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Varo Achieves Milestone As First Consumer FinTech To Get National Charter

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Colin Walsh got lots of laughs five years ago when he talked of his intention to launch a financial technology (FinTech) startup. Varo is the first consumer FinTech to receive a new national bank charter from the U.S. Since then, the skepticism has evaporated and the CEO of Varo Money Inc. , To date, Varo has raised $419.4 million.

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Fintech Startup Payrailz Selects William Mills Agency as Public Relations Agency of Record

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Payrailz was founded to help financial institutions succeed by offering a smarter, faster and more engaging payment experience surpassing the current solutions available in the market. Digital payments and the user experience continue to be a big focus for the financial industry,” said Mickey Goldwasser, VP marketing at Payrailz.

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Regional Banks Guide Corporates To Future-Proof Accounts Payable

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People’s United Bank Senior Vice President of Treasury Management Cris Sigovitch told PYMNTS that while access to payables FinTech solutions is important, perhaps even more essential is access to a trusted partner that can guide firms toward a resilient and future-proof AP department. ” Offering the Right Tools. .

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The 14 Biggest Insurtech Events & Conferences in 2023

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These are the largest events in the insurance industry geared towards technologists, program managers, marketers, developers and C-Suite execs at both legacy insurers and upstart insurance tech firms. Below is our curated list of the best global insurtech events and conferences in 2023.

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Fintech Fundings: 21 Companies Raise $440 Million Week Ending July 23

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The biggest equity round ($50 million) went to Remedy Partners , a Connecticut-based health tech company. While not a pure fintech play, we included it here because its primary customers are the big insurers, including the U.S. HQ: Darien, Connecticut. Mobile insurance provider in emerging markets. government.

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Fintech Fundings: 9 Companies Raise $73 Million Week Ending Dec 31

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The year ends with a total of about $19 billion invested into private fintech companies (includes debt and equity). It is unlikely we’ll see that much in 2016, but the fintech sector is vast, and there are fascinating opportunities for newcomers and existing brands alike. HQ: Shelton, Connecticut. Total raised: $36.9

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Dream Payments Closes $10 Million Series A

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In addition to FairVentures, Connecticut Innovations, Real Ventures, and angel investors also participated. ” Pictured: Chief Marketing Officer Christian Ali demonstrating the Dream Mobile Point of Sale solution. ” Pictured: Chief Marketing Officer Christian Ali demonstrating the Dream Mobile Point of Sale solution.