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Starbucks launches in-store digital network
Seattle -- Starbucks on Wednesday launched an in-store digital network for customers with mobile devices, in a partnership with Yahoo.
The network will provide customers with six channels: News, Entertainment, Wellness, Business & Careers, My Neighborhood and Starbucks. It is powered by free WiFi and developed for screens big and small. Customers with WiFi enabled laptops, tablets or smartphones can visit the network while in line or while enjoying their favorite beverage in the cafe. -
NRF: Consumers’ holiday spending to rise slightly
Washington, D.C. -- Although the uncertain economy is still very much on their minds, Americans will increase holiday spending by approximately 1% this year as they shop less at discounters and focus more on quality and service, according to the National Retail Federation’s 2010 Holiday Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey.