Author: Kyle Burbank
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Financial Reporting FinTech InScore Launches, Raises $4.3 Million
A FinTech that helps companies with their financial reporting and auditing processes has officially launched and raised a new round of funds. About the round and InScope: InScope has announced that it recently raised $4.3 million. The seed round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, while a group of individual investors also participated. The San…
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The Top 3 Credit Cards I Recommend Most Often
Ever since I got back into the credit card game years ago, my interest in earning cashback and rewards has only grown. In turn, I’ve also written a lot about various credit cards over time — including some I like and some I think are a total waste of time. Because of this, with increasing…
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Survey: 74% of Shoppers Buy Unnecessary Items on Social Media
A new survey from WalletHub highlights the impact that social media can have on consumers’ finances and shopping habits. About the survey: Headlining the survey’s findings is the fact that nearly three-quarters (74%) of respondents report that they’ve made impulse purchases of unnecessary items on social media. Furthermore, 63% say they regret purchases they’ve made…
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Robinhood To Acquire Bitstamp for $200 Million
Robinhood is set to expand its crypto platform with its latest purchase. About the acquisition: Last week, Robinhood announced plans to acquire Bitstamp. The deal is valued at approximately $200 million, but is subject to customary adjustments. The all-cash transaction is expected to close in the first half of next year. According to Robinhood, the…
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Get Money by Kristin Wong Book Review
Over the past few years, personal finance has taken on an increasingly important role in my life. While on my own money and writing journey, I’ve been inspired by a number of other finance bloggers along the way. Nearly from the beginning, one of my favorites in this category was Kristin Wong, whose work I…
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Fizz Announces $14.4 Million Seed Round
A credit-building debit card FinTech has raised a new early-stage round of funding. About the round: Fizz has revealed that it raised $14.4 million. The seed round was led by Kleiner Perkins, while V Angel, Y-Combinator, New Era Ventures, and others also participated. Previously, Fizz raised a $125,000 pre-seed round in 2021. With the new…
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U.S. Bank Partners with Greenlight for Family Banking Tool
The family finance FinTech Greenlight has announced a new partnership with U.S. Bank. About the partnership: U.S. Bank and Greenlight are working together to help raise financial literacy for families. Now, eligible U.S. Bank checking account customers will have complimentary access to Greenlight’s debit card and app. This includes accounts for up to five children.…
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Wells Fargo Debutes Attune Card with Unique Rewards Categories
Wells Fargo has just introduced its latest rewards card — and it certainly has some unique offerings. About the Attune World Elite Mastercard: With the new Wells Fargo Attune World Elite Mastercard, customers can earn 4% back on an eclectic list of rewards categories. The Atune card breaks these down into three main columns: Self-Care;…
