ING explores AI robotics with Pepper, the world’s first humanoid robot
ING, the Holland-based bank, wanted to experience artificial intelligence first-hand by inviting Pepper, the world's first humanoid robot, designed by Japanese firm Softbank.
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Moneybox startup launches new app to allow millennials to micro-invest
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Americans are turning to mobile for their payment needs
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BioConnect and EyeVerify partner on fintech biometric security
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America’s biggest banks will take on Venmo with Zelle
American banks are planning to push their revamped person-to-person payment service, clearXchange and take on Venmo.
China dominates global fintech investment in 2016
The Asia-Pacific region has seen a vast amount of money invested in its companies this year, according to the latest figures from Accenture. More than double the amount invested in North American ventures.
Samsung Pay hits 100 million transactions on first anniversary (Infographic)
A year after its first launch, Samsung Pay has revealed that in that time it has processed 100m unique transactions in seven countries.
