actions reflect its ongoing commitment to ensuring the continuity and efficiency of banking services in Qatar, in a manner that meets customer needs and ensures the quality of financial operations without interruption. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bodega Ai and SignaPay Launch Strategic Partnership to Empower Small Business Owners with Smarter, Faster, More Profitable POS Solutions
DALLAS, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SignaPay, the leader in Dual Pricing technology, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Bodega Ai, an intelligent, all-in-one point-of-sale platform that's redefining how small businesses launch, grow, and thrive. Built from the ground up with entrepreneurs in mind, Bodega Ai fuses cutting-edge AI technology with PayLo Dual Pricing to deliver a smarter POS system—designed to simplify operations, eliminate pricing confusion, and maximize profit margins. "Bodega Ai isn't just another POS—it's your smartest employee, ready on day one," said Jason Diaz, Founder of Bodega Ai. "From Ai-powered revenue generation, instant language adaption, and frictionless onboarding, we're giving small retailers the kind of power the big chains take for granted." At the core of Bodega Ai is its adaptive AI engine—offering real-time inventory suggestions, customer behavior analysis, and automated sales reporting that helps business owners make sharper decisions, faster. The platform is currently available in over 12 languages, with the ability to add more as needed, making it a go-to solution for diverse, multilingual communities. To ease startup pains, Bodega Ai comes pre-loaded with more than 200,000 of the most sold retail SKUs, allowing new merchants to hit the ground running—no tedious data entry required. "This is the most intelligent and accessible POS solution we've ever brought to market," said Matt Nern, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at SignaPay. "Pairing AI-driven insights with PayLo Dual Pricing gives merchants an unbeatable edge from day one—better tools, faster setup, and stronger profits." Limited-Time Offer: Free POS System As part of the national rollout, qualifying SignaPay Partners are eligible to place a Bodega Ai POS system free of charge to the merchants they serve. For details and eligibility, interested SignaPay Partners are encouraged to connect with a SignaPay Relationship Manager to learn more about this exclusive opportunity. Not a SignaPay Partner? Reach out to Matt Nern today at mattn@ or call today 877-751-2891 to learn more. About Bodega Ai Bodega Ai is an advanced, AI-powered point-of-sale system designed for the modern entrepreneur. With multilingual support, smart inventory tools, and intuitive reporting, Bodega Ai empowers merchants to launch and grow with confidence. About SignaPay SignaPay is a payment technology provider and the pioneer of PayLo Dual Pricing, the most trusted and compliant dual pricing solution in the U.S. SignaPay helps businesses improve profitability with innovative, transparent payment systems tailored for small business success. Media Contact: Sean Martillo Marketing Manager, SignaPay marketing@ 800-944-1399 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE SignaPay Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Standard
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Badho Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Unveils Revolutionary Platform to Fix India's Broken FMCG Distribution
VMPL New Delhi [India], July 24: In a bold move to reform India's outdated FMCG supply chain, Badho Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has announced a major breakthrough with the nationwide rollout of its flagship platform the Badho App designed to fix what industry veterans have long accepted as "normal chaos." Badho Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has quickly emerged as one of India's most disruptive startups in the B2B and retail-tech space, tackling challenges rooted deep in India's ₹30 lakh crore general trade economy. "Everyone knows the problem. We just decided to solve it," said a company spokesperson. A Development That's Redefining General Trade The recent development marks a major milestone for the company. After months of fieldwork, iteration, and pilot testing, Badho Technologies has launched a robust tech platform that directly connects kirana retailers with FMCG brands and distributors solving delays, credit bottlenecks, stock visibility gaps, and communication breakdowns in one go. Currently active across: - 11 states - 600+ cities - 1,000+ pincodes the platform is now gearing up for a pan-India expansion, making it one of the most rapidly scaling innovations in rural and semi-urban India. Built by Insiders, Not Observers What makes this development at Badho Technologies so significant is the company's DNA. Unlike other B2B platforms trying to replace the middleman, Badho App is built by people who grew up in India's mandi culture, who understand the language of dukandaars and the pain of blocked credit during peak seasons. "Our solution doesn't come from a spreadsheet it comes from the ground," says one of the founding team members. The Platform: Intelligence That Feels Natural The newly unveiled Badho App is a mobile-first B2B solution that enables: - Retailers to place direct orders from both brands and nearby distributors - Distributors to access real-time credit tools, inventory control, and sales insights - Brands to run hyperlocal, targeted campaigns and promotions - Retailers to receive instant credit, pricing updates, and scheme alerts Powered by analytics on 16 lakh+ retailers, the platform helps stakeholders see what's working where, from Rajasthan to Kerala, and dynamically adjust operations in real-time. Innovative Add-Ons Launched by Badho Technologies One of the standout innovations revealed as part of this latest development is the POS SoundBox Integration, allowing brands to play their own audio jingles every time a retailer receives a payment. This feature turns every transaction into a branding opportunity, increasing visibility and recall at the exact moment of purchase. Additional tools launched include: - Retailer engagement via gamified contests - Custom brand pages with campaign visibility - Real-time distributor performance dashboards A Human-Centric Model That Includes Distributors Unlike other platforms aiming to remove intermediaries, Badho App has taken a partnership-first approach. "Distributors are not the problem. They're the backbone," says the operations team. "We're giving them the tools, credit access, and market intelligence they never had." With this tech-enabled uplift, distributors become strategic partners, not logistical liabilities. Sustainable Growth Without Shortcuts The most notable part of this development is Badho App commitment to sustainable scaling. No discounts, no deep-burn cashbacks, and no forced onboarding. The company has expanded from 1 city to 600+ purely through product merit and word-of-mouth adoption. Now present in categories like: - FMCG (snacks, oil, flour, spices) - Agri-inputs (animal feed, seeds, fertilizers) - Personal Care and Essentials Badho App is emerging as the platform of choice for both established and emerging brands looking to build strong, direct retail networks. What This Means for India's Retail Future This development positions Badho App at the forefront of India's retail-tech transformation. With thousands of monthly transacting retailers and a powerful combination of credit, tech, and marketing tools, Badho App is not just digitizing the last mile it's reconstructing it from the ground up. If Your Brand Isn't Growing at the Store Level, It Might Be Time to Ask: - Are your listed products actually visible in kirana stores? - Are your schemes being communicated and activated at the retailer's end? - Are your competitors outperforming you in markets you thought you owned? Badho Technologies believes the answer lies in rethinking channel distribution. And with this latest rollout, it invites brands, distributors, and retailers to be a part of this movement. "If you want to win in Tier 2 to Tier 4 India," the company says, "this is not a trial market this is the market."
