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Fintech Investments
Zerohash Eyes $1.5 Billion Valuation After Exiting Mastercard Deal
January 26, 2026

Blockchain infrastructure firm Zerohash is in discussions to raise $250 million, CoinDesk reported Monday (Jan. 26). 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...

Fintech Investments
Float Raises $73 Million for Canada-Focused Working Capital Tools
January 26, 2026

Canada-based business finance platform Float Financial raised nearly 100 million Canadian dollars (about $73 million) in new funding, according to a Monday (Jan. 26) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Artificial Intelligence
AI Startups Hit Unicorn Status at Seed Stage
January 26, 2026

The artificial intelligence (AI) funding boom shows no signs of slowing as deep tech startups capture massive capital even before major product launches. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Investments
Mine Raises $14 Million and Launches AI Personal Finance Agent
January 26, 2026

Mine, a personal finance company for young adults, has raised $14 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,...

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Prediction Market Interest Soars as Crypto Sector Cools
January 26, 2026

As the cryptocurrency sector cools, one-time token traders are predicting big things from prediction markets. 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,...

Payments Innovation
There’s a New Standards War Brewing Around Identity, Data and Payments
January 26, 2026

The modern economy is running on integration debt. 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...

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Synthesia Raises $400 Million for AI Avatar Platform
January 26, 2026

British AI startup Synthesia is now a $4 billion company after raising $200 million. 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....

Retail
Luxury Sector Turns to Wealthy Americans to Boost Business
January 25, 2026

Luxury goods makers are reportedly hoping wealthy American shoppers can buoy their business in 2026. 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 Openings Projected to Increase in 2026 After Slow 2025
January 25, 2026

When it comes to retail store openings, 2026 could be a mixed bag. 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....