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Regulation
FTC Seeks Ideas to Prevent Misuse of AI-Enabled Voice Cloning
November 16, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a proactive stance in protecting consumers from the potential dangers of artificial intelligence-enabled voice cloning technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

CFPB
CFPB: Medical Bills Account for 15% of Consumer Complaints
November 16, 2023

American consumers are routinely hounded over medical bills they don’t even owe. 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...

Retail
Price Hikes No Longer ‘Badge of Honor’ in Cooling Economy
November 16, 2023

Prices are finally coming down at many retailers. Consumers still may not feel relieved. 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...

Security & Fraud
Report: Samsung Discloses Year-Long Data Breach in UK Store
November 16, 2023

Samsung has reportedly disclosed a year-long breach of its systems, which resulted in unauthorized access to the personal data of customers who made purchases at its U.K. store. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Security & Fraud
Prove Identity Teams With Elo to Fight Fraud in Brazil
November 16, 2023

Prove Identity says Brazilian payment tech company Elo will use its technology to battle fraud. 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...

Retail
Is AI Macy’s Santa’s Little Helper?
November 16, 2023

In the midst of the holiday season, while numerous retailers anticipate a weak consumer spending forecast amid an inventory glut, Macy’s may have set itself apart.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Banking
Santander Intros Overdraft-Free Checking Accounts
November 16, 2023

Santander has introduced a checking account designed to help customers avoid overdrafts. 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...

Banking
Report: FDIC Will Bill Big Banks to Replenish Insurance Fund
November 16, 2023

America’s banking giants are reportedly on the hook for replenishing the government deposit insurance fund. 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,...

Retail
Clothing, Furnishings and Appliances Lead In-Store Purchases
November 16, 2023

The rise of eCommerce and the integration of online and offline shopping have shaped the way consumers are making their purchases.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...