Cryptocurrency
Crypto Stumbles Out of the Gate For August
August 03, 2025

Cryptocurrency prices slid Friday (Aug. 1) following the issuance of new U.S. tariffs. 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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Apple AI Team Working on ChatGPT Rival
August 03, 2025

Apple has reportedly formed a team to develop a search experience similar to ChatGPT. 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...

Fraud Attack
US Says Cambodia’s Huione Group Is Crime Hub
August 03, 2025

Cambodia’s Huione Group offers things like insurance, money exchange and financial services. 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...

SMBs
Tariffs Drive Wedge Between Small Business and Big Tech
August 03, 2025

It was a strong quarter for America’s biggest companies — less so for many under-the-radar firms. 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...

Startups
Today in AI: Mistral Targets $10B Valuation in New Funding Round
August 03, 2025

Mistral AI  is reportedly targeting a $10 billion valuation in its next funding round. 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 Salaries Surpass Those of NBA Stars and A-Bomb Maker
August 03, 2025

When it comes to salaries, today’s top AI talent are enjoying unprecedented paychecks. 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....

Retail
Retailers Face ‘Perfect Storm’ as Tariffs Threaten Price Hikes
August 03, 2025

American retailers have reportedly issued a dire warning on the White House’s latest tariffs. 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...

Retail
Ten Fun (and Slightly Bizarre) Facts About Back-to-School Shopping
August 02, 2025

Back-to-school spending is at a record high, with parents shelling out over $1,200 per household and turning to financing to cover costs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

B2B Payments
EazyPay Deploys Mastercard Receivables Manager for B2B Transactions in Bahrain
August 01, 2025

Eazy Financial Services, which does business as EazyPay, has become the first acquirer in Bahrain to adopt Mastercard Receivables Manager. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....