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PayPal Quarterly Update - Q1 2021

A roundup of PayPal news and business updates from Q1 2021.
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May 10, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
How a Local Flower Farmer’s Risk-Taking Led to a Seven-Figure Business

In honor of Earth Day, we’re highlighting Dahlia May Flower Farm owner Melanie Harrington, who grew her business in the midst of the pandemic.
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Apr 22, 2021
In Berlin, Cast Iron Skillets and QR Codes Keep Kitchenware Store Thriving

At Küchenliebe, shoppers can find durable kitchenware that'll last for generations and pay for their purchases using PayPal QR Codes.
PayPal Product
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Apr 6, 2021
- Performance
- Social Impact
PayPal to Reach Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2040

Ahead of Earth Day, PayPal’s Sri Shivananda shares how we're addressing our environmental impact and plans to reach net-zero emissions by 2040.
Corporate Social Innovation
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Apr 6, 2021
- Innovation
- Cryptocurrency
Enabling More Choice with Checkout with Crypto

Checkout with Crypto enables businesses to offer their customers more choice without requiring any additional integrations or fees for the business.
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Mar 30, 2021
- Cryptocurrency
A New Way to Use Cryptocurrency at Millions of Businesses: Checkout with Crypto from PayPal

Sell cryptocurrency through PayPal to then pay for purchases at millions of businesses in one seamless checkout flow.
PayPal Product
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Mar 30, 2021
PayPal Launches New Podcast Spotlighting Real-life Challenges Faced by Women in the Workplace

PayPal brings you Looking Up: A podcast created by Unity, a community of women and allies at PayPal working together to advance female equity and diversity.
Social Innovation Corporate
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Mar 29, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
Inspiring Stories of Small Businesses: The Adaptables with Steve Strauss

This new video series tells the stories of small business owners who have met today’s uncertainties with creative strategies to keep thriving.
Corporate Research and Insights
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Mar 24, 2021
At Red’s Best, QR code technology and fishing traditions go together

The QR codes on Red's Best packaging allow customers to learn about their seafood, and PayPal QR Codes make payments at their market store in Boston touch-free.
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Mar 22, 2021
From Glitter to Origami, Crafting Is Making a Comeback

Picked up a new hobby during the pandemic? You aren’t alone. Here’s how the surge in COVID-compatible hobbies has impacted three crafty businesses.
PayPal Research and Insights
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Mar 17, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
How an Indigenous, Sister-Owned Brand Maintained its Business and Supported Local SMBs

Sapling & Flint, an Indigenous, women-owned Canadian jewelry brand leveraged digital and social to maintain their business during the pandemic.

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Mar 15, 2021
PayPal Honors the Contributions of Underrepresented Women with Establishment of Maggie Lena Walker Award

Corporate Social Innovation
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Mar 9, 2021
- Performance
- Social Impact
Paving the Path to Economic Equality for Women Around the World

PayPal’s Louise Pentland reflects on the needed progress to achieve economic equality for women around the world and what PayPal is doing to help.
Corporate Social Innovation
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Mar 1, 2021
How These Los Angeles Residents and Their Playful Pups Are Getting Active and Staying Safe During the Pandemic

Los Angeles residents are staying healthy by kayaking at Pro SUP Shop. Read how contactless payments have helped keep them safe and active during COVID-19.
PayPal Product
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Feb 24, 2021
Help grow your small business with Venmo: Business profiles are officially available for all sellers

Businesses can get discovered, organize their business transactions and easily accept payments from customers touch free, with a business profile on the Venmo app.
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Feb 24, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
How a Black-Owned Beauty Brand Expanded its Business During the Pandemic

Afrocenchix, a UK-based small business, saw impressive growth during the pandemic. Co-founder Rachel Corson shares the business' story and offers advice.
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Feb 23, 2021
Relief Efforts for Southern Storms: How You Can Help

Support those affected by winter storms in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. 100% of your donation via PayPal Giving Fund will support a charity assisting with relief efforts.
Social Innovation
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Feb 21, 2021
Food Entrepreneur Brings His Vegan Cheese Business Online With Help From PayPal

Matt Mullens founded Empasta Cheeze with the goal of providing a sustainable alternative for his local community. Now, it’s a national e-commerce business.
PayPal Corporate
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Feb 16, 2021
- Product
- Venmo
Available Now - Get the Most out of Venmo with the Venmo Credit Card

With the Venmo Credit Card, you’ll be able to unlock a new and exciting way to access the simplicity, convenience and fun of Venmo in your everyday life.
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Feb 16, 2021
How a Local Artist’s Social Justice Advocacy Led to Global Brand Recognition

In spite of pandemic challenges, small business owner Nadia Lloyd evolved her business, resulting in a boom in brand recognition.
Research and Insights
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Feb 10, 2021
PayPal Quarterly Update – Q4

A roundup of PayPal news and business updates from Q4 2020.
Corporate
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Feb 5, 2021
- Product
- Venmo
Calling All Merchants! Trust, Simplicity and Social Connectivity Prevail as Venmo Customers’ Most Valued Payment Tool Features

New Venmo Behavior Study explores valuable insights for merchants to consider to reach a broader audience.
Venmo Research and Insights
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Jan 19, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
Introducing the PayPal-Morning Consult Small Business Confidence Index

The quarterly index measures the sentiment of SMBs in the U.S. to understand how to work more effectively across the public and private sectors to jumpstart recovery efforts.
Research and Insights
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Jan 19, 2021
- Product
- PayPal
PayPal Increases Conversion, Average Order Value and Net Promoter Score for Merchants

PayPal Research and Insights
New data from Nielsen shows how PayPal can help increase purchase conversion, improve customer trust, loyalty and the likelihood of repeat purchases.
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Jan 14, 2021
Why Should Merchants Care About Authorization Rates?

Mercator Advisory Group sits down with PayPal to answer questions about an often overlooked metric that has substantial influence on revenue.
Research and Insights
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Jan 7, 2021

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