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How Many Chips Could You Buy With $74 Billion?
July 01, 2024

As tech giants worldwide scramble to dominate the artificial intelligence (AI) chip market, South Korea’s SK Hynix is making a $74.6 billion wager that could redefine the semiconductor industry — and perhaps the future of computing itself.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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State Bank of India Launches Web-Based Invoice Financing Solution
July 01, 2024

The State Bank of India reportedly launched a web-based invoice financing solution for microbusinesses and small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Basware Integrates With Amazon Business to Streamline Purchasing
July 01, 2024

Accounts payable automation and procurement solutions provider Basware announced an integration with Amazon Business. 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...

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Robinhood Purchases Pluto to Provide AI-Powered Investment Advice
July 01, 2024

Trading platform Robinhood is acquiring artificial intelligence (AI) research service Pluto Capital. 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...

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AI Explained: AI Alignment
July 01, 2024

As artificial intelligence systems grow increasingly powerful and ubiquitous, a critical challenge has emerged: ensuring these systems behave in beneficial ways that align with human values. This challenge, known as “AI alignment,” has become a focal point for researchers, tech companies and policymakers grappling with...

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Report: Online Shopping Warehouse Boom Transforms Rural Towns
July 01, 2024

America’s love of online shopping has transformed communities like Shippensburg. 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...

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E.l.f. Begins Selling Physical Products Through Roblox Virtual Kiosk
July 01, 2024

Beauty brand e.l.f. has expanded its partnership with virtual world and gaming platform Roblox to include real-world commerce. 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...

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Synchrony: Personalized Financing Strategy Boosts Big-Ticket Commerce
July 01, 2024

Macroeconomic uncertainty over inflation and interest rates is affecting big-ticket items and leading to shifts among consumers. 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...

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Target Tries to Shake Off ‘Pandemic Hangover’ as Sales Slump
June 30, 2024

After seeing revenues surge during the pandemic, Target has been facing tough times. 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....