Tagged: us

June 23, 2025 @ 5:11 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

HomeFree-USA announces the Experian CreditCenter, a free tool, backed by FICO, to empower potential homebuyers. This initiative is an extension of Experian’s ongoing partnership with HomeFree-USA, “aimed at promoting financial inclusion and supporting the path to homeownership in the United States.” The resource is available… Read More

June 20, 2025 @ 4:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

LendingClub (NYSE: LC) has announced the launch of LevelUp Checking, the latest in its growing set of digital-first financial solutions. LendingClub is a chartered digital banks that started its existence as an online lender. Credit continues to make up an important part of its operations. LevelUp… Read More

June 20, 2025 @ 4:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), the post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry, announced that its central securities depository subsidiary, The Depository Trust Company (DTC), has surpassed “$100 trillion in assets under custody as overall U.S. market capitalization continues to rise.”… Read More

June 20, 2025 @ 12:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Betterment, which claims to be the largest independent digital investment advisor in the U.S., announced the acquisition of Rowboat Advisors, a  provider of portfolio management software with advanced capabilities in direct indexing, tax optimization, and personalized investing. The acquisition strengthens Betterment’s technology platform and accelerates… Read More

June 17, 2025 @ 6:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Kin, the direct-to-consumer, digital home insurance provider, today announced its expansion into Colorado. Kin brings Colorado homeowners a new home insurance option that combines technology and data with personalized service to deliver accessible, affordable protection. This growth into the Colorado market furthers Kin’s mission to… Read More

June 17, 2025 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

More stable economic conditions and a surge in available real estate / homes helped boost sales in May after a slow April, according to the latest market report from Zillow. Real estate buyers have more options and lower mortgage rates than last year. But sales… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 4:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The recent rejection of an ethics provision in the CLARITY Act by the White House has ignited more controversy over the intersection of politics and cryptocurrency. This decision comes amid growing scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s financial ties to the crypto industry. 🚨 SCOOP: Lawmakers… Read More

June 14, 2025 @ 12:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Q1 2025 US PE Middle Market Report from PitchBook provides a data-driven analysis of the trends shaping private equity (PE) investment in the US middle market, a segment critical to the broader PE landscape. Covering deal activity, exits, fundraising, and macroeconomic influences, the report… Read More

June 11, 2025 @ 10:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Congressman William Timmons, a Republican from South Carolina, has fired off a letter to newly appointed SEC Chair Paul Atkins, demanding documents that shed light on the agency’s inconsistent handling of Ethereum (ETH) under former Chair Gary Gensler. Sent on June 10, 2025, this move… Read More

June 11, 2025 @ 2:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Netcapital Inc. (NCPL, NCPLW), a Boston-based Fintech in the online investment sector, says it is making significant strides in democratizing private capital markets. Through a series of acquisitions and platform enhancements announced in recent press releases, the company is reinforcing its mission to empower entrepreneurs… Read More

June 10, 2025 @ 4:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In an international operation codenamed Operation RapTor, U.S. and Taiwanese law enforcement reportedly dismantled Incognito Market – a notorious darknet marketplace “that facilitated over $100 million in illegal drug sales.” Binance‘s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) played “a pivotal role in helping bring the platform’s operators… Read More

June 9, 2025 @ 2:54 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Xero, the global small business platform, released its US State of the Industry Report for accounting and bookkeeping (AB) practices in 2025, revealing an optimistic outlook driven by “evolving service offerings and strong performance metrics year-over-year.” The report highlights a significant upswing in the industry,… Read More

June 9, 2025 @ 2:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The luxury housing and real estate market tapped the brakes in April 2025. Financial volatility led both buyers and sellers “at the high end to hit pause,” according to Zillow‘s latest look at the luxury housing market. The typical luxury home — defined as the… Read More

June 8, 2025 @ 10:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

UK’s Starling Bank has reported steady financial performance, strategic leadership enhancements, and plans for international expansion, while continuing to support female entrepreneurship and urging customers to optimize their savings. These developments underscore Starling’s commitment to innovation, diversity, and customer-centric growth. In its latest financial update,… Read More

June 8, 2025 @ 3:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Equifax (NYSE: EFX) is making it even easier for U.S. consumers to understand their credit history and monitor their financial health with the introduction of a new, reimagined consumer credit report design. Available now to U.S. consumers who request hard copies of their Equifax credit report,… Read More

June 6, 2025 @ 5:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Thunes, the so-called “Smart Superhighway” to move money around the world, announced it has secured the 50 licenses it requires to operate in the United States. This marks a milestone following its recent Series D funding round and reinforces Thunes’ commitment to “scale at pace… Read More

June 5, 2025 @ 11:11 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a rapidly evolving global economic landscape, understanding U.S. trade policy and its implications is critical for investors, businesses, and policymakers. The Citi Institute’s recent update, part of its Invest USA series, offers a deep dive into the current U.S. tariff regime, ongoing trade negotiations,… Read More

June 5, 2025 @ 2:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Yieldstreet, a private markets investment platform, today announced the successful close of an initial $45 million equity investment as part of its planned $60 million Series D funding round, led by “existing investors Tarsadia Investments, Mayfair Equity Partners, and Edison Partners.” The capital will be… Read More

June 5, 2025 @ 8:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The rise of stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to assets like the U.S. dollar, is significantly increasing demand for U.S. Treasury bills while solidifying the dollar’s position as the world’s leading reserve currency, according to a recent report by Citigroup. The report highlights how stablecoins, such… Read More

June 4, 2025 @ 5:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

DailyPay, a worktech company and the provider of On-Demand Pay, marks a significant legislative milestone with the enactment of House Bill 1294, which regulates On-Demand Pay (also known “as earned wage access) services in Maryland.” On-Demand Pay is a critical financial tool that empowers hardworking… Read More