Security & Fraud
Russian Quantum Center Comes Out With Quantum-Proof Blockchain
May 29, 2017

Russian Quantum Center researchers announced late last week that they created what they said is the first quantum-safe blockchain. 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...

Retail
KidPass Raises $5.1 Million In VC Funding For Expansion Into New Markets
May 29, 2017

KidPass, the startup that features a monthly membership program for kid-friendly local activities, raised $5.1 million in a round of funding. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Apple
Apple Developing Chip Specifically For AI-Related Tasks
May 29, 2017

A source confirmed with Bloomberg Technology that Apple is working on a processor devoted specifically to AI-related tasks. 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...

Consumer Finance
GDP Growth Slowed Less Than Expected But Concerns Abound
May 29, 2017

The economy in the U.S. slowed at a rate that was less than initially expected during the first three months of the year, but business investment softened and consumer spending moderated, raising concerns about the economy’s growth prospects for the current quarter. Get the Full...

Artificial Intelligence
Tech Giants Acquiring Startups At Rapid Pace To Boost Leads In AI
May 29, 2017

There was a total of 34 artificial intelligence startups acquired in the first quarter of this year, more than twice the amount from the same quarter one year ago. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

eCommerce
Alibaba To Lead $1B Investment in Ele.me
May 29, 2017

Alibaba, China’s largest eCommerce company, and Ant Financial, its financial services arm, are gearing up to invest $1 billion or more in Ele.me, the Chinese food delivery service. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

B2B Payments
Samsung Creates $447M Supplier Financing Fund
May 29, 2017

Samsung Electronics is setting up a new fund to help suppliers with cash flow. 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...

B2B Payments
Canada Central Bank Votes ‘No’ On Blockchain — For Now
May 29, 2017

After an inquiry to examine the potential for blockchain to play a role in the nation’s interbank system, the Bank of Canada has ultimately decided against the technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

B2B Payments
Regulators Treading Slowly But Surely Into FinTech
May 29, 2017

FinTech has no doubt changed the face of the financial services industry in the U.S., but experts are beginning to question how it will impact regulation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...