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Ripple becomes technology partner of National Bank of Georgia

The Paypers

US-based crypto solutions company Ripple has become the technology partner for National Bank of Georgia ’s (NBG) digital GEL pilot project.

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How will fintech fare in Georgia's Senate runoff?

Payments Source

5 in Georgia, with the balance of power in the Senate at stake, as well as at least two years of financial services and technology policy. The final outcome of the November election will be decided on Jan.

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Georgia Tech Data Breach Leaves 1.3M Exposed

PYMNTS

The Georgia Institute of Technology confirmed that it suffered a data breach that has exposed the personal information of 1.3 “A central Georgia Tech database was accessed by an unknown outside entity. Department of Education and the University System of Georgia have both been notified.

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Paysera expands to Georgia

The Paypers

The Paysera network of financial technology companies has announced it is expanding to Georgia, where the first Paysera bank will open its doors.

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Technology Association of Georgia Hosts Inaugural Event: FinTech South

William Mills

Winning companies had to have ties to Georgia; have established customers and revenue streams; and provide innovative solutions in the fintech space. Along with bragging rights, Qoins will also receive a $50,000 cash award and will be accepted into the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Accelerate program for one year at no charge.

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Fiserv wants a special purpose bank charter. What does this mean?

American Banker

The technology company's move in Georgia could widen its processing relationships with merchants, but the company insists it won't become a traditional financial institution.

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This week’s podcast episode: A look at the impact of new developments in payment systems on low-income consumers

CFPB Monitor

Our special guest is Mark Budnitz, Professor Emeritus, Georgia State University College of Law. Budnitz explores the impact on low-income consumers of the increasing use of digital technology for consumer payments. In an article recently published in the Georgetown Journal on Poverty Law & Policy, Prof.

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