FinTech News
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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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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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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…
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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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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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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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Charity Cashback Platform AllGives Announces Browser Extension
A cashback platform with a charity twist is rolling out a new way for customers to earn while shopping online. About the extension: This week, AllGives announced the debut of the AllGives Browser Extension. The tool is now available for Google Chrome as well as Microsoft Edge. With this extension, AllGives users will automatically be…
