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Artificial Intelligence
Conversational AI Stirs Up Spirit Sector’s Digital Transformation
January 14, 2025

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Banking
How Payments Investigations Can Cement Customers’ Relationships With Banks
January 14, 2025

Untold millions of payments representing trillions of dollars wind their way across the globe each and every day. And for the most part, the funds flow seamlessly — where as many as 98% of transactions get where they’re supposed to be. Get the Full Story...

Regulation
Robinhood to Settle SEC Charges of ‘Broad Array’ of Violations
January 13, 2025

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said Monday (Jan. 13) that two Robinhood broker-dealers have agreed to pay $45 million in combined civil penalties to settle charges that they failed to observe a “broad array” of regulatory requirements. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Regulation
Report: FTC to Sue Property Management Firm Greystar, Alleging Hidden Fees
January 13, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly preparing to sue real estate development and property management firm Greystar Real Estate Partners, alleging that the company charged tenants hidden fees. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Investments
Report: Databricks Completes Largest Financing Round Yet, Raising $5 Billion
January 13, 2025

Databricks has reportedly raised $5 billion in financing, its largest debt raise ever, according to a Monday (Jan. 13) Bloomberg report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

CFPB
CFPB Seeks to Stop Financial Companies From ‘Weaponizing’ Fine Print
January 13, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said Monday (Jan. 13) that it aims to stop financial companies from using fine print in contracts that results in customers waiving their legal rights or free speech. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
From Storefronts to Social Media: How Primark Is Connecting With US Shoppers
January 13, 2025

Known for its value-driven fashion, discount department store chain Primark is stepping up its game in the U.S.with a bold new marketing strategy. After nearly a decade of strategic expansion, the global retailer is now ready to take its presence to the next level with...

Retail
How Digital Engagement is Reshaping the $320 Billion Food Service Industry
January 13, 2025

For Mani Kulasooriya, co-founder and CEO of Cut+Dry, an eCommerce and advertising platform for independent food service distributors and manufacturers, digital engagement is impacting the industry in new ways. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

B2B Payments
3 Reasons Now Is the Golden Age of B2B Procurement
January 13, 2025

Digital transformation’s impact is typically specific to each sector, company or workflow. 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...