Flexibility news and trends

40% of Millennials Tap Installment Plans to Improve Their Credit Scores
Payment Methods // October 16, 2023

Installment plans have emerged as a popular payment method, offering consumers the flexibility to pay for their purchases over time, rather than upfront. This enables them to manage their finances more effectively and avoid accumulating credit card debt. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Payroc Debuts Embedded Finance API Platform
Global Payments // October 20, 2022

Global payments company Payroc has debuted a new API suite and developer documentation site, a press release said, which will give technology providers more embedded payments flexibility. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

How ‘Contact Us’ And The Kardashians Ignited Afterpay In The US
Retail // January 20, 2020

Never underestimate the value of the “Contact Us” form that every merchant and service provider places somewhere on its website — because no one knows who is going to end up on the other side of it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

The Future Of FIs Is About Flexible Innovation
Innovation // January 07, 2020

The rise of FinTechs in the last decade – and the millions of customers they’ve siphoned away from mainstream financial institutions (FIs) – has changed the landscape for banks. Innovation is no longer optional – it’s table stakes to stay in the game. Get the...

Interviews & Exclusives
How ‘Contact Us’ And The Kardashians Ignited Afterpay In The US

January 20, 2020
Never underestimate the value of the “Contact Us” form that every merchant and service provider places somewhere on its website — because no one knows who is going to end up on the other side of it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all […]

The Future Of FIs Is About Flexible Innovation

January 07, 2020
The rise of FinTechs in the last decade – and the millions of customers they’ve siphoned away from mainstream financial institutions (FIs) – has changed the landscape for banks. Innovation...

WEX CEO: Why Being Agile Is As Important As Being Innovative

January 21, 2019
Innovation is good, but flexibility and agility count, too — as does striking while it’s hot. Those are among the factors that drove the recent acquisition of Discovery Benefits, Inc. (DBI),...

Quick Reads
Meridian Leasing Launches Range of Flexible Equipment Financing Options

November 02, 2023
Meridian Leasing has added a new range of services to its offerings in the equipment financing industry. 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 […]

Payroc Debuts Embedded Finance API Platform

October 20, 2022
Global payments company Payroc has debuted a new API suite and developer documentation site, a press release said, which will give technology providers more embedded payments flexibility. Get the Full...

Gig Worker Insurance Startup Zego Raises $42M

June 18, 2019
Zego, a London-based startup that provides insurance for gig workers, has raised $42 million in a Series B funding round, according to reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

More Workers See Career Path In Gig Economy

August 22, 2018
Not long ago, direct sales companies — like beauty supplier Avon and health & beauty firm Amway — offered independent agents the opportunity to earn money selling their products door to door....