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Regulation
UK’s CMA Says Meta Commits to Protect Advertising Customers’ Data
November 03, 2023

The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said Friday (Nov. 3) that Meta has made commitments to not use its advertising customers’ data. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Banking
Bank of England Official Says Technology Increases Risk of Bank Runs
November 03, 2023

With technology increasing the risk of bank runs, central banks must ensure that banks maintain appropriate liquidity insurance. 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...

Loyalty & Rewards
Starbucks Taps Additional Rewards Partnerships to Widen Loyalty Audience
November 03, 2023

Starbucks is adding two new rewards partners to grow loyalty engagement and reach new customers. 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,...

Payment Methods
Payment Choice Is the Best Feature Merchants Can Offer Consumers
November 03, 2023

Consumers in different countries go for a diverse mix of shopping features, ranging from coupons and rewards to free shipping, availability of buy now, pay later (BNPL), or refunds in digital purchases. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Retail
Can Shop Cash Turn Shopify Into an Amazon Challenger?
November 03, 2023

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Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Surges 6%, as SoFi and NerdWallet Post Quarterly Results 
November 03, 2023

Earnings season is in full swing, and has given several names in the FinTech IPO Index a boost. 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...

Faster Payments
Over 70% of Consumers Do Not Believe Real-Time Payments Are Truly Instant
November 03, 2023

Consumers are increasingly embracing the immediacy and transparency offered by real-time payments. And the migration to ISO 20022, a new global standard for secure and efficient messaging between financial institutions (FIs), is expected to further accelerate this trend. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Retail
Amazon and Walmart Square Off Over Buy Now, Pay Later
November 03, 2023

This week, Walmart Canada introduced a new offering, allowing its customers to opt for an interest-free buy now, pay later (BNPL) payment method, which is powered by Klarna. Shoppers visiting Walmart.ca and using the Walmart Canada and Klarna mobile apps can now enjoy increased payment...

Retail
Pickle CEO Says They’re the DoorDash for Fashion Rentals
November 03, 2023

The demand for rental clothing, accessories and even footwear is gaining momentum. Inflationary pressures are not the only factor driving this trend, as consumers discover an alternate way to keep up with the latest fashion trends without breaking the bank. Get the Full Story Complete...