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Credit-Building Platform Stellar Raises $7 Million Seed Round

Thanks to the current FinTech landscape, there are now several ways of establishing credit. This includes options such as credit-builder loans, debit cards that act as secured credit cards, and even regular credit cards and loans that utilize alternative decision-making methods. Now, a startup with yet another idea on how to help consumers improve their finances has garnered a significant investment. This week, Stellar announced that it had raised $7...
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Stilt Raises $114 Million, Launches "Credit-as-a-Service" Platform Onbo

When looking at the FinTech industry, a recurring theme is the idea of bringing financial services to those who have traditionally been without such offerings. This includes making banking, investing, and lending products more accessible overall. Now, a startup with a focus on these very goals is raising money towards its efforts, while also rolling out a new platform that will expand its reach. This week, Stilt announced that it...
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Aspiration Partners with Lime to Support Tree Planting with Every Ride

Those looking to zip around cities on an electric scooter will soon have a chance to make an even larger positive environmental impact thanks to a popular FinTech. Today, the neobank Aspiration announced a partnership with shared electric vehicle company Lime that will see the two companies working together to fight climate change. Now, those renting Lime vehicles will have the opportunity to fund the planting of a tree with...
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Mastercard Announces 5-Year Global Partnership with Zeta

It looks as though we can expect plenty more credit card options from FinTech firms and neobanks in the near future. Recently, Zeta announced a five-year global partnership with Mastercard. As a result, the two companies will launch credit cards using Zeta's technology that operate on the Mastercard network. In addition to the partnership, it was also revealed that Mastercard has made a financial investment in Zeta. According to Crunchbase,...
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Healthcare Payments Startup Lynx Announces $17.5 in Funding

Oftentimes, when consumers consider what the term "FinTech" means, they picture neobanks, budget apps, and perhaps P2P lenders. However, the industry has continued to expand, with FinTech proving to be the basis for spin-off sectors such as insurtech. — which have gained popularity among users and venture capital firms alike. Now a company that blends finances and health care has "emerged from stealth," announcing its latest investment rounds. This week,...
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DeFi Social Trading Platform Nested Raises $7.5 Million

A DeFi platform that aims to add a social element to crypto trading has just garnered itself some investments. This week, Nested announced that it recently closed a $7.5 million round. The Series A was led by Alan Howard with Republic Capital, Kenetic Capital, CMT Digital, and a number of angel investors. Among these indivials investors were former Polychain Capital president Joseph Eagan, Earn co-founder Lily Liu, and Blackpool founder...
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Rize and MX Announce Partnership to Better Assist FinTechs

Following a record-breaking year for the FinTech sector that saw several high-profile investment rounds, initial public offerings, and breakthroughs, 2022 has picked up where 2021 left off. However, so far, this year seems to be one filled with mergers and acquisitions, as several such deals have recently been announced. At the same time, while some startups are joining forces in more permanent ways, many others are working in tandem less...
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Neon Introduces NFT Vending Machine in New York City

Love them or hate them, NFTs (non-fungible tokens) have exploded over the past year. However, despite the growing popularity, navigating the purchasing process remains a mystery for many — especially those not well-versed in cryptocurrency. Thus, Neon has unveiled a new solution it believes will help revolutionize the industry: an NFT vending machine. This week, Neon announced the opening of a new NFT vending location in New York City’s Financial...
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A Guide to Building Credit and Increasing Your Credit Scores

When it comes to credit, there’s some good news. The average credit score in the United States has been steadily rising in recent years, coming in at 715 in 2023. That may be because, today, consumers not only have more ways to access their credit reports and scores than ever before but also because there are an increasing number of options that Americans have for building credit in the first...

2024 SoFi Checking and Savings Review

Ever since I started taking an interest in the FinTech sector, one company whose name I’ve seen pop up over and over again is SoFi. Lately it seems as though that theme has been sent into overdrive as the company has not only become a household name thanks to its stadium naming rights deal but also because of the company’s continued product expansions. The most interesting development in my mind...
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Chase Reveals Q2 2024 Freedom 5%(+) Bonus Categories

Chase has announced its bonus category picks for the second quarter of 2024 — including some interesting twists. About the categories: As April approaches, Chase has revealed what categories Freedom and Freedom Flex cardholders can earn bonuses on. From April 1st through June 30th, customers can earn 5% (or more) in three categories: Amazon.com, Hotels, and Restaurants. Similar to how Chase embraced a "New Year, New Me" theme last quarter,...

FedEx Announces Winners of 11th Annual 2023 Small Business Grant Contest

Nearly three months after the entry period ended, FedEx has announced the winners of its 11th annual Small Business Grant Content. This year's event saw more than $300,000 in funds going to a variety of small businesses across the nation. Last month, the company revealed 100 finalists, with that list now being narrowed down to just 10 winners. This year's grand prize winners included KindVR, The Cupcake Collection, Up In...
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Imprint Launches Credit Cards from H-E-B and Central Market 

The FinTech Imprint is partnering with the popular Texas-based grocery chain H-E-B for a pair of new rewards credit cards. This week saw the launch of the H-E-B Visa Signature Credit Card as well as the Central Market Visa Signature Credit Card. With these two (nearly identical) options, customers will be able to earn rewards on groceries and beyond. First, both versions of the card earn up to 5% back on select...