PayPal to Shock The World on January 25
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On Thursday, PayPal is preparing to hold an online event to highlight their new artificial intelligence-led advancements scheduled for release in 2024. This event is planned just before the release of PYPL's fourth-quarter earnings report, which is expected on February 7.
Alex Chriss, the newly appointed Chief Executive, revealed plans for this innovation showcase during a CNBC interview last week stating "we will shock the world".
Both Chriss and Jamie Miller, PayPal's newly appointed Chief Financial Officer, are poised to provide a prudent forecast for 2024 on February 7.
Analysts from Wall Street are currently evaluating the potential impact of this innovation-focused event.
What do you think will be PayPal's great reveal that will shock the world?
Let me know in the comments below👇
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