Sarah Vainstein

A week that delivered more than $1.1 billion in fresh financing, a confidential S-1 from a crypto heavyweight, and a workforce reset cutting headcount by roughly half forced a simple question into focus: is fintech finally acting like a mature industry under pressure to perform rather than just to

In the competitive arena of global wealth management, Julius Baer, a leading Swiss private bank, stands at a pivotal moment with its recent announcement of a 149 million Swiss franc ($184 million) loan loss provision. This move, aimed at addressing legacy issues within its real estate loan

In an era where cryptocurrency continues to reshape financial landscapes, a striking story emerges from the Bitcoin mining community that could signal a transformative shift for payroll systems worldwide, sparking hope for a new financial frontier. A hobbyist miner, armed with an outdated ASIC rig

In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finds itself racing against time to overhaul a critical open banking rule that dictates how customer financial data is shared between traditional banks and innovative fintech companies. This regulation,

The banking sector is witnessing a seismic shift with the recent announcement of Community First Credit Union of Florida acquiring First Southern Bank in Georgia for a staggering $3.3 billion, creating a powerhouse with a vast regional footprint. This deal has ignited discussions across the

The Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) is at the forefront of a critical mission to secure financial stability while addressing strategic infrastructure decisions, as highlighted in a detailed report from November 19. Amid a landscape of declining student enrollment and significant

In a significant move that underscores its commitment to financial leadership and strategic expansion, Power Integrations, a San Jose, California-based leader in high-voltage power conversion technology, has announced the appointment of Nancy Erba as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective

As the fintech landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, few companies have captured attention quite like Pipe, a US-based provider of embedded capital and financial tools for small and medium businesses. Today, I’m thrilled to sit down with Priya Jaiswal, a renowned expert in banking,

What does it take to navigate the cutthroat world of commercial banking in a state as dynamic as New Jersey, where businesses range from small startups to sprawling corporations? Finding the right leader to bridge local needs with big-picture strategy is no small feat, but Valley National Bancorp,

In a striking testament to the evolving landscape of private banking in Spain, CaixaBank Wealth Management has reached a significant milestone by exceeding 10,000 clients through its Advisory Desk service as of August this year. This achievement, shared via a corporate announcement on November 17,