How AI Is Streamlining Takeout Orders and Payments
Handling takeout orders and processing payments by phone is a common pain point for many merchants. To ease this burden, CardFree and SoundHound AI have launched a platform that uses artificial intelligence to automate the ordering and payment process. The solution has already been rolled out at Torchy’s Tacos, a Texas-based chain with over 130 […]
Stolen Data Too Often Fuels Tax-Related Fraud
While many consumers are busy preparing their 2024 tax returns, a new study shows that nearly a thousand data breaches last year could have led to tax fraud. Data from credit agency TransUnion found that there were 970 data breaches in 2024 where criminals obtained the types of personally identifiable information (PII) required for various […]
Unifying Payment Credentials: Simplifying the Complexity of Payment Tokenization for Merchants
Imagine a world where payments are seamless, customer data is secure, and merchants can easily manage a multitude of payment options while still providing the best customer experience. That’s the goal of unifying payment credentials. Payment tokenization is a crucial technology that is no longer a luxury but a necessity for merchants looking to thrive […]