PYMNTS

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Hourly — a FinTech startup that helps with workers’ comp insurance, time-tracking and payroll for small businesses — has raised $7.15 The company — based in Palo Alto, California — launched earlier this year, and is currently the only startup of its kind. million in a Seed funding round, according to a press release.

Startups 60

Startups Leverage Technology Marketing 60

PYMNTS

JANUARY 9, 2019

Self-driving tech startup Mobileye is expanding its business in China through two new partnerships. The Israeli company, which was bought by Intel in 2017 for $15.3

Startups 63

Startups Transportation Leverage Technology 63

PYMNTS

JUNE 3, 2019

Fluree, a database management startup based in North Carolina, has raised $4.7 It has the ability to make the data immensely collaborative by allowing multiple parties to actually interact with it and improve security, and it really allows you, especially with how we’ve organized our database, to get better leverage out of the data.”.

Startups 58

Startups Leverage Technology Securities 58

PYMNTS

JUNE 2, 2020

Mastercard has added a program designed to assist FinTech startups in Europe with quickly launching and expanding, the company announced on Tuesday (June 2). Mark Barnett, president of Mastercard Europe, said that European startups have been driving the global transition toward more digital-focused economies. “Be

Startups 56

Startups Compliance Leverage eCommerce 56

CFO Plans

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Whether you’re navigating the early stages of a startup or managing the complexities of an expanding enterprise, scalable accounting solutions are essential. Discover Scalable Accounting Solutions Small Business Financial Advisory Lays the Foundation When launching a startup, every financial decision counts.

Startups 52

Startups Accounting CFO Tax Planning 52

PYMNTS

MAY 18, 2020

Japan-based credit card and payment firm JCB has announced a partnership with tech startup accelerator TECHFUND to explore the idea of a payment system with blockchain options, the company said on Friday (May 15). TECHFUND isn’t new to the blockchain sphere, having explored helping entrepreneurs with service token offerings in the past.

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B2B Startups Cash Management Leverage 115

CFO Thought Leader

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Inside The Mentoring Round , CFO Aira Pineda reflects on her bold career move, leaving a high-profile role in the city to join Scrubbed, a small startup, in order to better accommodate her family.

Startups 52

Startups CFO Leadership Compliance 52

VCFO

MARCH 9, 2023

So how did Schoox move from a startup with a bold vision to a strong and rapidly growing organization with now more than 2,000 customers and 20 million learners around the world? The post From Startup to Sustainable Success– How Schoox Did It appeared first on vcfo. At vcfo, our mission is always to make your company stronger.

Startups 58

Startups Leadership CFO Leverage 58

CFO News

JANUARY 15, 2025

DPIIT has formed a strategic partnership with ITC Ltd to support startups in the manufacturing sector. The collaboration will focus on deploying startup solutions in digital platforms, renewable energy opportunities, and energy storage systems.

Manufacturing 40

Manufacturing Startups Leverage Marketing 40

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 29, 2020

A Toolbox report said Citi has already signed data access agreements to several startups and data aggregators that, through approval of joint customers, can access data of Citi accounts. Citigroup is in the process of developing an open banking marketplace of third-party FinTech solutions that facilitates the sharing of Citi account data.

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Cash Flow Forecasting B2B Startups Financial Data 123

CFO Share

MAY 6, 2022

Giving away company equity in a startup . How to value startup equity. A startup CFO, like those at CFOshare, will be able to guide you toward the best decision for your business. This is closely related to leverage and measures the total debt relative to the amount of investment and earnings retained over time.

Startups 98

Startups Leverage Valuation Investments 98

PYMNTS

JANUARY 26, 2021

For example, commerce operators like Timberland and Macy’s are demonstrating how to leverage VR-equipped smart mirrors for tasks like checkout and product testing. The news comes as virtual reality (VR) and AR are beginning to make larger gains in the retail world.

