Big Data was the big winner in this week’s B2B venture capital breakdown, as startups explore how to help the enterprise handle the deluge of data at its fingertips now that corporates are embracing digital tools. Big Data startups scored the most funding and the...
Blockchain-based challenger bank BABB — which stands for Bank Account-Based Blockchain — has hired a new CIO. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...
Alternative small business (SMB) lending platform Funding Circle has announced a new partnership with a traditional lender. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...
Providing financial services to legal marijuana businesses in the U.S. has proven a challenging, complicated venture for the nation’s banks. As more financial institutions (FIs) warm up to the idea, one bank in Maryland is taking significant steps to address cannabis companies’ FinServ challenges. Get...
The Bank of England is reportedly exploring the possibility of developing and issuing its own digital currency, according to recent reports in The Telegraph. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
In what was one of the most dramatic representations of the blockchain hype in 2017, a cigar company based in Florida reportedly ditched cigars entirely to operate in cryptocurrency mining. It’s a dramatic turnaround for the firm, Rich Cigars — which rebranded as Intercontinental Technology, Inc....
China’s central bank is reportedly looking to enhance the efficiency of cross-border payments by lengthening the operating hours of its payments clearing system for high-value transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
Tracking how companies and their employees spend money is undoubtedly a critical component, not only for cash flow management, but also to ensure regulatory compliance and accurate financial reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...
SAP is rebranding the travel and expense management company, Concur, following an acquisition of the firm in 2014. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...
