Artificial Intelligence
Google DeepMind Introduces AI Model That Runs Locally on Robots
June 24, 2025

Google DeepMind introduced a vision language action (VLA) model that runs locally on robotic devices, without accessing a data network. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Economy
Tariffs Likely to ‘Weigh on Economic Activity’ Fed Chair Says
June 24, 2025

The Federal Reserve wants more time to study the impact of tariffs before cutting rates. 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,...

Legal
Judge Rejects Visa’s Bid to Dismiss Debit Card Antitrust Lawsuit
June 24, 2025

A federal judge has rejected Visa’s bid to dismiss a Justice Department antitrust lawsuit that accuses the company of stifling competition in the debit card market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Partnerships
Visa and Spreedly Combat Failed Payments Via Just-in-Time Card Updates
June 24, 2025

Open payments platform Spreedly has launched a new partnership with Visa. 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...

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Court Rules Anthropic Doesn’t Need Permission to Train AI With Books
June 24, 2025

A federal judge has ruled Anthropic can train its artificial intelligence (AI) using books without permission. 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...

Acquisitions
Capchase Acquires Vartana to Grow Tech-Powered Vendor Financing Offerings
June 24, 2025

Capchase acquired Vartana to accelerate the product roadmap and market expansion of its tech-powered vendor financing offerings. 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...

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AI Models Are Maturing with Customization as the Next Focus
June 24, 2025

The AI model landscape is maturing, with AI companies rolling out more advanced iterations of existing models while also unveiling custom versions tailored to distinct use cases and specialized needs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Walmart Sees AI as ‘Key Enabler’ for Its Store Employees
June 24, 2025

Walmart says it has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help its store employees. 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...

SMBs
Orus Raises $29 Million to Expand Small Business Insurance Platform
June 24, 2025

Paris-based digital insurer Orus raised 25 million euros (about $29 million) in a Series B funding round to fuel the planned pan-European expansion of its digital platform offering tailored insurance for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...