In the rapidly evolving landscape of financial technology, or FinTech, North Carolina has emerged as an unexpected leader, illustrating that tech innovation can thrive outside the usual suspects of Silicon Valley and New York City. The state has cultivated an environment that is not only welcoming
November 4, 2024Santander Consumer has significantly expanded its small business vehicle financing program, now available to all automotive dealers on its platform nationwide. This major development positions Santander as a key player in the automotive lending sector, catering specifically to small businesses and
September 17, 2024The remarkable growth of Finally, a Miami-based AI bookkeeping startup, underscores a compelling narrative within the fintech space. Founded in 2018, the company has not only attained significant financial milestones but also carved out a unique niche by addressing the complex financial needs of
September 11, 2024Entrepreneurs in the District of Columbia are navigating a treacherous path. A recent analysis by LendingTree, utilizing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, has illuminated a concerning trend for DC-based startups. An astonishing 32.2% of new businesses in the nation's capital flounder in
June 12, 2024Silicon Valley's Commanding Lead in VC Funding Venture capital firms in Silicon Valley are making waves with their latest rounds of colossal funding endeavors. The Valley's juggernauts, General Catalyst and Andreessen Horowitz, have recently unveiled multi-billion dollar funds dedicated
May 2, 2024The synergy between artificial intelligence and the challenge to improve the lives of people with disabilities has birthed a promising new field: disability technology—or disability tech. Mirroring the rapid expansion of fintech, this domain hints at a burgeoning revolution with substantial p
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