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Tether Backs Arcanum Capital Fund Focused on Web3 Technologies
December 27, 2024

Stablecoin issuer Tether has made a novel venture capital fund investment into an Arcanum Capital fund dedicated to supporting decentralized 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...

B2B Payments
How Buyers and Suppliers Rewrote the Rules of B2B Payments in 2024
December 27, 2024

As the dust settles on a transformative year in B2B, 2024’s advancements hint at a future where B2B payments become more seamless, intelligent and integrated. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index’s 3.9% Rally Spreads Some Cheer in Holiday-Shortened Trading Week
December 27, 2024

The new year looms, and for the FinTech IPO Index, with a year-to-date performance that tops a 64% return, 2024 has been kind, to put it mildly. December alone, as of Thursday’s close, marked an 18.4% gain. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Retail
The Year in Amazon vs Walmart, and a Look Into 2025
December 27, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, the retail sector remains defined by the intense rivalry between Amazon and Walmart. Over the course of the year, these industry titans fiercely competed for consumer loyalty, market dominance and innovation leadership. Here’s a recap of the major moments...

Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI Weighs For-Profit Move Amid Talks With Microsoft
December 26, 2024

OpenAI is reportedly planning to become a for-profit company and is discussing the details of that transition with major investor Microsoft. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Security & Fraud
Digital IDs and Financial Services Collaboration Strengthen Proactive Fraud Prevention
December 26, 2024

As payments become faster, fraudsters hide behind anonymity or concoct identities that seem legitimate, and then scam banks, merchants and individuals out of their money. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Retail
Boxing Day Gives UK Retailers Little Reason to Celebrate
December 26, 2024

Boxing Day appears to be a muted affair for Great Britain’s merchants and shopping centers. 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,...

Retail
Retail Returns Have Reportedly Jumped 60% Since 2012
December 26, 2024

There’s good news and bad news for online retailers this 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. By completing...

Regulation
What to Watch as the Debit Interchange Fee Battle Heats Up in 2025
December 26, 2024

Sweeping changes to debit card interchange fees — and the ways debit transactions are facilitated — may come in 2025. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....