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Retail
Amazon and Walmart Want More Than Your Prescription
April 16, 2026

The retail battle is bleeding over into healthcare. It has been for a while, as healthcare and pharma firms increasingly recognize the benefits of physical retail’s distribution capabilities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Banking
Barclays Confirms Commitment to Middle East Expansion Despite Iran War
April 16, 2026

Barclays is moving ahead with its plans in Saudi Arabia, despite the war in Iran, Barclays Group Chief Executive C.S. Venkatakrishnan said Thursday (April 16). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Cross-border Payments
As Cross-Border Payments Splinter, Firms See Interoperability As Way Out
April 16, 2026

The global payments system is entering a messy middle phase where innovation is abundant, coordination is scarce and geopolitics are reshaping the rules in real-time. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Delivery
Delivery Robots Lead Grab’s AI Expansion
April 16, 2026

Grab is preparing to launch artificial intelligence-powered robots “very soon” to help delivery drivers pick up meal orders from restaurants more quickly, according to Grab Co-founder and Group CEO Anthony Tan. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Investments
Accel Prepares to Pour $5 Billion Into Global AI Breakouts
April 15, 2026

Venture capital firm Accel has raised $5 billion in late-stage capital to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) companies. 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...

Regulation
Ad Agencies Resolve FTC Charges of Illegal Digital Ad Boycotts
April 15, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and eight states have reached a settlement with three advertising agencies that they accused of unlawfully colluding on the placement of digital ads. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Investments
Artemis Raises $70 Million to Counter AI-Powered Cyberthreats With AI
April 15, 2026

Newly launched cybersecurity startup Artemis has reportedly raised $70 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....

Delivery
Barclays Says Drones and Robots Could Cut Food Delivery to $1
April 15, 2026

Robots and drones could reduce food delivery costs to as little as $1 per order. 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,...

Loyalty & Rewards
Venmo Expands Stash Cash-Back Rewards Program
April 15, 2026

Venmo has expanded its Stash rewards program, which offers users cash back on purchases. 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...