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Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Jumps 5% as Sezzle and Expensify Lead the Upside
August 16, 2024

Earnings powered the FinTech IPO Index 5% higher in a week that was, as has been the case for the last month, dominated by earnings. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Retail
Kroger Promises Product Price Cuts If Albertsons Merger Approved
August 15, 2024

Kroger has reportedly doubled the value of price cuts it has committed to making if its merger with Albertsons goes through. 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
Real-Time Treasury Transformations Define This Week in B2B Innovation
August 15, 2024

Technology is transforming the B2B space, not at a trickle but a flood of new, digital innovation. 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
MIT’s AI Risk Database May Prompt Business to Change Processes
August 15, 2024

MIT researchers’ new artificial intelligence risk database could prompt companies to overhaul their AI strategies, potentially slowing adoption but enhancing safety in an era of rapid AI proliferation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Investments
Amount Raises $30 Million to Expand Into Credit Union Space
August 15, 2024

Banking technology firm Amount has raised $30 million to expand into the credit union sector. 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....

Retail
Mars and Kellanova Forge Ahead in Digital Innovations Post-Acquisition
August 15, 2024

In the wake of Mars’ recent acquisition of Kellanova, both companies are navigating a digital landscape to assert their leadership in digital innovation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Investments
Sling Money Raises $15 Million for Money Transfer App
August 15, 2024

Stablecoin-centric money transfer app Sling Money has raised $15 million in new funds. 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...

Retail
Walmart Takes AI to Consumers as Amazon Focuses on B2B
August 15, 2024

As artificial intelligence continues transforming an array of industries, Walmart and Amazon are competing to harness generative AI to enhance their retail operations and customer experiences. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Investments
EliseAI Raises $75 Million for Renter Communication AI Platform
August 15, 2024

EliseAI, an artificial intelligence platform focusing on housing and healthcare, is valued at more than $1 billion after raising $75 million in a Series D round. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...