The retail giant has acquired Small Society, a developer of mobile shopping apps.
This holiday season saw unprecedented growth in online retail in SA.
Total retail sales increase in November while sales at non-store retailers increased at more than twice that rate, says a US department.
The strongest overall spending gains have been driven by the mid-income households, says comScore.
This year's holiday shopping has risen with help from discounting and promotions, says comScore.
The deal brings Vayant's OneSearch fares and shopping engine capabilities to OpenJaw's xDistributor Internet booking system.
Cash could be redundant by 2016, thanks to mobile phones and NFC technology, says Forrester.
The retailer seeks to benefit from the increasing demand for digital film services and counter falling sales.
Focusing exclusively on its new technology offering, HMV techshop will stock items including iPods, tablet devices and headphones.
The apps were designed as self-service tools and to help the retailer create more personal relationships with customers.
With the purchase, VeriFone is looking to bring the power of mobile into the world of retail and payments.
Ukash honours commitment to safe online shopping by sponsoring the 2011 Prepaid Awards Ceremony.