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Digital Lending / Digital Payments

PortX Partners with MeridianLink to Empower Financial Institutions with Integrated Lending Solutions

In an effort to help financial institutions (FIs) stay competitive in the rapidly evolving landscape of lending, PortX has announced its partnership with MeridianLink, a leading provider of digital lending and account opening solutions. This collaboration aims to deliver faster and more innovative lending capabilities to FIs, enabling them to provide personalized experiences and forge stronger relationships with their customers.

June 28, 2023

Employment Law

Revolutionizing the Hourly and Gig Worker Economy: How Tech Startups are Transforming the Labor Market

Over 55% of wage and salary recipients in the US are paid at hourly rates, which has led to the rise of startups developing technology to revolutionize the hourly and gig-based job market. These companies have secured billions in venture and growth funding globally in recent years. This article explores the impact of technology on the hourly work industry, highlighting

June 26, 2023

Digital Wealth Management

Embracing the FinTech Revolution: Unlocking Opportunities for Business Efficiency and Innovation

The emergence of financial technology or fintech has revolutionized the financial industry in recent years. Fintech solutions are changing the way businesses operate, from streamlining financial processes to simplifying payments and transforming financing. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore how fintech is revolutionizing business operations and the benefits it offers to businesses of all sizes. Automating Business Tasks through

June 23, 2023

AI and ML

Embracing the Voice Revolution: AI Startup ElevenLabs Raises $19 Million to Advance Text-to-Speech and Voice Cloning Technology

ElevenLabs, a one-year-old AI startup focused on creating new text-to-speech and voice cloning tools, has raised $19 million in a Series A round co-led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), marking another milestone in the increasingly competitive field of generative AI voice synthesis. The company aims to revolutionize audio content creation through ultra-realistic text-to-speech models for education, audiobooks, gaming, movies, business, and

June 22, 2023

AI and ML

The AI Investment Boom: Builder.ai and Anthropic Secure $700 Million, Accelerating Innovation and Growth

Investors continue to pour millions of dollars into the artificial intelligence (AI) space, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down. Two AI startups, Builder.ai and Anthropic, recently received a total of $700 million in funding in a single day. This marks another level of the AI craze that has been dominating the private markets since late last year.

June 22, 2023

Employment Law

The NLRB Changing Landscape: Repeal of SuperShuttle and Return to FedEx II Standard for Independent Contractor Classification

For many years, businesses have relied on independent contractors to handle various tasks, often in an effort to cut labor costs. However, as the gig economy continues to grow and more workers are classified as independent contractors, questions arise over their rights and legal protections. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has been at the forefront of this debate, working

June 21, 2023

FinTech Insurance

Revolutionizing the Insurtech Industry: Rnwl’s Growth Capital Journey on Seedrs and Beyond

The insurance industry has undergone significant transformation over the years. However, despite the advancements, consumers still face the problem of increased premium rates each year. In this regard, Rnwl, a UK-based startup, is looking to transform the insurance industry through an automated price comparison solution. Rnwl has launched a funding campaign to raise growth capital, and this article examines the

June 21, 2023

AI and ML

Navigating the IPO Alternative: How AI Startups Leverage SPACs for Market Success

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm. As the application of AI in various industries increases, investment in AI-focused companies is also on the rise. One of the ways companies are raising capital to fuel their growth is through Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). In this article, we will discuss how several AI-focused companies have partnered with SPACs

June 19, 2023

Digital Marketing

Strategic Brand Expansion: Harnessing Customer Perceptions, Adjacencies, and Trust for Lasting Success

Brand stretching is a common practice among companies seeking to extend their reach in the marketplace. The process of taking an established brand and introducing it into new markets or product categories can be a powerful tool for growth if done correctly. However, it can also be a risky endeavor if not approached strategically. In this article, we will explore

June 19, 2023

Digital Lending / Digital Payments

Comerica Bank has launched a fully digital lending platform aimed at providing easier access to capital for small businesses

Comerica Bank has announced the launch of Comerica Small Business Convenient Capital, a fully digital lending platform developed to simplify and accelerate access to capital for small businesses throughout the United States. In collaboration with Amount, a digitally enabled lender and credit solutions provider, the platform is designed to cater to small business customers with loan needs up to $100,000.

June 18, 2023

E-Commerce

Revolutionizing B2B: DJUST Secures €12M in Series A Funding for Global Expansion and Enhanced Solutions

DJUST, a Paris-based B2B eCommerce Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, has successfully raised €12m in a Series A growth funding round. The funding round was led by New Enterprise Associates, Inc. (NEA), with additional support from Elaia Partners, which is an existing investor in DJUST. This funding round has offered a considerable financial boost to the company’s expansion plans. The €12m Series

June 14, 2023

Customer Data Management

The Importance of Customer Data Platforms for Startup Success

In today’s data-driven world, businesses rely heavily on high-quality, accurate, and up-to-date data to make informed decisions in multiple aspects of their operations. With the increasing importance of customer-centered marketing, the pressure to maintain well-organized data has never been higher. The use of a Customer Data Platform (CDP) is becoming increasingly popular among businesses, particularly for startups. In this article,

June 13, 2023