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Aldi Expansion Continues Amid Thanksgiving Discount Rollout
October 17, 2024

Aldi’s latest expansion efforts have it literally in Walmart and Target’s backyards. 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 this form, you agree...

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Ulta Aims for 50 Million Loyalty Members and 200 New Stores
October 17, 2024

Ulta Beauty plans to open 200 new stores as part of a long-term strategy announced this week. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
AI Boom Drives Record Revenues and Funding Across Tech Sector
October 17, 2024

Artificial intelligence is fueling explosive growth in the tech industry, with companies from chip manufacturers to security startups reporting soaring revenues and attracting significant investment. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. posted a 54% jump in quarterly profits on strong AI chip demand, while AI security firm...

Cross-border Payments
Swift Says It Beat G20 Cross-Border Payments Speed Target by 15%
October 17, 2024

By 2027, the G20 wants 75% of international payments processed within an hour. 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....

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Data-Driven and Customer-Centric: Inside Lands’ End’s Digital Transformation
October 17, 2024

It was Walt Disney who once said, “We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious, and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” He, of course, was referring to the creative process, but his observation also powers executives in...

B2B Payments
Three Ways Strategic Partnerships Enhance the B2B Economy
October 17, 2024

B2B payments are no longer just back-office concerns — they’re front and center for businesses looking to streamline operations and delight customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

B2B Payments
59% of US Businesses Link Poor Cash Flow to Manual AR Processes
October 17, 2024

As Silicon Valley innovates with artificial intelligence, many companies remain burdened by outdated paper invoice systems. This disconnect hinders efficiency and presents financial risks. With invoice volumes set to rise sharply, businesses must recognize that manual accounts receivable (AR) processes can no longer meet modern...

Artificial Intelligence
Google’s Drug Discovery LLM Signals Shift Toward Industry-Specific Approach
October 16, 2024

Google DeepMind has developed an AI model to predict key properties of potential drugs, aiming to accelerate pharmaceutical research. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
Ambient AI Takes Healthcare Automation Into Real-Time
October 16, 2024

Hospitals are adopting a new kind of listener — one that never interrupts yet captures every crucial detail. 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...