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Artificial Intelligence
3 Areas Where AI Generates ROI in B2B Payments
November 07, 2025

While stock markets fret over artificial intelligence (AI) valuations, finance teams are increasingly focused on its deployment. 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...

Banking
PNC to Add 300 Branches by 2030, Building Coast-to-Coast Franchise
November 07, 2025

PNC Bank added another 100 new branches to the number it plans to open by 2030 as part of its effort to build a national, coast-to-coast franchise. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Loyalty & Rewards
60% of Debit Cardholders Turn Direct Deposit Into Loyalty
November 07, 2025

For years, credit cards have monopolized the loyalty market. But as younger consumers trade borrowing for budgeting, the most meaningful shift may be happening on the other side of the ledger: debit. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Dips 1.6% as Earnings Weigh on Upstart and Oportun
November 07, 2025

Earnings were everywhere this past week, and for the FinTech IPO Index, quarterly reports dominated the headlines as platforms weighed in with revenues and commentary about consumer and enterprise spending and lending. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Artificial Intelligence
Expedia Posts Record Quarter Fueled by AI and B2B Growth
November 06, 2025

Expedia Group said its third-quarter results topped expectations as artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and partner connectivity helped the company capture growing global demand for travel. The results marked the strongest momentum in more than three years and prompted management to raise full-year guidance. CEO Ariane Gorin told...

Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft AI Chief Outlines OpenAI-Less Roadmap
November 06, 2025

Microsoft’s artificial intelligence (AI) head has reportedly outlined the company’s vision for life after OpenAI. 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,...

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AI Investments Expected to Fuel Debt Issuance Market Through 2026
November 06, 2025

Companies’ investments in projects related to artificial intelligence are reportedly expected to fuel the debt issuance market through next year. 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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Big Tech’s AI Moves in 6G, Defense and Edge Computing
November 06, 2025

Beyond headline-grabbing model launches, this week’s updates show AI moving into infrastructure and operations from IBM’s defense-ready models to Cisco’s edge platform and Nvidia’s work on AI-driven 6G connectivity. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Oxford Study Says AI Safety Should Build on Existing Global Standards
November 06, 2025

The Oxford Martin AI Governance Initiative has released new research that challenges the idea that artificial intelligence requires an entirely new regulatory architecture. Instead, the study argues that global institutions can build on the safety and risk standards that already govern complex industries such as...