CFPB
CFPB Signals Rulemaking Push for Nonbank Personal Loans, Including BNPL
January 09, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been busy — with the latest salvo of (possible) rulemaking looming for buy now, pay later (BNPL) loans, earned wage access and other financial products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Partnerships
Carwow Taps Airwallex to Streamline Car Marketplace Payments
January 09, 2025

Payments platform Airwallex is joining forces with British online vehicle marketplace Carwow. 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...

Connected Economy
Smart Devices Get Standards and Manufacturers Can Thank Big Tech
January 09, 2025

Digital transformation is a double-edged sword. 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 form, you agree to...

Retail
JCPenney and SPARC Combine to Create ‘Compelling Consumer Value Proposition’
January 09, 2025

Retailers JCPenney and SPARC Group have combined to form a new apparel-focused organization called Catalyst Brands. 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...

Investments
Blockchain Startup Movement Labs Eyes $3 Billion Valuation With $100 Million Funding
January 09, 2025

As the cryptocurrency market recovers from the crash following the collapse of FTX, and if regulatory pressures ease as anticipated, expect to hear crypto startups making some noise. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

artificial intelligence
Zebra Debuts Mobile AI Tool for Frontline Retail Workers
January 09, 2025

Zebra Technologies has debuted a set of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for frontline retail workers. 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
Abstract Raises $4.8 Million for AI-Powered Regulatory Risk Management Platform
January 09, 2025

Abstract raised $4.8 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of its artificial intelligence-powered platform that helps businesses anticipate how proposed changes in government policy may affect them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Cryptocurrency
FV Bank Expands Stablecoin Offerings With PayPal Pact
January 09, 2025

Digital lender FV Bank is expanding its stablecoin capabilities via a partnership with PayPal. 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...

ANTITRUST
FTC Chair Wants Trump to Avoid Antitrust ‘Backsliding’
January 09, 2025

The head of the FTC is imploring the incoming administration to continue her antitrust work. 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....