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Retail
Why Streaming Services Dominate Subscription Commerce
July 16, 2019

The streaming market is an increasingly competitive space. AT&T’s WarnerMedia is planning to launch HBO Max, while Disney+ and Apple TV will also start giving Netflix a run for its money soon. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

B2B Payments
Xolo Receives $6.8M, Debuts New Tools For Freelancers
July 16, 2019

Xolo, formerly named LeapIN, has announced new funding and the debut of a new service targeted toward “virtual companies.” 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...

B2B Payments
After B2B Payments Embrace The Cloud: What’s Next?
July 16, 2019

When consumers use mobile apps like Uber or iTunes, the expectation that payments occur in a seamless, integrated way represents a broader paradigm shift in the payments world — one that is seeping into the corporate community as well. Get the Full Story Complete the...

B2B Payments
Digital Banking Partnerships Gain Traction in the US
July 16, 2019

Digital-only bank N26, based in Europe, has linked with Axos to launch in the US.  Elsewhere in Europe, Lloyds has partnered with Blue Motor Finance to bring instant payments APIs to market.

B2B Payments
City Of London Group Preps UK Banking License For Recognise
July 16, 2019

The U.K. is seeing no signs that its influx of challenger banks will slow down. 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,...

B2B Payments
Bank of Montreal Connects With Demica For Trade Finance
July 16, 2019

The Bank of Montreal is collaborating with a FinTech on supply chain finance services. 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...

B2B Payments
What WhatsApp’s Security Vulnerability Means For Freelancers
July 16, 2019

This week’s news of a security flaw in the Android versions of WhatsApp and Telegram, first revealed by Symantec, marked the latest cybersecurity warning for users of high-profile technologies. In a blog post published Monday (July 15), Symantec warned of the security vulnerability that could...

Regulation
New US Legislation Aims To Compete With China For 5G Tech
July 16, 2019

A Republican lawmaker has introduced legislation that would boost the “representation and leadership” of U.S. firms when it comes to 5G technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Investments
Lendbuzz FinTech Raises $150M In Debt And Equity Financing
July 16, 2019

FinTech Lendbuzz has announced Monday (July 15) that it has secured an additional $150 million in debt and equity financing led by 83North, with participation from existing investors.  The debt funding was led by BHI, ConnectOne Bank, IDB Bank, Viola Credit and a large insurance...