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Artificial Intelligence
GenAI Helps Resale Move Secondhand to First Choice
January 17, 2025

For retailers, the rise of artificial intelligence-driven tools presents not just an opportunity, but a mandate to evolve. 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...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Gains 3% as Katapult Shares Vault Higher on Q4 Originations
January 17, 2025

Earnings season is officially here as the big banks weighed in this week. 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....

Faster Payments
88% of Firms Say They Benefit From Faster Payments
January 17, 2025

Late payments are a common issue for businesses, especially small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) struggling with cash flow. 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...

CFPB
National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts to Settle CFPB Allegations of Illegal Debt Collection
January 16, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts have filed a proposed stipulated judgment to resolve the regulator’s lawsuit alleging that the trusts had illegal debt collection practices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

eCommerce
Best Buy to Launch Third-Party Marketplace Powered by Mirakl
January 16, 2025

Best Buy is preparing to launch a digital marketplace platform that will allow third-party sellers to integrate their products into the retailer’s website and app. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Regulation
CFPB: Credit Reporting Companies Must Disclose Source of Consumer Data
January 16, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed an amicus brief Thursday (Jan. 16), saying it aims to ensure that credit reporting companies are held accountable for “junk data” and don’t secure “loopholes” in the law that prevent that accountability. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Retail
Amazon Launches Retail Ad Service to Compete With Walmart Connect
January 16, 2025

Amazon has launched its Retail Ad Service, a new platform designed to help retailers easily incorporate targeted advertising into their digital storefronts. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the service allows retailers to display ads on product, search and browse pages, while purchases are completed...

Investments
1Money Raises $20 Million to Launch Network for Stablecoin Payments
January 16, 2025

1Money emerged from stealth Thursday (Jan. 16), saying it raised over $20 million in seed capital and is developing Layer 1 protocol purpose-built for stablecoin payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

B2B Payments
This Week in B2B: Navigating the Twin Challenges of Innovation and Risk
January 16, 2025

In today’s business landscape, a paradox is taking shape. As innovation accelerates, fueled by advancements in technology and shifting market dynamics, the challenges to embrace and implement these changes are mounting. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...