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Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft Launches Measures to Keep Users From Tricking AI Chatbots
March 28, 2024

Microsoft unveiled tools to prevent users from tricking artificial intelligence chatbots for malevolent purposes. 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....

Banking
For Banks to Compete With FinTechs, They Need to Act Like One
March 28, 2024

The financial services landscape is an inherently customer-centric one. 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,...

Europe
Eight in 10 EU Mid-Market Firms Needed Working Capital Solutions in 2023
March 28, 2024

European middle-market firms have the second-highest need for working capital solutions. 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
Digital Shift Helps Banks Tailor Credit Offers to Consumers
March 28, 2024

For decades, consumer expectations around the convenience and always-on capabilities of their financial services could not be met. The typical Monday-through-Friday banking hours and 4 p.m. branch closings have made it difficult for consumers to decide when and how they bank. Get the Full Story...

Banking
LendingTree Secures $175 Million in Financing to ‘Navigate Current Market Environment’
March 27, 2024

LendingTree has secured up to $175 million in financing from funds managed by Apollo affiliates. 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...

Banking
Dwolla Taps MX for Account Verification, Aggregation Solutions
March 27, 2024

Dwolla has expanded its partnership with MX Technologies to help enterprises manage money movement. 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...

Retail
Clinique Becomes First Estée Lauder Brand on Amazon Premium Beauty
March 27, 2024

Some Estée Lauder Companies brands will open dedicated storefronts in the U.S. on Amazon’s Premium Beauty destination over the coming months.  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...

Artificial Intelligence
US Treasury Warns of AI Dangers in the Financial Sector
March 27, 2024

The Treasury Department is sounding the alarm on cybersecurity risks posed by the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) within the financial services sector.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Payment Methods
Older Shoppers Demand to See Installment Plan Options Before Checkout
March 27, 2024

The lion’s share of shoppers wants merchants to let them know what installment plan options are available before the checkout process even begins, and older consumers especially demand this foreknowledge. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...