Author: Cryptbull
Fintech lending giant Figure confirms data breach
The company said hackers downloaded “a limited number of files” after breaking into an employee’s account. The hacking group ShinyHunters took responsibility for the breach.
Cash App adds payment links so you can get paid in a DM
The new feature allows users to share payment requests in a variety of digital settings.
Build a pipeline and close deals with an exhibit table at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Get an unmatched ROI by exhibiting your startup in front of 10,000 tech leaders and investors at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, October 13-15 in San Francisco. [more…]
MrBeast’s company buys Gen Z-focused fintech app Step
YouTube megastar MrBeast announced on Monday that his company, Beast Industries, is buying Step, a teen-focused banking app.
‘Industry’ season 4 captures tech fraud better than any show on TV right now
This latest season of the TV show “Industry” takes a look at the world of money and power through the eyes of a fintech baron.
NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo joins Kalshi as an investor
Antetokounmpo is the first NBA player to directly invest in Kalshi.
Sapiom raises $15M to help AI agents buy their own tech tools
The startup — with backing from Accel — is building a financial layer that handles the authentication and micro-payments required for AI agents.
Stripe alumni raise €30M Series A for Duna, backed by Stripe and Adyen execs
Having raised a €30 million Series A round led by CapitalG, business identity verification startup Duna is now among the most well-capitalized European startups founded [more…]
YC startups can now receive investment in stablecoin
All startups accepted into YC will soon have the option to receive their seed checks via stablecoins.
PayPal hires HP’s Enrique Lores as its new CEO
PayPal is appointing CFO and COO Jamie Miller as interim CEO until March 1.
