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AI App Race Intensifies as Tech Giants Vie for Consumer Attention
November 15, 2024

Google’s quiet global rollout of its Gemini iPhone app on Thursday (Nov. 14) marks the latest move by tech companies to capture mainstream users seeking AI tools for everyday tasks on their phones. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
From Sneaker Obsession to D2C Success: How Richard Brown Built Proof Culture
November 15, 2024

Proof Culture founder and CEO Richard Brown’s love of sneakers began long before he ever thought of turning his passion into a direct-to-consumer business. He vividly remembers the thrill of getting his first pair of LA Gears when he was a kid, carefully laying them...

Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI Readies ‘Operator’ Agent With eCommerce
November 15, 2024

OpenAI reportedly plans to release an autonomous computer-controlling agent called “Operator,” marking a significant advance in artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can independently browse the web and complete online transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Retail
Amazon Innovates on Alexa and ‘Hauls’ in a New Shopping Experience
November 15, 2024

With a nod to digital engagement and the fast-approaching holiday shopping season, Levi’s launched the Levi’s Jeans Fit Guide in Germany, using Amazon Alexa technology to help shoppers find the right style and size without trying on jeans. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Fintech Investments
Sezzle and Expensify Jump After Earnings to Spur 4.3% FinTech IPO Index Rally
November 15, 2024

Stocks took a breather on Thursday (Nov. 14), but the general trend of the FinTech IPO Index was up and to the right. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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78% of CFOs Plan to Increase GenAI Investments Despite Limited ROI
November 15, 2024

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has become an important tool for CFOs, who view the technology as critical to their organization’s strategic and operational planning. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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TikTok Makes AI-Powered Video-Generation Tool Available to All Advertisers
November 14, 2024

TikTok has made its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered video-generation tool available to all TikTok for Business users. 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...

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AI Firms Post Mixed Q3 Results as Voice, Education Tech Gain Ground
November 14, 2024

In a snapshot of the AI sector’s financial health, voice artificial intelligence (AI) pioneer SoundHound reported Q3 revenue of $25.1 million despite mounting losses, while Chinese education tech firm Youdao achieved its first Q3 profit of $15.3 million, and AI advertising company AiAdvertising saw 45%...

Delivery
Starbucks App Now Includes DoorDash-Powered Delivery
November 14, 2024

Starbucks now offers access to delivery powered by DoorDash through its own app. 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....