FinTech News
Fascinated by the rapidly evolving world of financial technology? Our FinTech news category is your insider’s guide to the most cutting-edge innovations disrupting the finance industry. Get up-to-date coverage on the latest breakthroughs in digital banking, cryptocurrency, investing, and more.
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Cash App Introduces Round-Up Investing Feature for Debit Card
Debit card customers looking to grow their investments gained a new, automated option today as Block Inc. (formerly Square Inc.) officially announced a new feature for its popular Cash App. Now, customers with the Cash App Cash Card can opt into Round Ups as a means of growing their investments. When this feature is toggled…
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Marqeta Expands Credit Program with New APIs and More
A FinTech that specializes in creating credit card experiences is rolling out some new features. This week, Marqeta announced what it calls a “significant expansion” of its credit platform. This includes more than 40 new credit APIs that will further help clients craft and launch their own credit card products. Additionally, the company notes an…
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Split Payment Platform Kasheesh Launches as Alternative to BNPL
In recent months, “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) platforms have exploded in popularity. What’s more, with Apple jumping into the space, the practice is likely to continue growing despite some concerns in regards to how BNPL services impact consumers’ personal finances. With that in mind, one FinTech has just revealed its alternative: a payment-splitting platform…
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Brex Pivots Away From Small Business Customers, Toward Startups
A FinTech on the rise has announced a major shakeup that will see them actively repelling many current customers. Last week, Brex revealed that it was moving away from serving general small businesses and would instead refocus its platform to serve startups — specifically those who have already received venture capital or other funding. The…
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FinTech App Paydownhero Announces Upcoming Gas Rewards Debit Card
A FinTech app that aims to help drivers pay down their car loan balances by rounding up their everyday purchases is set to expand into the world of debit cards. This week, Paydownhero announced plans for their Paydown Rewards Card. Using this option, customers will not only earn rewards at the pump but will also…
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Abra Announces Crypto Card to Operate on American Express Network
Despite a recent rash of bad news, crypto-centric startups are continuing to press forward. Among them, the trading platform Abra just announced plans to launch a crypto rewards credit card. What’s more, in a twist from other offerings, this product will be an American Express card. According to Abra, their upcoming card will earn crypto…
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PayPal Adds Support for External Cryptocurrency Wallet Transfers
Back in October 2020, PayPal made headlines by adding cryptocurrency trading to its immensely popular platform. Then, in March of last year, the company expanded its efforts by introducing Checkout with Crypto — a feature that allowed PayPal users to easily pay for purchases using supported crypto assets. Now, the service is doubling down once…
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Apple Officially Announces “Apple Pay Later” BNPL Service
Apple may not be a traditional FinTech, but once again it’s about to expand its financial technology bonafides. After previously launching its own mobile wallet, credit card, and more, the company is now set to enter the “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) market. At this year’s Worldwide Developer’s Conference, Apple unveiled its upcoming feature Apple…
