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Frank Fraud Trial Begins With Accusations of Lies From Both Sides
February 23, 2025

Did Charlie Javice dupe JPMorgan Chase into buying her college financial aid startup Frank? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Trump Allies Reportedly Worried DOGE Attacks on CFPB Could Backfire
February 23, 2025

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has long been a target of Republican ire. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Report: European Commission Finds Google’s Search Result Changes Insufficient
February 21, 2025

The European Commission is reportedly set to charge Google with violating European Union rules. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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UK Court Approves Settlement in Class Action Targeting Mastercard
February 21, 2025

A London court approved a settlement in a class action lawsuit brought against Mastercard over its swipe fees. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Fed Scrutiny Increases on Private Credit’s Risk and Reward
February 21, 2025

Generally speaking, the more capital in the markets, the better — as that money finds its way into new growth opportunities (including innovative firms) and provides the backing for lending and other financial services activities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Coinbase Says SEC Will Dismiss Lawsuit Against Company Next Week
February 21, 2025

Coinbase said Friday (Feb. 21) that Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) staff have agreed in principle to dismiss the agency’s enforcement case against the cryptocurrency company, subject to commissioner approval. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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FTC Seeks Public Comment on Tech Platforms’ User Censorship 
February 20, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission said Thursday (Feb. 20) that technology platforms may be breaking the law when they deny or degrade users’ access to services based on the content of their speech or affiliations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Synapse Collapse Reportedly Target of Criminal Grand Jury Probe
February 20, 2025

A grand jury is reportedly probing criminal conduct at bankrupt FinTech firm Synapse. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Trump Proposes Returning 20% of DOGE Savings to Taxpayers
February 20, 2025

President Trump has floated giving a $5,000 “DOGE Dividend” to U.S. taxpayers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...