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Tech Giants Look to Bridge AI and Publishing Worlds
artificial intelligence // February 16, 2026

Amazon and Microsoft are reportedly pushing into a new part of the AI world: arranging deals with news publishers. 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...

AI Worries Erase $1 Trillion From Big Tech Firms
artificial intelligence // February 15, 2026

Is artificial intelligence going to disrupt broad swaths of the economy? Or are tech giants like Amazon, Google and Meta funneling hundreds of billions into the sector with no sign of results? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Big Tech Faces the AI Innovator’s Dilemma.
artificial intelligence // February 04, 2026

Smith Corona was once the king of written communications. 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,...

Microsoft and Meta Earnings Shift Focus to Returns on AI Spending
artificial intelligence // January 28, 2026

As the first major technology companies prepare to report earnings later today (Jan. 28), attention is shifting from how much Big Tech is spending on artificial intelligence (AI) to whether those investments are starting to pay off. Earnings from Microsoft and Meta Platforms are expected...

Interviews & Exclusives
Economist Michael Noel Challenges How Regulators Police Big Tech

December 02, 2025
Consolidation reshapes industries of every size, from manufacturing to retail to digital 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, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Digital Twins Replace Metaverse Dreams in Manufacturing

August 20, 2025
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Will Visa Deal Give X Money Momentum vs Neobanks?

January 28, 2025
Elon Musk’s bid to make X into the “everything app” may have gotten a bit of a boost — where the newly-announced pact with Visa is a significant “something” on...

OpenAI’s Shift to For-Profit Model Changes the Game for AI Competition

September 30, 2024
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is reportedly considering transitioning to a for-profit model. This strategic pivot is reshaping the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape, raising questions about the future of AI...

Quick Reads
Apple’s AI Strategy Offers Alternative for Investors

February 18, 2026
In an ocean of artificial intelligence (AI)-related angst, Apple is reportedly offering investors a life preserver. 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 […]

Tech Giants Look to Bridge AI and Publishing Worlds

February 16, 2026
Amazon and Microsoft are reportedly pushing into a new part of the AI world: arranging deals with news publishers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

AI Worries Erase $1 Trillion From Big Tech Firms

February 15, 2026
Is artificial intelligence going to disrupt broad swaths of the economy? Or are tech giants like Amazon, Google and Meta funneling hundreds of billions into the sector with no sign...

Microsoft and Meta Earnings Shift Focus to Returns on AI Spending

January 28, 2026
As the first major technology companies prepare to report earnings later today (Jan. 28), attention is shifting from how much Big Tech is spending on artificial intelligence (AI) to whether...