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Artificial Intelligence
California Advances Bill Regulating AI Companions Amid Concerns Over Mental Health Issues
July 09, 2025

A California bill aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) companion chatbots cleared a key legislative hurdle this week, as lawmakers sought to rein in these bots’ influence on the mental health of users. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Payments Innovation
Issuers Want Core Banking and Processing Relationships With a Single Provider
July 09, 2025

For card issuers seeking to modernize and digitize, there’s a strong preference to have a go-to provider as a single point of access for critical functions, PYMNTS Intelligence data show. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Artificial Intelligence
Nvidia Achieves Record $4 Trillion Market Capitalization
July 09, 2025

Nvidia now has the distinction of being the world’s first $4 trillion public company. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
Perplexity Takes on Google With AI-Powered Browser Comet
July 09, 2025

Perplexity has introduced Comet, its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered web browser. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
Global CPG Companies Join Generative and Agentic AI Rush
July 09, 2025

Consumer packaged goods companies are accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence in their operations, marketing and supply chains as they seek new ways to boost growth and efficiency in a mature and competitive industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Retail
Shoppers Embrace Embedded Payments in Shift From Prime Day Splurging to Savings
July 09, 2025

Amazon Prime Day generated nearly $15 billion last year. The sales event, extended to four days for the first time ever this year, has long been the eCommerce juggernaut’s crown jewel, a blockbuster sales event that once redefined the online retail calendar. Get the Full...

Retail
David’s Bridal Expands Offerings With New Brand and Amazon Storefront
July 09, 2025

David’s Bridal opened a new Amazon storefront featuring a new brand that offers gowns and dresses for both special and everyday occasions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Payments Innovation
Banks Now View Payment Hubs as ‘Mission Control’ Centers
July 09, 2025

Watch more:  Banks Use FIS Payment Hubs to Navigate Complex Regulatory Changes  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...

Wearables
Meta Reportedly Buys 3% Stake in Smart Glasses Partner EssilorLuxottica
July 08, 2025

Meta reportedly bought a roughly 3% stake in eyewear maker EssilorLuxottica, which is the maker of Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses and one of Meta’s partners in the smart glasses business. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...