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Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI’s Technology Is Not Yet Fully Optimized for Healthcare
October 06, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) faces many growing pains as it seeks its footing. In a recent survey, management consulting firm Bain & Company reveals that the main barriers to generative AI in healthcare are a lack of resources, expertise and regulation, with data access and...

Retail
Amazon and Walmart Fight for Early Holiday Shoppers in Head-to-Head Battle
October 06, 2023

Amazon and Walmart will face off in a duel next week, going head-to-head to capture the loyalty and spending of shoppers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Slides 3% as Affirm and Blend Lead Declining Stocks
October 06, 2023

The FinTech IPO Index gave up nearly 3%, coming into the end of the first full trading week of the fourth quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Artificial Intelligence
Voice Tech Adoption Uneven as Consumers Aim to Balance Convenience With Trust
October 06, 2023

Consumers today are increasingly seeking smarter, simpler, and more connected routines, and voice technology has the potential to fulfill these needs. However, the adoption of voice technology remains uneven as consumers grapple with the balance between convenience and trust. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Artificial Intelligence
IBM’s AI Consulting Business Expected to Grow by $1 Billion in 2024
October 05, 2023

IBM’s artificial intelligence (AI) projects are reportedly set to contribute to its continuing turnaround. 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, PYMNTS...

Artificial Intelligence
Barclays Analysts See Meta as Well-Positioned for Growth in AI
October 05, 2023

Barclays analysts reportedly believe that Meta Platforms, with its integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology into its apps, is well-positioned for growth in the AI industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Banking
Central Banks, BIS and FI Projects Point to Growing Embrace of Tokenized Deposits
October 05, 2023

The Bank for International Settlements, central banks and traditional financial institutions (FIs) are in the midst of tackling various ways and means of creating and using tokenized bank deposits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Retail
Walmart Promotes Upcoming Deals as It Prepares ‘Holiday Kickoff’ Event
October 05, 2023

Walmart has shared with the public some of the deals it will offer as it works to get a jump on its competitors by helping shoppers get an early start on their holiday shopping. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

IPO
Birkenstock May Struggle to Find Footing in Rocky IPO Market
October 05, 2023

Birkenstock may need a bigger toe-hold in the direct-to-consumer market before it goes public. 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, PYMNTS Today....