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April 7, 2025 @ 7:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Circle has submitted its response to the Financial Stability Board’s (FSB) thematic peer review on the implementation of its global regulatory framework for crypto-asset activities. In this response, Circle outlines the importance of “having domestic regulations that allow consumers to benefit from global stablecoins while… Read More

April 6, 2025 @ 7:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alto, a platform that enables individuals to invest in alternative assets through retirement funds, including through their dedicated Alto CryptoIRA, released proprietary data from its platform that underscores the confidence in crypto investments as part of “a self-directed IRA and the overall growth in crypto… Read More

April 6, 2025 @ 6:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) highlighted actions taken to protect consumers from impersonations scams since the Government and Business Impersonation Rule took effect in April 2024. Scams impersonating businesses and government are consistently among the top frauds reported to the FTC; these scams resulted in… Read More

April 6, 2025 @ 5:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant development for the US financial services sector, the Department of Justice (DoJ) has given the green light to a $35 billion merger between Capital One Finance Group and Discover Financial Services. The decision, announced this week, marks a pivotal step forward for… Read More

April 6, 2025 @ 5:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Swedish buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) giant Klarna has hit a roadblock in its highly anticipated journey to go public. Last month, the fintech powerhouse formally applied with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list its ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The company,… Read More

April 4, 2025 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CoinList is back in the U.S. and they’re bringing token sales with them, according to an update from the digital assets platform. CoinList’s return to the United States has officially begun—starting with a public token sale product for accredited investors. The digital assets firm noted… Read More

April 2, 2025 @ 4:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gemini Trust Co., the crypto exchange founded by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, have jointly requested a 60-day pause in their ongoing legal battle to explore a potential resolution. The motion, filed on April 1, 2025,… Read More

April 1, 2025 @ 8:40 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Consumer Fintech Chime has recently announced two transformative updates aimed at enhancing user experience and expanding its reach. On March 31, 2025, Chime introduced Chime+, a premium membership tier with various new features in a redesigned app, alongside the launch of Chime Workplace, a financial… Read More

March 31, 2025 @ 4:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

DailyPay, a worktech company specializing in earned wage access (EWA), has made significant strides in 2025 to enhance financial flexibility for American workers. Through product expansions and regulatory milestones in states like Utah and Arkansas, DailyPay continues to focus on improving how employees access their… Read More

March 31, 2025 @ 7:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The PwC Global Crypto Regulation Report 2025 has examined the fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency regulation. Released by PwC Legal, the research report looked into the evolving regulatory frameworks governing digital assets across more than 50 jurisdictions, spotlighting major policy shifts and emerging trends. As the… Read More

March 30, 2025 @ 7:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Fintech, crypto and web3 industry is grappling with a whirlwind of developments, from high-profile pardons to regulatory shifts and geopolitical issues. At the center is President Donald Trump’s recent pardon of BitMEX co-founders Arthur Hayes, Benjamin Delo, and Samuel Reed, alongside former employee Gregory… Read More

March 29, 2025 @ 11:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CommBank is reportedly establishing a Tech Hub in Seattle, Washington (US), to advance the bank’s technology leadership and delivery of improved customer experiences by equipping teams with the skills needed to stay ahead. CommBank Chief Executive Officer, Matt Comyn said, “As the rate of global… Read More

March 29, 2025 @ 10:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Addepar, a wealth management technology platform, is charging into 2025 with several key updates that aim to enhance efficiency, improve insights, and strengthen client relationships for investment professionals. From leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to streamlining alternative investment workflows, the company’s updates reveal a sharp focus… Read More

March 28, 2025 @ 2:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Online cash advance company Cleo AI has agreed to pay $17 million to settle the Federal Trade Commission’s allegations that the company allegedly “deceived” consumers about “how much money they could get and how fast that money could be available.” The complaint, filed in federal… Read More

March 28, 2025 @ 1:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is poised to abandon its interpretive rule that would have subjected buy now, pay later (BNPL) “pay-in-four” lenders to the same regulatory framework as traditional credit cards. This decision marks another significant rollback for the agency under its current… Read More

March 28, 2025 @ 12:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In an uncertain economic environment in which overall consumer financial health,1 total deposits, annual household income and total investments are declining, retail bank customer satisfaction is on the rise. This, according to an update from JDPower. According to the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Retail Banking… Read More

March 28, 2025 @ 12:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly informed Crypto.com that it has officially closed its investigation into Crypto.com and will file “no enforcement action against the company.” This follows Crypto.com receiving a Wells notice from the US SEC and Crypto.com “filing suit against… Read More

March 26, 2025 @ 3:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Kin Interinsurance Network, one of the reciprocal exchanges managed by Kin, the direct-to-consumer, digital home insurance provider, announced the successful closure of a $300 million catastrophe bond transaction through Hestia Re Ltd., “marking the reciprocal exchange’s third venture into the insurance-linked securities (ILS) market.” The… Read More

March 25, 2025 @ 4:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global real estate market has been navigating a challenging landscape for nearly two years, but some hope / expectations of eventual recovery are beginning to emerge. According to PitchBook’s H2 2024 Global Real Estate Report, preliminary data from Q3 2024 suggests that private real… Read More

March 24, 2025 @ 11:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Klarna, the AI-powered payments and commerce network, and DoorDash, the local commerce platform, have partnered to offer Klarna’s flexible range of payment options to DoorDash customers. In the coming months, DoorDash customers will be able to take advantage of Klarna’s range of payment options when… Read More