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Retail
As Snap Seals Its AR Fate, Brands Dive Deeper Into Augmented Retail  
October 18, 2023

Retailers are turning to augmented reality (AR) to craft consumer experiences that not only resonate and leave a lasting impression but also instill greater confidence in the brand, ultimately motivating consumers to make a purchase. The latest brand to do that is beauty company Pat...

Retail
As Inflation Tightens Wallets, Hermès Expands With Makeup to Win Consumers 
October 18, 2023

Luxury fashion brand Hermès has broadened its offerings in the beauty sector, introducing a new line of products that includes mascara, eyeshadow, and makeup brushes.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Payment Methods
Fed Will Float Reduced Debit Card Fees for Merchants
October 18, 2023

The Federal Reserve is reportedly ready to propose reducing debit card fees for merchants. 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...

B2B Payments
Loop CEO: Logistics Payments Is Transforming Into a Data Business 
October 18, 2023

Intractable problems are frequently where complexity meets resilience. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
Nearly Two-Thirds of Americans Want an AI Copilot to Help Book Travel
October 18, 2023

Consumers are weighing the pros and cons of artificial intelligence (AI) in their lives. 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...

Delivery
PayPal Rolls Out Package Tracking Feature
October 17, 2023

PayPal has launched a package tracking feature on its app.  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,...

IPO
Report: Companies Rush to File IPOs Amid Looming Government Shutdown
October 17, 2023

The possibility of a U.S. government shutdown has prompted companies to take action and expedite their plans to go public. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Faster Payments
UAE Central Bank Launches Instant Payment Platform Aani
October 17, 2023

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has introduced Aani, an instant payments platform.  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...

Investments
JOOR Raises $25 Million to Boost Fashion Wholesale Platform
October 17, 2023

Digital wholesale ecosystem JOOR has raised $25 million to expand its platform for fashion retailers and develop its JOOR Pay solution.  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...