Author: Kyle Burbank
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Wage Access FinTech Clair Partners with Payroll Platform Check
The FinTech Clair has revealed the latest expansion of its service via a new partnership. About the partnership: This week, the earned wage advance service Clair announced that it would be partnering with the payroll infrastructure company Check. As a result, the Clair platform will be available for employers using Check to opt into, giving…
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Lessons From a First-Time Home Buyer: 5 Safety and Security Items We’ve Purchased for Our House
When you’re a renter, there’s a certain level of safety and security that your landlord is required to provide. So, when you become a homeowner, suddenly you’re solely responsible for these important aspects of your life. And, of course, this also likely means spending more money to protect yourself. In our case, since moving in…
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Amazon Prime Day Returning July 16 and 17
The 10th Amazon Prime Day will be held next month, bringing millions of deals to Prime members. About the upcoming Prime Day: Amazon’s popular Prime Day will return on July 16th and 17th. The latest event will be offered in the United States as well as the United Kingdom, France, Japan, and more than a…
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Bilt Rent Day for July 2024 Includes Alaska Airlines Transfer Bonus
Bilt Rewards is gearing up for July’s Rent Day, announcing special offers in partnership with Alaska Airlines. About July 2024’s Rent Day offers: On July 1st, Bilt Members will be able to take advantage of at least one deal from Alaska Airlines. First, the airline and Bilt will be offering a transfer bonus. With this,…
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“The Unbanking of America” Book Review
In her new book ” The Unbanking of America: How the New Middle Class Survives” author Lisa Servon looks at everything from the payday loan industry to FinTech while also discussing the changing economics of the middle class.
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Charlie Introduces SpeedBump Fraud Protection Feature
A FinTech that helps prevent adults from falling victim to scams and fraud is adding a new feature to further that cause. About SpeedBump: Today, Charlie announced the launch of its SpeedBump feature. This tool combines alerts, pauses, and real-time education to help protect older adults who may be vulnerable to scams and fraud. SpeedBump…
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American Express to Acquire Tock from Squarespace
American Express is expanding its dining platform with not one but two acquisitions. About the acquisitions: Today, Amex announced that it will be acquiring the restaurant reservation service Tock from Squarespace (who purchased the company in 2021). The purchase is expected to be for $400 million in cash but is subject to closing conditions, customary…
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Technology Financing Company Gynger Raises $20 Million
A FinTech that helps tech-buying businesses finance their purchases has closed a new round of funding. About the round: This week, Gynger announced that it had raised $20 million. The Series A was led by PayPal Ventures, while Gradient Ventures, Velvet Sea Ventures, BAG Ventures, and Deciens Capital also participated. In addition to the equity…
