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Cross-border Payments
Commercial Cards Become Cash Flow Catalysts for Cross-Border B2B Payments
November 18, 2024

Cross-border trade is a huge business, totaling roughly $190 trillion in 2023. Sourcing goods and services globally and establishing supply chains that transcend borders have become part of the corporate DNA. However, navigating the complexities of cross-border payments remains a challenge as businesses grapple with...

Artificial Intelligence
Tech Investor Niel: EU Risks Being ‘Abandoned’ in AI Race
November 17, 2024

Can Europe create leading artificial intelligence (AI) firms without spending as much as companies in America? 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
Charm Your Chatbot: Magic Words That Boost AI Responsiveness
November 16, 2024

Being nice to your chatbot turns out to be more than just digital decorum. According to a recent research, users who mind their manners with artificial intelligence (AI) assistants get faster, more accurate help, while their ruder counterparts face frustration. Get the Full Story Complete...

IPO
Report: Klarna Aims to List IPO in New York in H1 2025
November 15, 2024

Klarna is reportedly looking to list its recently announced initial public offering (IPO) in New York in the first half of 2025. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Artificial Intelligence
This Week in AI: Shopping Overhaul Sweeps Tech as Giants Roll Out Automated Agents
November 15, 2024

OpenAI is leading a wave of artificial intelligence (AI) commerce innovation with its upcoming “Operator” shopping assistant, while Apple plans a smart home hub for March release that will streamline voice purchases through its ecosystem. The breakthroughs extend beyond retail, as the FAA explores AI...

B2B Payments
Surging Business Innovation Puts Compliance Role at Center of Growth
November 15, 2024

From blockchain to artificial intelligence (AI) and embedded finance, innovation within B2B is continually reaching new heights. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
AI App Race Intensifies as Tech Giants Vie for Consumer Attention
November 15, 2024

Google’s quiet global rollout of its Gemini iPhone app on Thursday (Nov. 14) marks the latest move by tech companies to capture mainstream users seeking AI tools for everyday tasks on their phones. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
From Sneaker Obsession to D2C Success: How Richard Brown Built Proof Culture
November 15, 2024

Proof Culture founder and CEO Richard Brown’s love of sneakers began long before he ever thought of turning his passion into a direct-to-consumer business. He vividly remembers the thrill of getting his first pair of LA Gears when he was a kid, carefully laying them...

Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI Readies ‘Operator’ Agent With eCommerce
November 15, 2024

OpenAI reportedly plans to release an autonomous computer-controlling agent called “Operator,” marking a significant advance in artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can independently browse the web and complete online transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...