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You can Venmo your college tuition, for some reason
It’s remarkable how payment options have evolved. Today's students can even Venmo their college tuition – a reality previous generations couldn't fathom. This shift reflects a progressive accessibility to financial tools, empowering a new generation to manage expenses with unprecedented ease. While we appreciate the conveniences of modern finance, it’s worth remembering how dramatically different things once were. For more on the evolving landscape of digital payments, explore our article, "TikTok explores peer-to-peer payments via DMs, report says."

Natural raises $30M to reinvent payments for AI agents — and take on Stripe
Natural, a startup reimagining payments for the burgeoning world of AI agents, has secured $30 million in funding. This investment signals a significant shift towards specialized financial infrastructure designed to handle autonomous transactions. Natural aims to streamline the complex architecture underpinning AI-driven payments, positioning itself as a future-focused alternative. The company's approach contrasts with established payment processors, offering a more adaptable solution for AI’s unique needs.