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Inlogik and Conferma Pay Partner on Solution for Business Travelers
August 31, 2023

Inlogik and Conferma Pay have partnered to introduce a solution for business travelers that aims to simplify and automate the reconciliation of hotel expenses using virtual card technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Retail
KnitWell Group Brings Together Ann Taylor, Loft and Talbots
August 31, 2023

Three brands in the specialty apparel retail industry have been brought together in the KnitWell Group, a new holding company formed by private equity firm Sycamore Partners. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Nearly Half of US Retailers Adopt Omnichannel Customer Data Innovations to Improve Operations
August 31, 2023

In today’s competitive retail landscape, understanding and leveraging customer data have become paramount for retailers. In fact, recognizing the value of omnichannel customer data and actively seeking innovative ways to gather and utilize these insights can enhance retailers’ operations and improve the overall shopping experience. ...

Artificial Intelligence
Report: OpenAI Competitor Cohere Seeking Valuation Higher Than $2.2 Billion
August 31, 2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) startup Cohere is reportedly working on a new funding round, two months after completing its previous one. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
Tackling AI With AI May Not Be Ideal. Not Yet, at Least.
August 31, 2023

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Payments Disconnect: 80% of Billers Offer in-Person or Mail Payments While Consumers Prefer Digital
August 31, 2023

In today’s digital age, consumers have varied payment preferences when it comes to paying their bills and are increasingly looking for convenient and efficient ways to do so. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Artificial Intelligence
Why Apple and Amazon Are Using AI Models, Not Selling Them
August 30, 2023

Who is winning Big Tech’s generative artificial intelligence (AI) war? 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. By completing this...

Artificial Intelligence
Report: Reid Hoffman Reduces Role at Greylock Partners to Focus on AI
August 30, 2023

Venture firm Greylock Partners is reportedly experiencing a transition as Reid Hoffman, a prominent figure in the tech industry, scales back his involvement in new deals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Artificial Intelligence
AI21 Labs Valued at $1.4 Billion After $155 Million Funding Round
August 30, 2023

AI21 Labs has raised $155 million in Series C funding to further develop and provide generative artificial intelligence (AI) services to businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...