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Top tech news today: December 26, 2024
News Summaries 1. Fiserv acquires Payfare in $147M deal Fiserv enhances its fintech portfolio by acquiring Canadian earned wage access firm Payfare for $147 million. The move strengthens its position in digital payments. Fintech Futures 2. CFPB sues Zelle operator over fraud The CFPB has sued Zelle’…
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News Summaries 1. Fiserv acquires Payfare in $147M deal Fiserv enhances its fintech portfolio by acquiring Canadian earned wage access firm Payfare for $147 million. The move strengthens its position in digital payments. Fintech Futures 2. CFPB sues Zelle operator over fraud The…
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Fiserv enhances its fintech portfolio by acquiring Canadian earned wage access firm Payfare for $147 million. The move strengthens its position in digital payments. Fintech Futures The CFPB has sued Zelle’s operator and major banks, citing rampant fraud on the payment platform. The case highlights regulatory scrutiny in fintech. Fintech Futures
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US-based Fintech Bureau secured $30 million in Series B funding led by Sorenson Capital to expand its innovative financial solutions. Fintech Futures Startups in the MENA region continue to raise capital through revenue-based financing, demonstrating the model’s strong suitability for emerging markets. TechCrunch Singapore and Hong Kong top global blockchain innovation rankings, bolstering their reputations as hubs for cryptocurrency and decentralized finance advancements. Cointelegraph South Korea now boasts over 15 million cryptocurrency holders, highlighting the country’s growing adoption of digital assets amid a favorable regulatory environment. Cointelegraph
Key Points
- 1. Fiserv acquires Payfare in $147M deal
- 2. CFPB sues Zelle operator over fraud
- 3. US fintech raises $30M in Series B
- 4. Revenue-based financing thrives in MENA
- 5. Singapore, Hong Kong lead blockchain rankings
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