The Year AI Agents Entered Payments
This year, artificial intelligence shifted from assisting to acting. Agentic AI, systems that can plan multistep work, call…
The Economic Warning Sign Hiding Behind White-Collar Layoffs
White-collar layoffs at firms like McKinsey and Amazon grab headlines for their implications about artificial intelligence and tariff…
Zoomex Debuts Card Connecting TradFi and Crypto Rails
Cryptocurrency trading platform Zoomex is accepting registrants for its Zoomex Card, according to a Monday (Dec. 29) press…
OpenAI Seeks AI Safety-Focused ‘Head of Preparedness’
OpenAI is hiring an executive focused on AI-related risks to mental health and computer security. Writing in an…
FIFA World Cup Becomes Showcase of the Experience Economy
The last of the holiday glitter is still stuck to your shoes, but the digital economy is already…
Agentic AI Takes the Wheel in Travel Planning and Booking
Travel commerce is shifting from discovery to decision-making as artificial intelligence (AI) agents take control of itineraries and…
Snowflake in Talks to Acquire Observe to Expand AI Offerings
Snowflake is reportedly in talks to acquire Observe for about $1 billion to expand its range of artificial intelligence…
Pandora Embraces AI Agents, Welcomes New CEO
Jewelry retailer Pandora is seeing the benefits of agentic artificial intelligence amid a leadership change. The company’s AI…
EU Council Backs Online and Offline Digital Euros
The EU Council has reportedly endorsed a new negotiating position for a digital euro. The council is now…
3 Former Execs Involved With FTX Agree to SEC Final Judgments
Three former executives involved with bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTXÂ have agreed to final judgments from the Securities and Exchange…
Fed Invites Bank Innovation In New Guidance
The Federal Reserve Board said Wednesday (Dec. 17) that it withdrew a 2023 policy statement and issued a…
Crypto Industry Leaders, Lawmakers Discuss Market Structure Bill
Cryptocurrency industry leaders and lobbyists are reportedly meeting with Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina and other lawmakers…