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Artificial Intelligence
Quantum-Focused AI Firm SandboxAQ Surpasses $5 Billion Valuation Goal
December 18, 2024

SandboxAQ raised more than $300 million to apply quantum technology to artificial intelligence. 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....

Artificial Intelligence
AI’s Progress Shows Signs of Both Breakthroughs and Barriers
December 18, 2024

The latest artificial intelligence models are delivering mixed signals about the technology’s pace of advancement, with some showing dramatic leaps forward while others hit unexpected roadblocks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

B2B Payments
Amex Sees ‘Tremendous Growth’ in Virtual Cards for B2B Payments
December 18, 2024

Complexities breed inefficiency, as business-to-business (B2B) payments throughout their history have proven. 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...

B2B Payments
81% of SMBs Are Open to Adopting Integrated Payments
December 18, 2024

Small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) across the U.S. face struggles due to fragmented and inefficient business-to-business (B2B) payment systems. While many SMBs recognize the potential of integrated solutions to streamline operations, cost concerns and security challenges remain obstacles to adoption. Get the Full Story Complete...

Artificial Intelligence
AI Signal Vulnerability May Invite Model Theft
December 17, 2024

Researchers say they have demonstrated a potential method to extract artificial intelligence (AI) models by capturing electromagnetic signals from computers, claiming accuracy rates above 99%. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

B2B Payments
Keo Expands Access to B2B Payments Platform in Brazil
December 17, 2024

Keo World is expanding access to its B2B payments platform Workeo in Brazil through a partnership agreement with investment bank BTG Pactual Bank S.A. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Artificial Intelligence
Basis Raises $34 Million to Deploy AI Agents for Accountants
December 17, 2024

Basis has raised $34 million in a Series A round to expand its deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) agents designed to help accountants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Retail
Full Glass Wine Co. Drives Growth With Digital DTC Experience
December 17, 2024

In the wine retail industry, where tradition blends with innovation, Full Glass Wine Co. is changing how consumers discover and purchase wine. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Payments Innovation
Parafin Raises $100 Million to Grow Embedded Finance Infrastructure for Platforms
December 17, 2024

Parafin has raised $100 million in a Series C funding round to grow its embedded finance infrastructure that powers financial services for marketplaces, vertical software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers and payment platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...