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Does ‘Google Checking’ Foreshadow Big Tech, FinTech Payments Changes?

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They are described by Google as “smart,” since they will provide account holders with money management tips to optimize and manage the funds in those accounts. Google’s expertise is in UX design,” he noted. “By Code-named Cache, the accounts will be handled by Citi and Stanford Federal.

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Fintech Fundings: 38 Companies Raised $300 Million First Week of June

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HQ: Chicago, Illinois. Personal financial management. Tags: Consumer, advisors, investing, trading, ETFs, wealth management. Source: Crunchbase. Vibes (owned by Syniverse). Mobile wallet analytics. Latest round: $45 million Series B. Total raised: $60 million. Source: Crunchbase. Mobile savings account. Latest round: $22.5

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The 25 Most Absurd Job Titles In Tech

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As of this publication, LinkedIn showed active listings for a UX design alchemist at Critical TechWorks and a product and solutions development alchemist at Together Abroad. At the now defunct Convergys Corporation, new sales employees pitching the company’s customer management software were known as retail Jedis. Retail Jedi.

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Fintech Fundings: 21 Companies Raise $260 Million Week Ending Feb 12

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HQ: Chicago, Illinois. HQ: Chicago, Illinois. Tags: B2B, consumer, compliance, sales, on-boarding, UX, Silicon Valley Bank (lender). HQ: Oakland, California. Source: Crunchbase. Maestro Health. Employee benefits and health insurance services. Latest round: $53 million. Total raised: $53 million. Source: Crunchbase.

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Lessons From The Failed Chatbot Revolution — And 5 Industries Where The Tech Is Making A Comeback

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Personal finance: Using chatbots to help people manage their spending. While M was capable of handling simple questions like “Where can I get a good burger in Chicago next week?” Managing money is a complex undertaking. Personal finance: Chatbots to help manage spending. Table of Contents. Get the full report.