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How One Firm Found Order in the Chaotic World of Cryptocurrency Accounting

How One Firm Found Order in the Chaotic World of Cryptocurrency Accounting

“The most difficult part in the entire market is that there is no standard.”

By Lauren Muskett | October 18, 2019

Fintech Takes Root in America’s Farmland

Fintech Takes Root in America’s Farmland

Using data-focused underwriting principles, FarmTogether provides investors fractional ownership of agricultural land that’s then leased out to farmers.

By Lauren Muskett | October 16, 2019

Search Engine for Consumer Finance Nabs Funding

Credit & Capital

Search Engine for Consumer Finance Nabs Funding

Even Financial lands $25.5 million in venture capital to bolster its digital marketplace for connecting financial services providers and consumers.

By Vincent Ryan | September 4, 2019

Goldman, Point72 Invest $42 Million in Mexican Fintech

Credit & Capital

Goldman, Point72 Invest $42 Million in Mexican Fintech

Online lender Credijusto has originated $90 million in loans and equipment leases to small businesses across Mexico.

By Lauren Muskett | August 29, 2019

Alibaba Boosts Stake in Chinese Bank to 4.8%

Alibaba Boosts Stake in Chinese Bank to 4.8%

The e-commerce giant joins rival Tencent in becoming a major CICC shareholder as both firms eye opportunities in fintech.

By Matthew Heller | February 19, 2019

Square Hires Blizzard’s Amrita Ahuja as CFO

Square Hires Blizzard’s Amrita Ahuja as CFO

“I believe Square is building the most innovative commerce ecosystem for sellers and consumers," Ahuja says.

By Matthew Heller | January 4, 2019

One CFO’s Road to a New Career in Fintech

One CFO’s Road to a New Career in Fintech

For Tipalti's new finance chief, successful experiences in consulting and private equity led to her entry into one of today's most dynamic industries.

By David McCann | September 4, 2018

FINCA’s Journey from Non-Profit to For-Profit

FINCA’s Journey from Non-Profit to For-Profit

The CFO of a leading microfinance firm instills a new mindset and a new way of doing business in short order.

By David McCann | May 16, 2018

Coinbase Names Alesia Haas as First CFO

Coinbase Names Alesia Haas as First CFO

The current finance chief of hedge fund Och-Ziff is leaving Wall Street for fintech at "a critical moment for the cryptocurrency industry."

By Matthew Heller | April 18, 2018

Fintech’s Focus Shifts Toward Finance

Fintech’s Focus Shifts Toward Finance

Financial technology firms have paid more attention to the technology than building a sound financial foundation. That's changing, to the sector's benefit.

By George Sclavos | March 27, 2018

PNC’s Jenn LaClair Named Ally Financial CFO

PNC’s Jenn LaClair Named Ally Financial CFO

LaClair's experience "will be key as we accelerate our growth and evolution as a leading digital financial services company," Ally's CEO says.

By Matthew Heller | December 12, 2017

Who Qualifies to Be CFO of a Tech Firm?

Who Qualifies to Be CFO of a Tech Firm?

You don't necessarily need experience in the firm's specific niche. In many cases, other aspects of your background are more important.

By David McCann | November 28, 2017

JPMorgan Buys WePay in Major Fintech Move

JPMorgan Buys WePay in Major Fintech Move

The bank is reportedly paying more than $220 million to join a wave of Wall Street acquisitions of fintech startups.

By Matthew Heller | October 18, 2017

Square-Off: Are Financial Institutions Overregulated?

Square-Off: Are Financial Institutions Overregulated?

The answer isn't simple. Five banking experts share their views.

By Vincent Ryan | October 20, 2016

Banks Take on the Fintechs

Banks Take on the Fintechs

Innovating on digital capabilities enables banks to create more efficient business models.

By Kenny Smith | October 18, 2016