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Apptronik Raises $350 Million for ‘Meaningful’ Robot-Human Work Interactions
February 13, 2025

Apptronik raised $350 million to help deploy its Apollo humanoid robot. 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...

Ridesharing
Carsharing Marketplaces Getaround and HyreCar Wind Down US Operations
February 13, 2025

Carsharing marketplace Getaround and its HyreCar business are winding down their U.S. operations. 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....

Fintech Investments
Finmo Aims to Expand Treasury Management After Raising $18 Million
February 13, 2025

Singapore-based treasury operating system Finmo has raised $18.5 million in new funding. 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...

Security & Fraud
FIs Take Biometrics Approach to Battling Account Takeovers
February 13, 2025

Account takeovers are among the most insidious threats to banks and consumers. 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...

Retail
75% of Zillennials Shop Both Online and In-Store
February 13, 2025

Zillennials, consumers born between 1991 and 1999, are leading the charge in the digital shopping era. While they are digital natives well-versed in online shopping, they also regularly shop in physical stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Retail
Retailers Can’t Close Internal Data Gaps; It’s Costing Them
February 13, 2025

A store announcement blares over the PA system: Cleanup on Aisle 3! Off goes a floor associate, and the situation is quickly handled thanks to a seamless flow of relevant information. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Regulation
European Commission Withdraws Draft Rules on Technology Patents, AI Liability and Consumer Privacy
February 12, 2025

The European Commission (EC) will stop pursuing three draft rules that would have regulated technology patents, artificial intelligence (AI) liability and consumer privacy on messaging apps. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

CFPB
CFPB Lays Off Dozens of Employees as Headquarters Remains Closed
February 12, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reportedly sent termination notes to dozens of employees late Tuesday (Feb. 11). 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
JPMorgan Chase Begins About 1,000 Layoffs While Continuing to Hire
February 12, 2025

JPMorgan Chase reportedly began a round of layoffs that is expected to affect fewer than 1,000 employees. 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...