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5 reasons ecommerce should embrace blockchain [infographic]

GetElastic

Since 2008, blockchain currency has changed how people view financial transactions. The elimination of middlemen also reduces costs incurred from fraud or product duplicity, and transacting parties can process payments using cryptocurrencies instead of relying on EDI.

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72 American Business Owners on What Motivated Them To Become Entrepreneurs

BigCommerce

My son graduated with a degree in online marketing in 2008. The 2008 housing bust and weak economy had me laid off as an engineer in the midst of new health concerns personally. Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. We are integrated with Stitchlabs as a result of BigCommerce. The opportunity for growth.

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234 American Business Owners on Starting, Scaling and Staying Inspired

BigCommerce

My son graduated with a degree in online marketing in 2008. The 2008 housing bust and weak economy had me laid off as an engineer in the midst of new health concerns personally. – Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. – Edie Ramstad, Owner, Weave Got Maille. And realize you cannot do it all yourself.