Arab News
16-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Hotel spending drives Saudi POS transactions to $3.5bn
RIYADH: Hotel spending in Saudi Arabia increased by 8 percent in the week ending July 12, helping total point-of-sale transaction values reach SR13.12 billion ($3.5 billion). The latest data from the Kingdom's central bank, SAMA, revealed that the sector recorded SR281.56 million in transaction value, while the number of payments rose 4.6 percent to 839 million. The overall POS value for the week dipped by 8.2 percent, with the number of transactions dropping by 3 percent to 223.57 million. According to SAMA's bulletin, the education sector saw the largest decrease, dropping by 27.6 percent to SR102.21 million. Spending on miscellaneous goods and services ranked next, decreasing 15.6 percent to SR1.51 billion, but still accounting for the third-largest share of the POS value. Restaurants and cafes, the division with the most significant share of total POS value, recorded a 1.7 percent decrease to SR1.92 billion, while the food and beverages sector saw a 13 percent decrease, totaling SR1.84 billion and claiming the second-largest share of this week's POS. The top three categories accounted for approximately 40.2 percent of the week's total spending, amounting to SR5.28 billion. Other smallest spending drops were in gas stations, slipping by 2.6 percent to SR948.99 million, and spending on building materials, which decreased by 3.7 percent to SR330.83 million. The health and furniture sectors also saw downward changes, decreasing by 7.6 percent and 4.9 percent to reach SR805.09 million and SR275.70 million, respectively. Spending on clothing and footwear dipped by 7.3 percent to SR827.14 million, followed by a 6.9 percent decrease in spending on transportation. Expenditure on jewelry followed the trend, declining 7.9 percent to SR305.49 million. Geographically, Riyadh dominated POS transactions, with expenses in the capital reaching SR4.47 billion, an 8.1 percent decrease from the previous week. Jeddah followed closely with a 7.9 percent dip to SR1.89 billion, while Dammam ranked third, down 7.9 percent to SR626.13 million. Makkah saw the smallest decrease, inching down 1.1 percent to SR530.71 million, followed by Abha with a 3.6 percent decrease to SR209.73 million. Hail recorded 3.99 million deals in activity volume, down 5.3 percent from the previous week, while Tabuk reached 4.57 million transactions, dropping 15.5 percent.
Finextra
14-07-2025
- Business
- Finextra
Clover adds integrated workforce management capabilities from Homebase
Clover, the world's smartest point-of-sale system, under parent company Fiserv, today announced system enhancements with integrated workforce management capabilities from Homebase, the all-in-one platform for small business team management. 0 This content is provided by an external author without editing by Finextra. It expresses the views and opinions of the author. This collaboration reinforces Clover's commitment to empowering small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with a comprehensive platform designed to seamlessly run their operations, including employee management, to drive better efficiency and growth. The enhancements will embed Homebase's scheduling, time tracking, and employee management capabilities into the Clover Web Dashboard, providing merchants with a single platform to manage their daily operations. "Small business owners know that every hour counts, and the burden of manual data entry alone can consume many hours each week," said Will Karczewski, Head of Clover. "By embedding Homebase's powerful employee management tools directly into the Clover Web Dashboard, we're delivering a seamless, all-in-one solution. This empowers owners to significantly reduce administrative tasks, giving them back valuable time to focus on their customers and growing their passion.' Key advantages of Clover's workforce management solution include: Unified Workforce Management: Clover seamlessly embeds Homebase's leading time clock, scheduling, and timesheet solution into the Clover Web Dashboard, providing SMBs with a powerful, all-in-one platform to manage hourly teams effortlessly. Optimize Labor & Boost Profitability: By leveraging tools that prevent early clock-ins and proactively manage overtime expenses, small businesses can benefit from more efficient operations that directly impact their bottom line. Empower Your Team & Enhance Communication: Create a more connected and productive workforce with built-in team messaging that's easily accessible on Clover devices, in addition to employee self-service features for schedules and timesheets. This helps ensure frictionless communication and allows teams to take control of changing or covering shifts. Simplify Payroll & Focus on Growth: Businesses can benefit from automated timesheet generation and easy export. These features eliminate manual data entry and errors, freeing up valuable time for owners and operators. 'Small businesses need technology that saves them time and makes their lives easier," said John Waldmann, CEO of Homebase. "By bringing Homebase's award-winning team management tools directly into the Clover Web Dashboard, small businesses can manage team schedules, track employee hours, and see sales data all in one place, streamlining day-to-day operations and eliminating the need to switch between multiple systems.' Hundreds of thousands of small businesses will benefit from the embedded solution, as it will be seamlessly deployed via the Clover Web Dashboard in a phased rollout beginning in August 2025.
