Concerns about the involvement of staffers from the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in the Bureau of the Fiscal Service payments system have prompted significant attention from congressional officials. The primary apprehensions, highlighted by Sen. Ron Wyden, focus on
The landscape of small business lending in the United States is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by two powerful forces: deregulation and digitization. These changes promise to reshape the financial environment, making it more conducive for small businesses to access the credit they
In the competitive world of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), securing a loan can often be a formidable challenge. Traditional banks require extensive documentation and have long approval processes, which can be particularly burdensome for businesses that lack property ownership or an
The world of mobile payment apps has recently witnessed a paradox as the number of new downloads has declined while user engagement continues to rise. In late 2024, popular platforms such as Venmo, Cash App, Affirm, and Afterpay experienced a notable decrease in new downloads compared to the same
In an unprecedented move to tackle soaring credit card debt, Republican Senator Josh Hawley and independent Senator Bernie Sanders introduced a bill aimed at capping credit card interest rates at 10% for five years. The bill seeks to offer much-needed financial relief to working families
Imagine going to your favorite local café, ordering a cup of coffee, and then being asked to pay a small extra charge just because you're using your credit card. This isn't a hypothetical situation; it’s becoming a reality for an increasing number of small businesses in the U.S. According to a
