SMBs
Upfront Secures $10 Million to Grow Financial Operating System for MENA SMBs
October 01, 2025

Dubai-based FinTech startup Upfront secured $10 million in a pre-seed round to grow its “next-generation financial operating system” for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Amazon
Amazon Courts Bargain Hunters With New Private Grocery Label
October 01, 2025

Amazon is merging two of its private-label brands to attract bargain-hunting grocery shoppers. 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....

Legal & Regulation
President Trump Nominates Acting Chairman Travis Hill to Lead FDIC
October 01, 2025

Travis Hill has been nominated to serve as chairman of the board of directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. after serving as acting chairman since Jan. 20. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Banking
EU Neobanks Target Gen Z With US Expansion
October 01, 2025

Neobanks that built their reputations in Europe are now accelerating their expansion across borders, with the United States squarely in their sights. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Artificial Intelligence
Peloton Debuts AI-Powered Trainer and Higher Prices
October 01, 2025

Peloton debuted an artificial intelligence-focused overhaul of its product lineup along with some price hikes. 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,...

Cryptocurrency
SEC No-Action Letter Gives Traditional Banks Nudge Toward Crypto Custody
October 01, 2025

The battle lines for cryptocurrency’s future won’t be drawn over hype and speculation, or even technological innovation. 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...

Banking
Citi Investor Services Extends Single Event Processing Technology to North America
October 01, 2025

Citi Investor Services has begun rolling out its Single Event Processing technology in North America. 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,...

Cryptocurrency
Bank of England Head Has Change of Heart on Stablecoins
October 01, 2025

The Bank of England’s governor appears to have relaxed his position on stablecoins. 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....

API
Amazon Assists LSEG With ‘Invisible’ Payment Compliance
October 01, 2025

LSEG Risk Intelligence has introduced a verification tool powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). 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...