Financial Services

The payments firm responded to some short-seller allegations. But its failure to address key claims could cause future problems.

It’s calling on bank officials to enforce tighter regulations that can be enacted under existing laws. But the actions don’t solve all the issues.

The new office can play a key role in creating guidance and standardized frameworks for major technologies like digital assets and AI.

On today's episode, we dive deeper into the banking debacle created by Silicon Valley Bank’s meltdown in order to see what the path forward will look like. In our “Headlines” segment, we discuss the challenges startups that banked at SVB are currently facing and how some existing banks are treading lightly with SVB’s former customers—while others are embracing them. In “Story by Numbers,” we turn the spotlight toward consumer trust in banks. And in “For Argument’s Sake,” we debate whether fintechs will need to operate in an environment with more regulatory scrutiny. Tune in to the conversation between host Rob Rubin and our analysts Tiffani Montez and Jenna McNamee. Listen and subscribe today.

A rule on lending to small businesses arrives: The long-awaited regulation on disclosure of owners’ demographics, among other data, also has a weird part.

The government’s new AI regulatory framework will promote innovation through interactive implementation.

House Reps criticized their lack of enforcement actions prior to the collapse of SVB and Signature Bank.

A branded wallet might help Synchrony contend with potential disintermediation. But it would face strong competition.

Apple’s long-teased buy now, pay later service is finally here, but what can it bring to an already crowded table? Our analysts unpack who may use Apple Pay Later and evaluate five of its prerelease features to see how they stack up to consumer demand.

Amid scrutiny over who’s to blame for recent bank collapses, politicians are weighing in on the need to change legislation.

Industry experts say new regulation is needed for the country to sustain its leading position on the world stage.

CFPB director Rohit Chopra said regulations should identify the risks in fast communication and put rules in place to mitigate their effects.

Mexican lender Banorte is introducing a digital bank. In recent months, Nubank, Santander, and others have also made major plays in the country.