General News

September 6, 2025 @ 10:12 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

An August survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) found that 74% of Americans with personal student loans are somewhat or very worried about their ability to pay those loans. “Student loans are more than a monthly… Read More

August 29, 2025 @ 3:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In an increasingly digital environment, cyber threats are evolving at an alarming pace, targeting vulnerabilities across platforms and regions. Kaspersky, a global enabler of cybersecurity, has recently released reports highlighting a surge in exploits affecting Linux and Windows users, the resurgence of the Russian-speaking ransomware… Read More

August 29, 2025 @ 1:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to stabilize its governance and address internal tensions, German fintech N26 has appointed Andreas Dombret, a former central banker, as its new chairman. The decision, announced recently, is part of a broader strategy to resolve ongoing conflicts between the company’s investors and… Read More

August 21, 2025 @ 6:38 am By Omar Faridi  |  

iCapital, a global Fintech focused on enhancing the investing process, is expanding its partnership with Apollo by making a series of evergreen private markets solutions available to eligible investors. As part of this collaboration, Apollo has listed “five Luxembourg-domiciled evergreen private markets products on iCapital… Read More

August 17, 2025 @ 4:12 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

According to the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Credit Card Satisfaction Study, 53% of cardholders are currently carrying revolving debt, and 56% are classified as financially unhealthy. While these percentages have risen and fallen during reporting waves of the 2025 study, the result is a bifurcation… Read More

August 17, 2025 @ 2:10 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Refold AI is coming out of stealth today with $6.5 million in funding and a platform that replaces outsourced service work with AI-native infrastructure. The $6.5M round was led by Eniac Ventures and Tidal Ventures, with participation from Better Capital, Ahead VC, Karman Ventures, Z21… Read More

August 15, 2025 @ 3:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Schroders Greencoat, the specialist energy transition manager of Schroders Capital, and JERA Nex, the global renewable energy developer, are pleased to announce that Schroders Greencoat has taken “a 50% stake in JERA Nex’s US solar portfolio.” The portfolio is comprised of the “300MW Oxbow Solar… Read More

August 14, 2025 @ 10:38 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Global Fund Performance Report, released by PitchBook, provides a comprehensive analysis of private fund strategies’ performance, offering a data-driven lens into a volatile global market landscape. Incorporating preliminary data for Q1 2025, the report captures the private capital markets’ cautious optimism at the close… Read More

August 13, 2025 @ 9:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The tax preparation industry is undergoing a transformative period, driven by evolving customer expectations and technological advancements. The J.D. Power U.S. Tax Preparation Satisfaction study provides a look at customer satisfaction among both do-it-yourself (DIY) and professionally advised tax filers. This survey evaluates key performance… Read More

August 11, 2025 @ 2:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The global investment landscape in 2025 is navigating a complex terrain shaped by geopolitical tensions, trade uncertainties, and a surge in innovative sectors. According to recent reports from KPMG, private equity investment has seen a sharp decline, venture capital investment remains resilient with a focus… Read More

August 11, 2025 @ 1:32 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Germany has solidified its position as a hub for entrepreneurship in Europe, with its startup ecosystem thriving on technology, infrastructure, and a dynamic pool of investors. According to a recent report by CB Insights, a select group of venture capital firms and investors are driving… Read More

August 5, 2025 @ 3:10 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

FluidCloud, a provider of portable cloud infrastructure, has launched with $8.1 million in seed funding led by Unusual Ventures with participation from U First Capital. Most enterprises today find themselves unintentionally tied to a single cloud provider. Despite best efforts to prioritize agility and innovation,… Read More

August 2, 2025 @ 3:49 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Cybersecurity startup Dawnguard has emerged from stealth with $3 million in pre-seed funding. The round was led by 9900 Capital and a group of angel investors. The funds will be used to expand Dawnguard’s engineering team, deepen enterprise integrations, and bring its platform to broader… Read More

July 29, 2025 @ 1:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent developments in the UK’s economic sector highlight a blend of cautious optimism and strategic reform, as outlined in two significant updates from KPMG UK. The resurgence of venture capital investment and government reforms to the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme underscore efforts to bolster… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 5:01 pm By JD Alois  |  

While San Francisco has earned a reputation as a dystopian left-wing policy disaster, it remains the hottest spot for tech funding in the US. This is according to a recent report from Tracxn, which claims that in California $94.8 billion was raised in the first… Read More

July 24, 2025 @ 12:31 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity remains a critical concern for organizations worldwide. Recent findings from Kaspersky, a global enabler of digital security, underscore the need for enhanced protection measures and reveal a sophisticated new threat targeting Microsoft Exchange servers. These developments highlight the challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals and… Read More

July 23, 2025 @ 3:32 pm By JD Alois  |  

The private securities market has experienced significant growth in recent years. Meanwhile, public markets have stuttered, harmed by excessive regulation and the ongoing cost to comply with, at times, obtuse rules. A notable example of regulatory overreach occurred during the Biden Administration, when the Securities… Read More

July 22, 2025 @ 3:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sector, a vital part of modern business infrastructure, is navigating a complex environment in Q2 2025, as detailed in PitchBook’s latest update. The report, tracking stock performances, valuations, and market caps of key publicly traded SaaS companies, reveals a market stabilizing… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 5:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Visa (NYSE:V) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA) are once again under legal scrutiny, facing a fresh multi-billion-pound class action lawsuit. The case, lodged in the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal, accuses the two companies of imposing excessive interchange fees, which are alleged to violate competition laws. This… Read More

July 20, 2025 @ 4:12 pm By Michael Wong  |  

The Riverside Company, a US-based global investment firm focused on lower middle market investments, has announced the final close of its Riverside Value Fund II (RVF II), reaching its hard cap of $750 million. The fund was significantly oversubscribed and closed at more than twice… Read More