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PYMNTS covers artificial intelligence as it transforms payments, commerce and financial services, from generative AI and agentic commerce to fraud detection, underwriting and customer engagement. Our reporting pairs breaking news with proprietary data and expert analysis to examine how AI is reshaping business models, operational efficiency and competitive dynamics across the connected economy.
Sumsub Adds AI Agent Verification to Know Your Agent Framework
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Sumsub Adds AI Agent Verification to Know Your Agent Framework
January 29, 2026

Verification and fraud prevention firm Sumsub debuted its AI Agent Verification tool. 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...

Story Protocol and OpenLedger Debut Standard for Rights-Cleared AI Training
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Story Protocol and OpenLedger Debut Standard for Rights-Cleared AI Training
January 29, 2026

Story Protocol and OpenLedger have debuted a standard for showing how intellectual property is used in 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,...

OpenAI Courts Tech Giants for $100 Billion Funding Round
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OpenAI Courts Tech Giants for $100 Billion Funding Round
January 29, 2026

Amazon, Microsoft and Nvidia are among OpenAI’s largest providers of infrastructure. 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...

ChatGPT Leads Consumer AI Use as OpenAI Pushes New Paid Tiers
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ChatGPT Leads Consumer AI Use as OpenAI Pushes New Paid Tiers
January 29, 2026

If you’ve been watching the NFL playoffs or scrolling social media lately, you’ve probably noticed a surge in ads for consumer artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

PepsiCo Partners With Siemens and Nvidia on AI Digital Twins
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PepsiCo Partners With Siemens and Nvidia on AI Digital Twins
January 28, 2026

PepsiCo announced a multi-year collaboration with Siemens and Nvidia designed to transform plant and supply chain operations through advanced digital twin technology and artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative positions the global consumer packaged goods giant at the forefront of industrial AI adoption for complex manufacturing...

Microsoft and Meta Earnings Shift Focus to Returns on AI Spending
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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 those investments are starting to pay off. Earnings from Microsoft and Meta Platforms are expected...

Big Tech Expands AI Across Climate, Search and Public Services
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Big Tech Expands AI Across Climate, Search and Public Services
January 28, 2026

This week’s tech news shows artificial intelligence (AI) moving deeper into climate forecasting, search, and the public sector. 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...

Shoppers Trust Banks Over Retailers to Let AI Buy
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Shoppers Trust Banks Over Retailers to Let AI Buy
January 28, 2026

Today’s digital-first shoppers are happy to let artificial intelligence lend an electronic hand as they shop online for everything from clothing to groceries. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

OpenAI Launches Free AI-Native Workspace for Science Writing and Collaboration
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OpenAI Launches Free AI-Native Workspace for Science Writing and Collaboration
January 27, 2026

OpenAI has introduced a free, artificial intelligence (AI)-native workspace designed to help scientists write and collaborate on research. 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...