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Artificial Intelligence
Report: OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle to Announce AI Infrastructure Joint Venture
January 21, 2025

President Donald Trump is reportedly set to announce private sector investment of up to $500 billion in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Artificial Intelligence
Conversica Debuts Conversational AI Tool for Auto Dealers
January 21, 2025

Conversational artificial intelligence (AI) provider Conversica has introduced a solution for automotive dealerships. 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....

Banking
Paytm CEO Expects Digital Bank Recovery Following Regulatory Suspension
January 21, 2025

The founder of Paytm expects the company’s banking unit to spring back to life. 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...

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AI Startups: Mistral Plans IPO; Harvey Eyes $3 Billion Valuation
January 21, 2025

Mistral AI, France’s open-source answer to OpenAI, plans to go public instead of being acquired. 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,...

Investments
MoneyHash Raises $5.2 Million for Payments Orchestration Platform
January 21, 2025

Middle East and Africa (MEA)-focused payment orchestration platform MoneyHash has raised $5.2 million. 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...

Payment Methods
Cantaloupe Introduces Card Reader for Arcade and Amusement Operators
January 21, 2025

Cantaloupe has introduced a card reader for amusement and arcade operators that enables cashless payments and allows customers to pay once and then enjoy multiple plays. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Investments
Zynap Raises $5.9 Million to Develop AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platform
January 21, 2025

Barcelona-based startup Zynap has raised 5.7 million euros (about $5.9 million) in a seed round to continue developing its artificial intelligence-powered cybersecurity platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Banking
JPMorgan Exec: Trump Puts Banks Into ‘Go Mode’
January 21, 2025

American banks are reportedly in “go mode” with Donald Trump’s return to the White House. 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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Monzo CEO and Board Reportedly at Odds on IPO Location
January 21, 2025

While Monzo wants to go public, its leadership reportedly can’t agree on where to list. 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,...