MCommerce Digest- March 01-31, 2012

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• Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 01- Mar 04, 2012• Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 05- Mar 11, 2012• Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 12- Mar 18, 2012• Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 19- Mar 25, 2012• Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 26- Mar 31, 2012

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The penetration of smartphones is racing ahead as 48%of mobile phone users globally have a Smartphone device.http://bit.ly/x7sPDe

A concise read to understand how Mobile commerce enables brands to use its image recognition platform for shopping.http://bit.ly/ADzlSu

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Consumers are comfortable making purchases with their phones, just as they would with a PC. http://www.bloggernews.net/127761

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 1- 4, 2012

Insightful infographic on the top list of online retail penetration & valuable e-retail markets of the world. http://bit.ly/yjF0E8

About 35 percent of all online transaction is completed via a mobile device according to a new study. Read more: http://bit.ly/xjdnnK

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Perspective read on how adoption of Smartphones and tablets has caused a rise in mobile commerce. http://bit.ly/A4WhNQ

Internet & Smartphone devices have transformed the business of communication, creating a 24/7 channel for consumers. http://bit.ly/xua5G6

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 1- 4, 2012

Mobile web is the top way consumers access mobile banking according to Javelin Strategy & Research. http://bit.ly/ApeFfm

Value proposition for mobile money depends on the existing financial service infrastructure according to ICT report. http://bit.ly/zsZSX2

Statistics reveal 61% of adults bank online reaffirming the growth of mobile banking. http://bit.ly/A12S79

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37 percent of American consumers have taken part in mobile commerce in some or the other way. http://bit.ly/x2qBgV

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 5 - 11, 2012

An insightful read on how mobile commerce boost e-retail sales from 0.4% to 5.3%. http://bit.ly/A6ZlYt

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QR codes plays a major role in the evolution of mobile commerce. Check out how restaurants embrace QR codes. http://on.mash.to/wGL8D3

Android continued to grow its share in the Smartphone market according to new ComScore report. http://bit.ly/AaIncn

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 5 – 11, 2012

Take a look at the future of augmented reality-powered advertising at its best. http://bit.ly/yMa90R

Smartphone users in U.S. hit a new high with record 100 million users. http://bit.ly/xzdy8v

Growing acceptance of mobile commerce among the masses leads to standards for regulation of mobile commerce. http://bit.ly/xgjnYx

Logistic companies drive on profits from growing e-commerce transactions. http://on.ft.com/ygbVAL

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Industry retailers come together to enable customers to purchase using mobile payments. http://bit.ly/w68TQk

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 12 – 18, 2012

Comprehend how mobile financial services can serve as a means for financial inclusion on a global basis. http://bit.ly/wSOpxc

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The unbanked segments of Pakistan propose huge opportunity to expand mobile and branchless banking. http://bit.ly/yx81BY

A concise read on sustainable banking and how technology plays a major role in financial inclusion. http://bit.ly/zFOYB6

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 12 – 18, 2012

Over 77% tablet owners use their devices to shop online and 84% download 7 shopping apps on an average. http://bit.ly/xkGgFl

Mobile Internet to overtake desktop usage by 2014 predicts Efficient Frontier. http://bit.ly/yfyJ0X

Mobile money market in the UK  heating up to make the most of London Olympics 2012. http://bit.ly/GBqOdx  

A concise read on mobile banking trends over the next five years and predicted areas of its growth. http://bit.ly/GIQlpf

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Lucrative subscriber's base of 1.2 billions ranks India high with providers of mobile money services. http://bit.ly/wBTa9F

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 19 – 25, 2012

MCommerce driving mobile ad spends by a whooping 157%. Retail is the biggest spender on mobile advertising. http://bit.ly/GBZvSY  

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RBI asks banks to open 25% branches in rural areas in its drive towards financial inclusion. http://bit.ly/GGf90H  

Ecommerce augments in Italy with 20% hike in online retail and mobile commerce growing 210% in 2011. http://bit.ly/GAfDEj

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 19 – 25, 2012

Understand why brands need to recognize the potential of mobile presence to boost sales & get closer with customers. http://bit.ly/GM2Krw

Mobile revolution has moved e-commerce from computers to Smartphones, making business cost effective. http://bit.ly/x39ah8

Mobile commerce with right mobile apps and services sees £1 million in sales for Domino’s mobile platform. http://bit.ly/He8arD

New customers might be driving the e-commerce boom but it’s the existing customers who account for higher percentage of online sales. Take a look at the 5 trends driving e-commerce.  http://smrt.io/GTpdUr

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Growing broadband penetration and a large consumer market pegs India as a strong player in the e-commerce segment.http://bit.ly/H5b1oj

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 26 – 31, 2012

Uganda surprises the world as mobile money transfers grows to touch $1.6 billion mark.  http://bit.ly/GUt9Wq

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Reports suggest consumers no longer hesitant of buying shoes online as revenue reach $7.8 billion, a rise of 16.3%. http://bit.ly/H3l4wV

63% percent of Smartphone consumers use their devices while shopping, according to a new study from Forrester Research. http://bit.ly/H7kcDy

Latest news in Mcommerce Mar 26 – 31, 2012

An online shopping data captures an interesting snapshot of new iPad sales trend. Click here to know more: http://on.mash.to/HoTeai

Obopay introduces a new and convenient disbursement product for businesses that will facilitate the functioning of businesses. http://bit.ly/H0ilqG

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Highlights: Mar 01- Mar 31, 2012

Retail site visits through mobile devices experienced impressive growth, exceeding 10% for the first time. IMRG Capgemini's latest Quarter Benchmarking Index reveals massive growth with mobile sales accounting for 5.3% of e-retail sales in the fourth quarter of 2011 - a rise of 1,320% in two years.

As consumer reports estimate that almost 30% of Americans use their phones for banking, accessing medical records, and storing other sensitive data, they do not take precautions to secure their phones. Handset manufacturers, application developers, and mobile security vendors continue working to improve mobile security.

Businesses today are taking note of the difference that smartphones are making in people’s shopping habits. The Nielsen study showed that 22 percent of Smartphone owners have used their mobile device to make a purchase through an m-commerce website or a mobile app.

The penetration of smartphones is racing ahead and shows no signs of stopping, though it is notably changing the way that consumers are interacting with the online environment. Tablets are also used for more browser-based features, which is important for retailers and brands to take into account when rolling out tablet initiatives. 

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