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In this podcast episode, host Rob Rubin, alongside our analysts Lauren Ashcraft and Maria Elm, unveil the findings of EMARKETER’s latest mobile banking app benchmark report. They delve into the frontier of banking technology, spotlighting the breakthrough features that are shaping the industry this year. The discussion pinpoints the five key features that consumers consider indispensable and unpacks the potential game changers that may take center stage in the future of mobile banking. The episode also introduces a new segment titled "Who Ranked Best," where the team provides a detailed ranking of the top 10 banks, with an in-depth analysis of what sets the top five apart. This engaging conversation is packed with vital information for both consumers and industry professionals looking to stay ahead in the dynamic world of mobile banking. Tune in to explore: - The cutting-edge features that are redefining user experience in mobile banking apps - Consumer favorites: The top five features you should look for in your mobile banking app - The future of mobile banking: Innovations that are on the horizon - Exclusive rankings: Find out which banks are leading the mobile banking sector in "Who Ranked Best" - Expert commentary from Rob Rubin, Maria Elm, and Lauren Ashcraft, providing in-depth analysis of the report's results.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss what happened when the first human ever received a brain implant from Neuralink, the other potential benefits of this technology outside of helping people with paralysis, and what the ultimate goal of Neuralink actually is. "In Other News," we talk about what happens now that ChatGPT has a memory and what to make of Gemini's rough start. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne and Gadjo Sevilla.

Google stares down another antitrust front: A class-action lawsuit alleging that the giant monopolized ad buying tools for small advertisers is on the docket.

Amid streaming competition, ‘Dune: Part Two’ $178 million global opening underscores the enduring appeal of cinematic spectacles: It’s a win for theaters—for now.

Nearly a third (32%) of US consumers plan to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year, per Numerator. Of those, 91% say they expect to buy something for their St. Patrick’s celebration, with food and alcohol being the top items purchased.

Target announced it will launch a paid membership program April 7, following Amazon and Walmart’s lead.The move comes asTarget struggles to keep up with competitors.

Target will launch a paid membership program next month: It’s also opening new stores, remodeling existing locations, and adding more low-cost private-label items meant to drive shoppers to spend.

The latest outage hit Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads on Super Tuesday, affecting over half a million users and signaling potential underlying network issues.

Google spends over $1 billion to settle smaller lawsuits, freeing up bandwidth for coming government and regulatory action. Bigger trials are around the corner for Big Tech.

Meta ignores tech industry’s AI apocalypse warning: A group of companies and researchers say AI’s extinction threat is real. But will present-day risks be addressed?

Could Perplexity supplant Google Search? It's getting fresh funding and becoming a go-to AI search engine, putting pressure on Google to launch an airtight, monetized AI strategy.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss what's fueling the social ad spending upswing and what to watch from each of the major social platforms. "In Other News," we talk about advertisers' level of caution in returning to X (formerly Twitter) and why New York City is suing the social media giants. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Minda Smiley and Max Willens.

Despite hefty fees, fines, and loan-loss provisions, some key revenue drivers really came through for most big Canadian banks.

TikTok often gets all the attention, with headlines trumpeting it as Gen Z’s new search engine. But the reality is more nuanced.

The large antitrust penalty on Apple for abusing App Store dominance in music streaming sends a strong message to Big Tech gatekeepers over unfair store practices.

Anthropic’s Claude 3 Opus surpasses OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini Ultra in safety and performance. Its multimodal approach could attract businesses seeking a secure option.

Nvidia keeps defying gravity, and it’s making Wall Street very anxious: Its AI chips are selling like commodities. Global demand is high, but Big Tech might withdraw its support.

A flying car becomes a best-seller: Alef’s Model A has record preorders, with delivery set for next year. Meanwhile, its standard EV won’t be available until 2035, underscoring auto industry issues.