Startups 77

Startups Concentration Leverage Retail 77

CFO News Room

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Collaborations allow corporations to leverage nonprofits’ capabilities and reputation when launching new products and services. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Clinic Ventures arm has launched more than 80 startup companies that have provided economic returns while furthering the nonprofit’s ambitions. While Tomorrow.io

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Nonprofit Leverage Education Communication 130

CFO News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

T9L Qube and Sumedha Fiscal Services have partnered to bolster India's startup ecosystem. Following funding from Virender Sehwag and other investors, T9L Qube will leverage its incubation expertise to nurture high-growth startups. Sumedha Fiscal aims to capitalize on India's burgeoning startup scene through this collaboration.

Startups 40

Startups Leverage 40

PYMNTS

JANUARY 7, 2020

In today’s top news, 2019 is on track to be the second-best year after 2011 for startups worth over $500 million, Toyota unveiled plans for a smart city in Japan, and ExxonMobil and Fiserv have teamed up to let people pay with Alexa at the gas pump. US Backers Rain Money on Savvy Startups.

Startups 52

Startups Leverage Planning Technology 52

CFO News Room

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Startup founders typically face a fundamental tradeoff: They can grow the company, increasing its value and the value of their shares, but to do so they must give up some control. Co-founders and employees who join the startup want to know that it is well managed. Or, they can keep control, at the expense of growth.

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Startups Auditing Investments Leverage 100

Future CFO

JULY 24, 2024

The study indicates that the cloud has experienced significant growth in both scope and scale over recent years, as numerous organisations turn to leverage its flexibility and operational expense model. Omdia estimates the market’s value at around $1.6bn.

Cost Management 105

Cost Management Forecasting Leverage Startups 105

CFO News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Legacy companies like Mahindra and Mahindra, Hero MotoCorp, and Gulf Oil are collaborating with startups such as Ather Energy, Charge+Zone, and Tirex to explore opportunities in the mobility space. These collaborations aim to leverage synergies in electric vehicle (EV) and ecommerce sectors.

Startups 52

Startups Leverage eCommerce Marketing 52

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Many FIs and businesses are relying on 2FA measures that leverage SMS — or text message-based — verification to cater to a growing number of consumers who are using mobile channels to transact. Other companies are leveraging advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to boost their onboarding solutions.

Sales 108

Sales Leverage Securities Banking 108

PYMNTS

JANUARY 7, 2021

Cloud banking startup Mambu has raised €110 million (nearly $135 million) in a new funding round aimed at financing the company’s global expansion. TCV led the latest round of financing, with Tiger Global and Arena Holdings contributing additional dollars. billion ($2 billion), the company said in a press release.

Valuation 102

Valuation Investments Nonprofit Banking 102

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Investors just delivered another $90 million into the coffers of Loadsmart , a digital freight startup, the company announced Friday (Nov. Loadsmart’s financial adviser on the deal was Goldman Sachs, while Paul Hastings handled the legal work.

Transportation 101

Transportation Leverage Startups Investments 101

PYMNTS

MAY 18, 2020

Another example of AI-powered healthcare tools comes from medical startup Avyantra. Adrian Aoun, CEO and founder of Forward, a tech-driven healthcare startup, told PYMNTS’ Karen Webster that the overhaul needs to leverage data and AI. In terms of regulation, software is not treated like a drug in India.”.

Healthcare 87

Healthcare Nonprofit Startups Leverage 87

The Finance Weekly

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

A startup usually can't afford to establish a complete finance organization with accountants, controllers, planners, and tax specialists right from the beginning. To establish an effective finance function for a startup, the process can be divided into three stages.

Startups 52

Startups Finance CFO Forecasting 52

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Participation in this program will allow us to leverage Mastercard’s expertise, technology and channels.”. The six-month program gives startups access to the knowledge of Mastercard experts and technologies to support their continued business growth, the release stated.

Startups 86

Startups Leverage Banking Technology 86

PYMNTS

AUGUST 14, 2020

Big banks tended to view FinTechs and their offerings with suspicion — meaning that in the early days, startups often had to beg banks for access to the infrastructure to build it out better. For example, Airbnb and Google both leverage the platform for their cross-border payment needs. Why Work With Banks?

