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Regulation
India Cracks Down on ‘Sketchy’ FinTech KYC Rules
February 22, 2024

India’s banking regulator has made some high-profile enforcement moves in recent weeks. 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...

Delivery
Uber Eats Takes Its Robot Delivery Show on the Road
February 22, 2024

As on-demand delivery aggregators look to automation to reduce labor costs, Uber sees the opportunity to roll out autonomous sidewalk robots in dense cities worldwide — but only for certain kinds of orders. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Banking
Regions Financial Managing Deposit Costs, Expecting Fed Interest Rate Cuts
February 21, 2024

Regions Financial is shortening the tenors of certificates of deposits (CDs). 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...

eCommerce
Etsy Counts on Consumers’ Gifting Splurges Amid Overall Belt-Tightening
February 21, 2024

Consumers’ hesitancy to buy themselves nice things amid ongoing economic challenges is taking a hit on Etsy. Now, the eCommerce marketplace is turning its focus to gifting, where many are still willing to be generous. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

eCommerce
eCommerce Giants Make Headway Crafting Services Across Merchant Marketplaces
February 21, 2024

For eCommerce giants — Walmart, Amazon and Shopify are among the most visible examples — the continued surge in online shopping has given momentum to efforts to craft merchant marketplaces. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Payments Innovation
Roblox Game Developer Earnings Leap 19% in 2023
February 21, 2024

Roblox game developers earned a record $741 million in 2023. 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,...

eCommerce
Half of Online Shoppers Demand Easy Checkout Experiences
February 21, 2024

As merchants look to attract eCommerce customers, offering a simple, convenient checkout journey can be key to shopper acquisition and loyalty. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Investments
Spektr Raises $5.4 Million to Expand Automation-Led Compliance Solution
February 21, 2024

Spektr came out of stealth and announced it raised 5 million euros (about $5.4 million) in a seed round. 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...

Retail
US Smartphone Sales Dip 10% as Consumers Delay Upgrades
February 21, 2024

According to data from Counterpoint Research, U.S. consumer demand for smartphones fell 10% in January. 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...