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Perplexity Launches Subscription Tier for ‘Premium Content’
artificial intelligence // August 25, 2025

Artificial intelligence startup Perplexity has announced a new subscription program called Comet Plus that it said gives users access to premium content from trusted publishers and journalists, while providing publishers with a better compensation model. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Google Wants to Recruit News Outlets for AI Licensing Project
artificial intelligence // July 22, 2025

Google reportedly wants to recruit news companies for an AI-related licensing project. 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...

Streaming Overtakes Broadcast and Cable Watchers for First Time 
Streaming // June 17, 2025

America is now officially a nation of cord-cutters, according to new Nielsen data. 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...

OpenAI Appeals Court Order Requiring Retention of Consumer Data
artificial intelligence // June 06, 2025

OpenAI has appealed a court order that requires it to retain consumer ChatGPT and API data indefinitely, saying the order conflicts with its privacy commitments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Interviews & Exclusives
Will Retail Media Drive eCommerce Brand Revenue?

April 15, 2024
As brands see their ad spending across traditional digital media channels doesn’t go as far as it once did, eCommerce merchants are seizing on the opportunity to open up new revenue streams with the launch of retail media networks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access […]

CNN Reportedly Exploring Digital Subscriptions as News Gets the Streaming Treatment

January 17, 2024
As CNN struggles to gain share on cable TV, the company’s new CEO is reportedly looking into new subscription models, as the way consumers get their news is transformed by...

Thanksgiving Weekend Is Stuffed With Streaming — but Fatigue May Not Be Far Behind

November 25, 2021
If you’re reading this, the turkey’s got you stuffed, you’ve had your fill of the stuffing, and you’ve had your fill of the relatives. Maybe you’ve had your fill of...

Stakes Soar In Streaming Wars As Netflix Pushes Into Gaming

July 15, 2021
Another player has entered the game. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Quick Reads
Meta to News Companies: Help Us Train Our AI

September 18, 2025
Meta has reportedly held talks with media companies about using their articles for AI training. 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 […]

Perplexity Launches Subscription Tier for ‘Premium Content’

August 25, 2025
Artificial intelligence startup Perplexity has announced a new subscription program called Comet Plus that it said gives users access to premium content from trusted publishers and journalists, while providing publishers...

Google Wants to Recruit News Outlets for AI Licensing Project

July 22, 2025
Google reportedly wants to recruit news companies for an AI-related licensing project. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Streaming Overtakes Broadcast and Cable Watchers for First Time 

June 17, 2025
America is now officially a nation of cord-cutters, according to new Nielsen data. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...