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AI Evaluation Initiative Could Boost Commercial Adoption
July 02, 2024

Anthropic’s new funding program for advanced artificial intelligence (AI) evaluations could accelerate the adoption of AI across various commercial sectors, industry experts say.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Safe Ticketing Launches Resale Ticket Purchasing Platform in US
July 02, 2024

Safe Ticketing launched a resale ticket purchasing platform in the United States. 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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1 in 5 Retail Shoppers Is Influenced by Written Content 
July 02, 2024

As consumers increasingly turn to digital content for shopping inspiration, articles are proving to be a relatively effective motivator for purchasing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Mid-Market Retailers Innovate to Survive in a Tight Economy
July 02, 2024

As ongoing financial pressures make it harder for mid-market retailers to compete, without the scale of industry giants or the close customer connections of mom-and-pop shops, these merchants are forced to adapt if they do not want to go the way of, say, Sam Ash....

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Gap’s Promising Turnaround Efforts Suggest Blueprint for Legacy Apparel Retailers
July 02, 2024

Gap, a once-dominant force in American retail that has faced challenges in recent years, is undergoing a years-long effort to reclaim its position in a highly competitive market — a journey that serves as an indicator for how legacy apparel brands can hold their own...

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Global AI Regulation Heats Up: France Targets Nvidia, California Proposes Safety Rules and US Senators...
July 02, 2024

Governments and regulators worldwide are scrambling to address the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. From France’s antitrust investigation into Nvidia to California’s new safety legislation and U.S. senators’ resistance to AI regulation in political ads, the global response highlights the complex struggle to...

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How Banks and Big Tech Use AI to Modernize Workflows
July 02, 2024

Unlocking operational leverage is the name of the game for today’s businesses. 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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FleetUp and RoadFlex Create Integrated Fleet Expense Management Solution
July 02, 2024

FleetUp and RoadFlex have integrated their solutions to automate fleet expense management and fuel management, from data collection to reporting. 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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Mashreq Launches API-Enabled Instant Payments for Corporate Clients in UAE
July 02, 2024

Mashreq has launched a new application programming interface (API)-enabled instant payment solution for its corporate and institutional clients in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...