Artificial Intelligence
Small Models Could Redefine AI Value, Nvidia Says
October 01, 2025

AI’s future may not belong solely to the giant models that grab headlines with trillion-parameter counts. Nvidia’s latest research makes the case that small language models (SLMs) could prove more practical and more profitable in the enterprise. The argument is straightforward: SLMs are powerful enough...

B2B Payments
Mastercard Brings Its Small Business Navigator to Canada
October 01, 2025

After launching in the U.S., Mastercard’s Small Business Navigator is heading north. 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...

Partnerships
Jack Henry Acquires Victor Technologies to Expand PaaS Footprint
October 01, 2025

Jack Henry says it has acquired embedded payments solutions company Victor Technologies. 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...

Partnerships
Ace Taps Affirm for BNPL Hardware Purchases
October 01, 2025

Ace Hardware has launched a partnership with pay later provider Affirm. 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...

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,...