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New York Ramps Up Fight Against Predatory SMB Lending

PYMNTS

Just days after New York Attorney General (AG) Barbara Underwood announced an investigation into possible misconduct among merchant cash-advance (MCA) firms against small business (SMB) borrowers, The Washington Post reported that state legislators are vowing to push for change in the industry. The publication said on Thursday (Dec.

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New York State Regulations for Online Lenders to ‘Level Playing Field’ for Banks

Bank Innovation

Online lenders may own more than half of the personal lending market, but they face serious headwinds. In New York State, perhaps anticipating a […].

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New requirements for live checks now effective in New York

CFPB Monitor

On September 2, 2022, new requirements for “live checks” became effective in New York. The new requirements were created by SB 4894 which New York Governor Hochul signed into law on May 5, 2022. The new requirements apply to “mail-loan checks” issued by “lending institutions.”

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CFPB determines Truth In Lending Act does not preempt New York, California, Utah, and Virginia commercial financing disclosure laws

CFPB Monitor

The CFPB has issued a determination that the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) does not preempt the commercial financing laws of New York , California , Utah, and Virginia. The determination will be effective on the date it is published in the Federal Register.

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New York Banks Should Get Into Online Lending

PYMNTS

Online lending may be dominated by startup companies based outside of New York, but the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) wants New York banks to get into the business as well. “Don’t be left behind.” “Don’t be left behind.”

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New York Times Posts Blockchain Job

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The New York Times newspaper posted a job called “Lead, Blockchain Exploration” on Wednesday (March 13), and later took it down, according to reports. The posting said the organization was looking for someone to “design a blockchain-based proof of concept for news publishers.”.

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CFPB makes preliminary determinations that Truth in Lending Act does not preempt New York, California, Utah, and Virginia commercial financing disclosure laws

CFPB Monitor

In a notice of “ Intent to Make Preemption Determination under the Truth in Lending Act (Regulation Z) ,” the CFPB announced that it is seeking comments on its preliminary determinations that the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) does not.

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