Banking 132

Banking Forecasting Leverage Startups 132

PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2019

Stripe, the San Francisco digital payments startup, has landed a $100 million investment from Tiger Global Management, boosting its valuation above $20 billion. Among payment startups, Stripe is by far the most sought-after by venture capitalists. The follow-on funding gives us more leverage in these strategic areas.”.

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Valuation Startups Leverage Investments 82

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Poland’s startup ecosystem may be considered still in its infancy compared to larger European tech hubs, like London and Berlin, but that doesn’t mean it should be overlooked by entrepreneurs or investors. About 30 percent of all Polish startups surveyed in Startup Poland ’s annual report are based in Warsaw.

Startups 81

Startups Nonprofit Banking Numbers 81

Barry Ritholtz

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Then the Trader said, “Let companies emerge to bring forth profits: firms yielding dividends and startups yielding disruption, each according to their kind.” Leverage and options can make you rich overnight.” The Trader called the marketplace “Exchange,” and the data flowed freely. ” And it was so.

Marketing 92

Marketing Leverage Startups Investments 92

VCFO

JANUARY 11, 2024

SMB & Startup Business in Aerospace & Defense Authored by Carter Freeman , Vice President – vcfo Western Region SMBs and startups possess a wealth of knowledge, innovations, products, and services that can add significant value and acceleration to aerospace and defense projects and prime contractors.

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Valuation CFO Startups Leverage 84

PYMNTS

JULY 29, 2020

Humana’s investment comes at a time when the coronavirus pandemic has upended the world of healthcare, with many people reluctant to visit the hospital or even go to the doctor’s office out of fear of becoming infected with COVID-19.

Investments 52

Investments Startups Healthcare Leverage 52

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 29, 2024

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Leverage 73

Leverage Planning Compliance Startups 73

Global Finance

JULY 26, 2024

In July, US global investment company and hedge fund, Citadel LLC, and Japanese energy startup, Energy Grid, announced their intent to enter a strategic partnership. Details of the deal were undisclosed, though it represents the first major step into Japan’s wholesale energy market by the Miami-based firm.

Marketing 83

Marketing Risk Management Finance Leverage 83

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 3, 2024

Welcome to the June 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

Communication 86

Communication Startups Planning Compliance 86

PYMNTS

JANUARY 21, 2019

According to the report , “Alipay’s new PSD2 license in Luxembourg will allow the group to leverage the EU passport to serve its customers across Europe in the future and connect Chinese users with merchants in EU countries.”. billion , making the startup the most recent in a string of U.K. Starling Bank undertook similar steps.

Valuation 74

Valuation Startups Banking Leverage 74

PYMNTS

JANUARY 14, 2021

FinTech startup Marqeta has been tapped by Goldman Sachs to power digital checking accounts for Marcus. Marqeta said that Goldman Sachs “will leverage our modern card issuing platform” to introduce digital checking accounts to Marcus customers, according to a Marqeta blog post on Thursday (Jan.

Valuation 82

Valuation Leverage Startups Banking 82

PYMNTS

JANUARY 7, 2021

Silicon Valley startup Social Finance (SoFi) is closing a merger deal with blank-check firm Social Capital Hedosophia Holdings Corp. SoFi’s technology platform Galileo , which it acquired in April, has helped position the startup at the nexus of the digital transformation in banking and financial services. billion in cash proceeds.

Planning 73

Planning Valuation Startups Cash Management 73

PYMNTS

JANUARY 20, 2021

MOBI is a nonprofit alliance that includes automakers, startups and smart city leaders, among others, working on standards in blockchain, distributed ledgers and adjacent innovations, per the announcement. The VID has other use cases, such as electric auto charging and vehicle financing, among other purposes, according to the announcement.

Nonprofit 81

Nonprofit Transportation Leverage Startups 81