artificial intelligence
AI Agent Systems Are Here — Will They Transform B2B?
January 15, 2025

In the B2B space, one Shakespeare quote rings out louder than the rest: better three hours too soon than a minute late. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Delivery
Walmart and IBM Team to Bolster Last-Mile Delivery
January 15, 2025

Walmart has formed a partnership with IBM aimed at improving last-mile delivery for retailers. 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...

Retail
Joann Seeks Bankruptcy Protection for 2nd Time in Under a Year
January 15, 2025

Crafts chain Joann is seeking bankruptcy protection for the second time in under a year. 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....

Investments
Nelly Raises $52 Million to Expand Healthcare Platform in Europe
January 15, 2025

Berlin-based Nelly raised 50 million euros (about $52 million) to further develop its platform for medical practices, increase its market share in Germany and expand it to new European markets. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Investments
AI Avatar Startup Synthesia Valued at $2.1 Billion
January 15, 2025

British artificial intelligence (AI) firm Synthesia is now a $2.1 billion company. 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 this...

Identity
Prove Acquires Portabl to Offer Reusable Digital Identities
January 15, 2025

Identity verification firm Prove has acquired fellow digital identity company Portabl. 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...

eCommerce
Retailers Master Data Readiness to Deliver Amazon-Like Experiences
January 15, 2025

The rules of retail are changing fast, and data is the ultimate playmaker. From anticipating customer preferences to optimizing supply chains, the ability to harness and act on data has become nonnegotiable. Yet for many retailers and grocery merchants, data readiness remains an elusive goal....

Credit Cards
Small Banks and Credit Unions Turn to Direct Issuing for Top-of-Wallet
January 15, 2025

For banks and credit unions looking to modernize, the timing has never been better. 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
Wayfair CTO on Bringing AI Into the Virtual Living Room
January 15, 2025

Optimization plays a central role in business growth, whether it’s through adopting new technologies, rethinking operational workflows or introducing innovative products and services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...