FinTech

Financial technology, often shortened to fintech, is the technology and innovation that aims to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. It is an emerging industry that uses technology to improve activities in finance.

The Payment Professional’s Guide to Stablecoins
The Payment Professional’s Guide to Stablecoins
October 21, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

The stablecoin market is collectively worth north of $170 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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PYMNTS’ Data-Driven Journey Through Payments Innovation
PYMNTS’ Data-Driven Journey Through Payments Innovation
October 19, 2024  |  Payments Innovation

Oct. 20, 2009. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Treasury Calls for Federal Payments Framework, but Key Details Remain Unclear
Treasury Calls for Federal Payments Framework, but Key Details Remain Unclear
October 18, 2024  |  Regulation

Through the past several weeks and months, the drumbeat’s grown louder for regulations at the federal level to govern nonbanks — especially FinTechs, neobanks and...

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Stripe Aims for Largest Acquisition Yet with $1 Billion Deal for Bridge
Stripe Aims for Largest Acquisition Yet with $1 Billion Deal for Bridge
October 18, 2024  |  Acquisitions

Stripe, the FinTech giant, is reportedly in talks to acquire crypto startup Bridge for $1 billion, according to sources familiar with the discussions. This potential...

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Collaborative Finance: How SaaS and Embedded Payments Are Changing the Game
Collaborative Finance: How SaaS and Embedded Payments Are Changing the Game
October 14, 2024  |  Payments Innovation

We at PYMNTS have long been covering the trend that, in shorthand, is “embedded everything,” where payments, especially, are being woven inextricably into software and...

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Bank of America Merges FinTech and Technology Investment Banking Teams
Bank of America Merges FinTech and Technology Investment Banking Teams
October 14, 2024  |  Banking

Bank of America has merged its FinTech and technology investment banking teams. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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79% of Millennials and Gen Z Turn to Social Media for Financial Advice
79% of Millennials and Gen Z Turn to Social Media for Financial Advice
October 14, 2024  |  Consumer Finance

Social media algorithms have emerged as influential players in the realm of advice, effectively acting as pseudo-advisers for generations eager for financial literacy. Get the...

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Mercado Libre Sells Record 20 Million Products in August as Argentina Recovers
Mercado Libre Sells Record 20 Million Products in August as Argentina Recovers
October 09, 2024  |  eCommerce

Mercado Libre is witnessing a consumption recovery in Argentina amid a period of “profound economic transition.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Mercury Gets $100 Million Credit Warehouse for Corporate Card Business
Mercury Gets $100 Million Credit Warehouse for Corporate Card Business
October 09, 2024  |  Credit Cards

FinTech company Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse with Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking to grow its corporate credit card business. Get the Full...

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