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KarmaCheck Raises $45 Million for Background Check, Credentialing Platform
Investments // June 27, 2024

KarmaCheck has raised $45 million in a Series B funding round to accelerate the development of its technology-based solution for background checks, credentialing and compliance. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Men 150% More Likely to Use Dating Apps Than Women
Mobile Applications // November 09, 2022

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Error-Filled Screening Reports Hurt Renters
Real Estate // May 28, 2020

The 2008 financial crisis fueled tenant screening to become a $1 billion industry, but some are asking at what cost. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Citigroup Fined $1.25M For Background Check Infractions
Regulation // July 29, 2019

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has fined Citigroup’s global markets business $1.25 million for not performing background checks on thousands of non-registered employees for a period of seven years, according to a report by Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Men 150% More Likely to Use Dating Apps Than Women

November 09, 2022
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Checkr CEO: Bringing Background Checks To The Forefront

April 24, 2018
In the gig economy, high turnover means heavy lifting for firms seeking the right candidate. And with rules and regulations governing various service industries — from finance to ride-hailing —...

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Intellicheck Partners With Screening Software Company on Employee Background Checks

December 10, 2024
Background screening industry platform provider Accio Data has teamed with identity verification company Intellicheck. 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 completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

KarmaCheck Raises $45 Million for Background Check, Credentialing Platform

June 27, 2024
KarmaCheck has raised $45 million in a Series B funding round to accelerate the development of its technology-based solution for background checks, credentialing and compliance. Get the Full Story Complete...

Error-Filled Screening Reports Hurt Renters

May 28, 2020
The 2008 financial crisis fueled tenant screening to become a $1 billion industry, but some are asking at what cost. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Citigroup Fined $1.25M For Background Check Infractions

July 29, 2019
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has fined Citigroup’s global markets business $1.25 million for not performing background checks on thousands of non-registered employees for a period of seven years,...