Software news and trends

Embedded Payments Give SaaS a Lifeline as AI Reshapes Workflows
Technology // February 04, 2026

Software as a service once promised a steady rhythm of recurring subscriptions, predictable upgrades and incremental productivity gains. 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...

Software Company Loans Plummet Amid AI Concerns
artificial intelligence // February 01, 2026

Software companies are reportedly seeing their loan prices fall amid AI-related worries. 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...

SAP Stock Sees Biggest Drop Since 2020 Over Cloud Concerns
Technology // January 29, 2026

Shares in German tech giant SAP have reportedly seen their largest one-day loss since 2020. 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,...

SAP Debuts AI Tools for Agentic Commerce
Artificial Intelligence // January 08, 2026

German software giant SAP introduced a series of artificial intelligence enhancements for retailers. 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....

Interviews & Exclusives
Mercedes and Nvidia Redesign Cars Around Machine Judgment

January 07, 2026
At CES 2026 this week, automakers and suppliers showed vehicles designed with the assumption that humans will not always be driving, shifting attention from driver-assist features toward software that increasingly manages control inside the car. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content […]

$828 Million in Healthcare Savings Points to Low-Code Adoption

November 25, 2025
Software platforms serving education, healthcare and field services are adopting embedded payments at a pace that signals a shift in how these industries want to transact. Get the Full Story...

Why SMBs Now See Software as the Engine of Expansion

October 13, 2025
For small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), embedded finance is no longer a fringe feature. It’s the price of admission. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

65% of SMBs Are Ready to Switch Software for Embedded Finance

September 26, 2025
Small businesses have long depended on management software to keep the books balanced and payroll running. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Quick Reads
Software Company Loans Plummet Amid AI Concerns

February 01, 2026
Software companies are reportedly seeing their loan prices fall amid AI-related worries. 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 […]

SAP Stock Sees Biggest Drop Since 2020 Over Cloud Concerns

January 29, 2026
Shares in German tech giant SAP have reportedly seen their largest one-day loss since 2020. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

SAP Debuts AI Tools for Agentic Commerce

January 08, 2026
German software giant SAP introduced a series of artificial intelligence enhancements for retailers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

IBM to Cut Thousands of Jobs as Focus Shifts From Consulting to Software

November 04, 2025
IBM reportedly plans to cut “thousands” of jobs during the current quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...