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Retail
Misfits Market CEO: D2C Perishables Brands Increasingly Seek Plug-and-Play Fulfillment 
February 12, 2024

As direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands increasingly look for ways to cut costs amid ongoing economic challenges, Misfits Market is noting the opportunity to drive more revenue from its existing fulfillment capabilities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Social Commerce
X to Launch New Tools That Connect Advertisers and Creators
February 12, 2024

X, formerly known as Twitter, is preparing to launch new ways for advertisers to align with content creators to reach consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

B2B Payments
The Consumer Experience Meets Business Payments Requirements
February 12, 2024

The tug-of-war between institutional inertia and innovation is coming to a head in business-to-business (B2B) payments.  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...

Artificial Intelligence
FIs Explore GenAI Potential in Small Business Lending Despite Customer Concerns
February 12, 2024

Financial institutions are embracing the integration of generative artificial intelligence into their operations, recognizing it as a vital step to remain competitive in today’s fast-evolving financial services landscape. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Banking
EU Bank Watchdog Warns Lenders of Once ‘Inconceivable’ Risks
February 12, 2024

Europe’s new top bank regulator wants lenders to beef up plans for dealing emerging risks. 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,...

Payments Innovation
Davidson Hospitality Group Adopts eTip’s Digital Tipping Platform
February 12, 2024

Davidson Hospitality Group has selected eTip as a digital tipping partner. 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 form, you...

Retail
L’Oréal Sees 150% Increase in Virtual Try-Ons as Consumers Seek AR Immersion
February 12, 2024

L’Oréal is seeing a rapid uptick in adoption of virtual try-ons, as consumers increasingly seek out mixed-reality technologies that bring real-world-like immersion to online shopping. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Investments
Mia Share Raises $6.5 Million to Facilitate Digital Tuition Payments
February 12, 2024

Mia Share has raised $6.5 million in a seed round to grow its platform that streamlines digital payment options for trade and technical schools. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Retail
Trouble Ahead for Department Stores as Luxury Brands Move Direct-to-Consumer
February 12, 2024

As luxury brands increasingly find ways to create direct relationships with their customers, high-end department store chains are facing new challenges. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...