Neon Money Club introduces Score, a groundbreaking dating app where your credit score determines your eligibility for love. In a world where swiping right is the norm, Score adds a twist – you need at least a 675 credit score to join the romance ride. Dive into TC’s Dominic-Madori Davis’ insightful review on how this innovative app by Neon Money Club aims to redefine the dating landscape and spark conversations about financial compatibility. And don’t miss out on the buzz buzzing on X and LI!
“Robinhood’s Red-Hot Rally” Robinhood stuns the market with an unexpected fourth-quarter profit surge, igniting a remarkable rally in its stock. Fueled by robust interest income and a resurgence in trading, the trading platform’s shares soared to their highest levels in nearly two years, closing at $14, a striking 17% jump from the previous week’s close. Explore how Robinhood’s upward trajectory spells good fortune not only for public fintechs but also hints at promising prospects for privately held counterparts. And relive CEO Vlad Tenev’s captivating TechCrunch Disrupt appearance from last year.
“Fintech Funding Frenzy” In the world of fintech funding, Europe’s Finom secures a whopping €50 million ($54 million) in Series B equity, while FlowFi, the marketplace connecting finance experts with entrepreneurs, nets an impressive $9 million in seed funding led by Blumberg Capital. Meanwhile, Bold, the Colombian fintech revolutionizing electronic payments, seals the deal with a remarkable $50 million Series C round backed by General Atlantic. But stealing the spotlight is Rasa, the conversational AI platform for financial services, raising $30 million in a groundbreaking Series C round co-led by StepStone Capital and PayPal Ventures, marking PayPal’s foray into AI investment.
“Beyond Borders: Rippling’s Global Expansion” Fresh off its U.K. and Ireland launches, Rippling is making waves Down Under with the grand opening of its Asia-Pacific headquarters in Sydney, Australia. Spearheaded by new Chief Product Officer Eisar Lipkovitz, poached from JPMorgan, Rippling is set to redefine workforce management on a global scale.
“Race to the Top: Cash App’s Competitive Leap” Apple’s move to boost Apple Card’s savings account interest rate to 4.5% sparks a race to the top as Cash App announces its own up to 4.5% APY offer for Cash App Savings customers. Witness the competitive landscape shift as fintech giants vie for the top spot in the lucrative savings market.
