The EU is ramping up its efforts in an antitrust probe into Apple Pay. But the Big Tech firm’s loyal customers should shield it from potential fallout.

Everseen raises nearly $70 million for its retail theft tech: The company’s AI-based solution is gaining popularity among retailers looking for a less intrusive way to prevent shrink.

It’s a lucrative space, but startups like Charlie will have to compete against incumbents in offering banking services to retirees.

European Parliament advised the ECB to abandon a CBDC launch, citing risks to financial stability. But that doesn’t mean it will.

Here are some things banks should consider when partnering with a fintech.

Improperly handling questionable consumer transactions led to its failed merger with First Horizon Bank.

The BNPL provider embarked on a full restructure to regain growth and achieve profitability

Leaning into high-demand features could help the issuer improve its positioning

The company will lay off 15% of its workforce as it struggles with profitability. But it faces an uncertain future with its biggest client

Microsoft’s new Bing has had a persistent hold over headlines. Combine this with a third consecutive quarter of ad loss for YouTube and the picture for Google may look less than rosy. But the company remains in good shape, with overall earnings beating expectations. It remains dominant in search, and YouTube use is still remarkably high. Here’s a closer look.

On today's episode, we discuss whether AR will ever have a less gimmicky and more utilitarian use case, whether Roku is the biggest player in connected TV (CTV), if Apple can successfully move further into financial services, whether "dumb" flip phones might have a mini renaissance, what the world's busiest airports are, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our director of reports editing Rahul Chadha, vice president of Briefings Stephanie Taglianetti, and analyst Max Willens.

Google turns to generative AI to give shoppers a helping hand: The search engine aims to simplify consumers’ purchase decisions by arming consumers with more information.

Consumers are shifting spending to services as China’s post-lockdown economic recovery continues: But a full rebound is looking increasingly far off as confidence remains low.

Best Buy is in a tough spot: Given the challenging market for consumer electronics, the retailer is revamping its membership program to try to boost loyalty and drive sales.

Digital health startups to watch: We spotlight smartphone-turned-medical device company Healthy.io and college-focused mental health app Uwill on the back of fresh funding.

Social media influences patient behavior: Patients with chronic conditions are turning to social media for health information and support.

Babylon Health goes private: The company hasn’t been able to sell the healthcare market on its services. But it’s not the only publicly traded digital health player that’s struggling.

Caught between FCC mandates and cheaper, Chinese-made network equipment, small carriers are left exposed as costs skyrocket and shortages delay replacement plans.

ByteDance takes aim at Amazon’s book sector prowess: Building on its engaging algorithm and #BookTok’s success, ByteDance’s new social media platform for bookish users might pull sales away from Amazon.

Mix Twitter and Tucker Carlson to create advertising poison: Carlson’s audience hasn’t made him appealing to advertisers, and he can’t reverse Twitter’s decline.