Today's headlines

Social networks Sports Authority distributes mobile deals via Foursquare to drive foot traffic
By Dan Butcher
	As an official launch partner of Foursquare version 3.0, sporting goods retailer Sports Authority is offering consumers Flash Special deals and other discount offers via the location-based mobile social network. Entire article

Music Atlantic Records taps eBay’s RedLaser to drive pre-sales of Lupe Fiasco album
By Dan Butcher
	RedLaser partnered with Atlantic Records music artist Lupe Fiasco to promote his new album “Lasers” and drive pre-order sales by encouraging fans to scan a QR code. Entire article

Webinars Webinar on March 31: How Sears and Kmart integrate mobile in a multichannel context
By Staff reports
	How do Sears and Kmart include mobile in their multichannel efforts for transactions and marketing? Register now to hear Michael Murray, Sears Holding CMO for online, in this free hour-long webinar at 2 p.m. ET on March 31. Entire article

Applications Whatser revamps location-based social app
By Rheana Murray
	City-centric social application Whatser launched in November, but the company just released a new version of its app with updated features that allow users to better explore their favorite local spots and share them with friends. Entire article

Applications Poggled offers mobile deals to entice Chicago’s nightlife consumers
By Rimma Kats
	Poggled, a Chicago-based Internet company, is offering cocktail and beer discounts to customers of bars and nightclubs around the city via an iPhone application. Entire article

Content Submissions invited for new Classic Guide to Mobile Commerce
By Staff reports
	Mobile Commerce Daily is inviting editorial submissions for the next edition of its Classic Guide to Mobile Commerce, a comprehensive resource of how-to and best-practice tips on mobile commerce. Entire article

Columns Don’t ignore alternative payments
By Dan Butcher
	Regulatory compliance costs, technology advancements and changing consumer buying patterns have forced marketers to think beyond traditional payment. Entire article

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