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Italian Authority Fines OpenAI $15.6 Million for Alleged GDPR Violations
Legal // December 20, 2024

OpenAI said Friday (Dec. 20) that it will appeal a fine imposed by an Italian authority that alleged that the company violated the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Microsoft to Invest $4.8 Billion in Italy for AI Infrastructure
artificial intelligence // October 02, 2024

Microsoft announced Wednesday (Oct. 2) plans for a €4.3 billion ($4.8 billion) investment in Italy, its biggest investment in the country so far. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

How the World Does Digital: Italy Posts Solid Scores In Online Shopping
Connected Economy // July 12, 2024

While the Colosseum evokes gladiatorial battles, and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes hold timeless beauty, modern Italy is embracing the digital age. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Authorities Search Booking.com Offices in Italy in Antitrust Probe
ANTITRUST // March 22, 2024

Italian authorities carried out inspections at the premises of Booking.com (Italia), the local company supporting Booking.com in Italy, Thursday (March 21) as part of an antitrust investigation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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How the World Does Digital: Italy Posts Solid Scores In Online Shopping

July 12, 2024
While the Colosseum evokes gladiatorial battles, and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes hold timeless beauty, modern Italy is embracing the digital age. 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 […]

Mexico and Malaysia Poised for Massive Real-Time Payments Growth by 2026

May 01, 2023
Real-time payment systems have become increasingly popular around the world due to the rise of digital payments and the need for faster and more efficient financial transactions. Some of the...

Scalapay CEO Sees Big Shift From Banks to BNPL Platforms Across Europe

March 10, 2023
The current plight of the buy now, pay later (BNPL) industry has been likened to the dotcom bubble of the 2000s — from skyrocketing demand and adoption and a proliferation...

Italy Reshapes Pro-Cash Strategy Amid Surge in Digital Payment Adoption

January 15, 2023
Leading up to final approval, payments-related aspects of Italy’s 2023 budget were hotly debated. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Report: 7 M&A Deals Among Italian Banks Underway or Recently Concluded

May 23, 2025
Italy’s banking industry has reportedly seen seven merger and acquisition deals underway or recently concluded. 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 […]

Italian Authority Fines OpenAI $15.6 Million for Alleged GDPR Violations

December 20, 2024
OpenAI said Friday (Dec. 20) that it will appeal a fine imposed by an Italian authority that alleged that the company violated the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)....

Microsoft to Invest $4.8 Billion in Italy for AI Infrastructure

October 02, 2024
Microsoft announced Wednesday (Oct. 2) plans for a €4.3 billion ($4.8 billion) investment in Italy, its biggest investment in the country so far. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Authorities Search Booking.com Offices in Italy in Antitrust Probe

March 22, 2024
Italian authorities carried out inspections at the premises of Booking.com (Italia), the local company supporting Booking.com in Italy, Thursday (March 21) as part of an antitrust investigation. Get the Full Story Complete the...