Google preps for bot payments

The tech giant launched a payments protocol to address online commerce challenges posed by agentic AI, partnering with Mastercard and PayPal.

Cash App lures BNPL card users

Block has drawn 1 million consumers to its Cash App debit card, coupled with Afterpay BNPL, creating a “next-gen” credit card clientele, the company’s CFO said.

Plaid to pay for JPMorgan data

Under the agreement between the two companies, the bank will be paid for sharing consumer data with Plaid. Fintech groups excoriated JPMorgan for the new access fees.

PayPal introduces payment links

The peer-to-peer payment provider is enabling consumers in the U.S. to receive payments via custom links.

Crypto power struggle flares as Stripe nabs big stablecoin win

Visa just let Ryan Reynolds mess with its famous slogan