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Artificial Intelligence
AI Agent Developer Manus Gains Support of Chinese Government
March 21, 2025

Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startup Manus, which went viral on X a few weeks ago, is reportedly being promoted by the Chinese government. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Investments
Rerun Raises $17 Million for Database Purpose-Built for Physical AI
March 21, 2025

Rerun has secured $17 million in seed funding as it works to build out its database and cloud data platform purpose-built for the physical artificial intelligence (AI) data and workflows needed for robotics, autonomous vehicles, drones and spatial computing devices. Get the Full Story Complete...

Retail
Amazon and Walmart Go Head-to-Head Over Logistics and AI
March 21, 2025

Tariff pressures are squeezing the retail and eCommerce sectors. What are the two behemoths dominating the space, Walmart and Amazon, doing in response? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Loyalty & Rewards
Gen Z Leads the Hunt: 65% of Young Consumers Actively Seek Card Rewards
March 21, 2025

The battle for credit cardholder loyalty is being waged not just on the traditional fields of points and miles, but on the more personalized terrain of relevant and easily accessible benefits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Fintech Investments
Robinhood Leads Platforms Higher in Volatile Week as FinTech IPO Index Gains 4.3%
March 21, 2025

The past five trading days have been a roller coaster, as interest rates and the Fed’s stance on cuts to those rates proved top of mind. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Retail
Nike Turnaround: Marathon, Not a Sprint, as Tariffs Weigh and Digital Sales Dip 15%
March 20, 2025

Nike’s fiscal 2025 third quarter results offered up a snapshot of just how biting the trade war and tariffs may be. They offered a snapshot of waning consumer demand. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Artificial Intelligence
5 Productivity Tips to Raise Your Work Game Using AI
March 20, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just for tech experts — it’s becoming an essential tool for professionals in every industry. Whether you’re managing data, drafting reports, or conducting research, AI can help you work smarter, saving you time that you can dedicate to more...

Artificial Intelligence
Report: Perplexity in Talks to Raise Up to $1 Billion
March 20, 2025

Perplexity AI is reportedly in early talks to raise $500 million to $1 billion in a funding round that would value it at $18 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Artificial Intelligence
Hackers Could Use ChatGPT Bug to Access Consumer Data and Apps
March 20, 2025

According to a blog post by researchers from the cybersecurity company Veriti, a critical vulnerability in ChatGPT could be used by cybercrooks to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...