Payments

New tech like APIs and artificial intelligence will help consumers manage all their finances through an app, rather than just transfer funds.

Most mainland investors can still only watch gains in Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., as China’s most valuable listed company extends increases after its Hong Kong stock exchange debut.

One recent study finds consumers have flipped their point-of-sale preference from credit to debit. That could be a sign of fears about a possible economic downturn.

Yale researchers have recommended several consumer banking products and services that could help those with mental health challenges manage their money.

American Express is launching a credit card that provides consumers in the U.K. cash back for reaching physical activity goals.

Billionaire Jack Ma’s Ant Financial is planning to raise about $1 billion for a fund that will invest in startups from Southeast Asia to India and help strengthen its foothold in fast-growing mobile internet markets, a person familiar with the matter said.

Interoperability has become a top priority in the minds of those advancing faster payments.

The mobile point of sale platform Clover was a star in First Data’s attempts to diversify beyond payment processing. First Data's new owner, Fiserv, sees a similar role for Clover — with sports becoming a prime venue.

India’s digital payments pioneer Paytm announced new funding from existing shareholders like SoftBank Group Corp.’s Vision Fund and new investors, as competition in the country’s finance sector heats up.

A new survey finds that more than half of respondents planned to do most of their gift shopping through a smartphone.