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Qualcomm Enters AI Chip Market as Rival to Nvidia and AMD

October 27, 2025
iPhone 17 Enjoys Stronger Early Sales Than Its Predecessor
Apple // October 20, 2025

Consumers seem much more enthusiastic about the iPhone 17 than they were about its predecessor, a fact that helped drive Apple’s stock up and its valuation to nearly $4 trillion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Mobile Accounts for 59% of Long-Distance Travel Bookings
Travel Payments // October 14, 2025

When it comes to travel, Generation Z consumers and baby boomers, two groups at opposite ends of the digital age spectrum, are behaving more alike than anyone expected. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Apple iPhone 17 Sees Strong Sales on First Day of Availability
Apple // September 19, 2025

Apple’s iPhone 17 is reportedly seeing strong demand on its first day of availability. 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...

Smartphone Maker Nothing Raises $200 Million for AI Devices
Investments // September 16, 2025

Smartphone maker Nothing, based in the United Kingdom, reportedly raised $200 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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Mobile Accounts for 59% of Long-Distance Travel Bookings

October 14, 2025
When it comes to travel, Generation Z consumers and baby boomers, two groups at opposite ends of the digital age spectrum, are behaving more alike than anyone expected. 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 […]

Payment Glitches Stall Brazil’s Mobile Shopping Surge

June 20, 2025
In Brazil, consumers are highly engaged digitally, yet they struggle with completing transactions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

From High Street to Home Screen, UK Consumers’ Mobile Shift Accelerates

May 27, 2025
While the trend toward mobile-first shopping is global, the U.K. presents a unique dynamic: consumers are actively using mobile for purchases and engagement, yet the country ranks last among eight...

Merchants Eye Payment System Constraints as Consumers Embrace Mobile-First Shopping

April 02, 2025
The mobile device has become the center of commerce — not just online, but in-store — and using digital payments across those devices has become part of the commerce landscape....

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iPhone 17 Enjoys Stronger Early Sales Than Its Predecessor

October 20, 2025
Consumers seem much more enthusiastic about the iPhone 17 than they were about its predecessor, a fact that helped drive Apple’s stock up and its valuation to nearly $4 trillion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. […]

Apple iPhone 17 Sees Strong Sales on First Day of Availability

September 19, 2025
Apple’s iPhone 17 is reportedly seeing strong demand on its first day of availability. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Smartphone Maker Nothing Raises $200 Million for AI Devices

September 16, 2025
Smartphone maker Nothing, based in the United Kingdom, reportedly raised $200 million in new funding. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Apple Plans 3-Year iPhone Revamp

August 24, 2025
After a series of moderate upgrades, Apple is planning a three-year iPhone overhaul. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...