Partnerships
Ascenda and Galileo Partner on Card Loyalty Programs
February 25, 2025

Ascenda and Galileo Financial Technologies have partnered to help banks, FinTechs and other brands launch card loyalty programs. 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...

Artificial Intelligence
DeepSeek Resumes Allowing AI Access Following Capacity Shortages
February 25, 2025

Artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek reportedly resumed allowing customers to access its API. 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...

Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin Dips Below $90K Following Historic Crypto Hack
February 25, 2025

After hitting record highs last year, bitcoin has lost a bit of its luster. 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...

Investments
Thoma Bravo Launches $1.8 Billion Fund for EU Software Firms
February 25, 2025

Thoma Bravo has closed a fund of 1.8 billion euros ($1.89 billion) dedicated to European software deals. 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...

Partnerships
PayPal Partners With Verifone to ‘Win Checkout’ In-Store and Online
February 25, 2025

When PayPal CEO Alex Chriss spoke with investors during the Q4 2024 earnings call, he made one thing very clear: The number one goal is to win checkout. Today’s announcement of a strategic partnership with Verifone represents another big step by PayPal toward that vision....

Delivery
DoorDash Pays ‘Dashers’ $16.7 Million Following NY Tip Investigation
February 25, 2025

DoorDash will pay a $16.7 million settlement following an investigation into its tipping practices.  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...

Payments Innovation
CEO Interview: ‘Regulatory Relaxation’ and Simplicity Key to FinTech Growth
February 25, 2025

The new administration is barely a month old, so it’s too soon to tell exactly what financial services regulation will look like. But with the pause on rulemaking and the overall pause on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in place, it seems like we’re headed...

Consumer Finance
Treasurers in Transportation and Logistics Struggle for Recognition
February 25, 2025

Treasurers are vital in transportation and logistics companies, managing liquidity and influencing financial health. But how often do companies underuse their expertise due to limited interdepartmental influence? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Credit Cards
77% of Baby Boomers and Seniors Use Credit Cards More
February 25, 2025

When it comes to credit, baby boomers and seniors stand out for their distinct preferences. Despite being major users of credit cards and store cards, these older consumers show little interest in adopting new credit products or alternative payment methods like buy now, pay later...