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But Cyber Monday is hardly a recent phenomenon. In fact, it first kicked off six years ago as a way for online retailers to compensate for the lack of brick and mortar store locations. Check out the infographic below for a deeper look at the history of Cyber Monday (click image to enlarge).

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The following infographic explores the history of Black Friday and offers predictions for the future. With this, retailers can better understand the origin of the day and get essential insights to make the next Black Friday a success.

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