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Divvy Homes Sale to Brookfield Is a Cautionary Tale for PropTech Startups
Acquisitions // January 23, 2025

The platformization of various industries promises that the digitization of processes and discovery — where supply meets demand — improves the experience. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Airbnb: Long-Term Stays Present ‘Huge Growth Opportunity’
Travel Payments // September 19, 2024

With some cities suffering housing shortages, Airbnb is eyeing long-term stays. 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...

Branded, Faster Checkout Options Gain Momentum as PayPal, Shopify Report Earnings
Checkout Conversion // August 05, 2024

If there’s a common theme emerging among eCommerce platforms this earnings season, it’s that the last moments of a transaction are continually being refined and streamlined. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Fiverr Sees 6% Revenue Rise in Q2 Despite ‘Volatile’ Market for Freelancers
Earnings // July 31, 2024

Freelancer platform Fiverr saw its revenue rise 6% year over year, to $94.7 million, in the second quarter of 2024 despite macroeconomic volatility. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Divvy Homes Sale to Brookfield Is a Cautionary Tale for PropTech Startups

January 23, 2025
The platformization of various industries promises that the digitization of processes and discovery — where supply meets demand — improves the experience. 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 […]

Payments Orchestration Can Give Platforms Competitive Advantage

June 03, 2024
The “platformization” of various business verticals promises to streamline online commerce. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Orchestration Merchants Give Options for Who, How and Where to Pay, Spreedly Says

April 11, 2024
Andy McHale, senior director of product and market strategy at Spreedly, told PYMNTS that online platforms offer advantages to all stakeholders — and they can offer an optimal payments experience. Get...

Road To Success For Banks In The Digital Era Runs Through Payments

February 18, 2021
There has been no shortage of downbeat economic statistics over the past year, from high unemployment rates to declining gross domestic product (GDP) values. Consumers and businesses have demonstrated remarkable...

Quick Reads
SnappStay Launches Short-Term Rental Platform

March 14, 2025
SnappStay officially launched its short-term rental platform Friday (March 14). 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 from PYMNTS and […]

Airbnb: Long-Term Stays Present ‘Huge Growth Opportunity’

September 19, 2024
With some cities suffering housing shortages, Airbnb is eyeing long-term stays. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

eBay Debuts Working Capital Solution for Sellers

July 10, 2024
eBay teamed with embedded finance platform Liberis to offer sellers working capital. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

HSN and Impact Team to Launch Influencer Platform

July 09, 2024
HSN is delving deeper into the creator economy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...