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Wearables
Samsung Enters Smart Ring Market, Expanding Wearable Tech Portfolio
July 10, 2024

Samsung unveiled its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Galaxy Ring at a product launch event in Paris on Wednesday (July 10), marking the South Korean tech giant’s first entry into the smart ring category. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Digital Banking
FDIC Warnings on Nonbanks Point to Gaps in Deposit Insurance
July 10, 2024

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Security & Fraud
OCC Head: ‘Tried-and-True Scams’ Remain Common in Financial Fraud
July 10, 2024

Banks can help combat fraud targeting consumers by verifying the accuracy of transactions, educating the public, and maintaining strong controls and fraud monitoring capabilities, Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu said. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
1 in 4 Consumers Want to Be Entertained While Shopping
July 10, 2024

With consumers growing accustomed to the constant stimulation of digital multitasking, many shoppers are finding that the act of purchasing is not enough to keep them entertained. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Retail
F&B Brands Enter Virtual Worlds to Reach New Consumers
July 10, 2024

As food and beverage brands look for new ways to drive acquisition and loyalty, key players are turning to virtual worlds to reach consumers in more parts of their day-to-day digital routines. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

CFPB
CFPB Proposes Rule Requiring Mortgage Servicers to Help Struggling Homeowners
July 10, 2024

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) aims to require mortgage servicers to do more to help struggling homeowners before foreclosing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Retail
Apple Eyes 10% Bump in iPhone Shipments From AI Rollout
July 10, 2024

Apple reportedly expects its new artificial intelligence (AI) services to boost demand for its iPhones. 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,...

B2B Payments
Embedded Finance Helps Business Buyers Move Commerce Online
July 10, 2024

Better product data, better browsing, transparent pricing — and the ability to click through the whole process — these are the hallmarks of consumer-facing online commerce. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Retail
Luxury Brands and Retailers Rethink Strategy Amid Economic Challenges
July 10, 2024

With the high cost of maintaining a luxury brand, key players are making major decisions, changing the way they operate to navigate the current challenging economic climate. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...