NewsAmerican Express is buying Kabbage, the rising-star fintech startup for small businessesAmerican Express is acquiring the Atlanta-based online lender Kabbage for an undisclosed amount of money, the companies announced today.
TechForget VC money. This company wants to loan you up to $10 millionInvestment firm Clearbanc doesn’t want a chunk of your company or a big interest payment in exchange for funding. AI helps decide who gets the money (and they’ve funded more women because of it).
CreativityTop 5 ads of the week: AeroMexico airline hilariously trolls AmericaBurger King runs out of hamberders, Verizon honors first responders, The New York Times knows the truth is hard, and Gary Cole is an American treasure.
TechYour Social Media Activity Could Prevent You From Getting A LoanSome lenders are now using social media to determine if borrowers are credit worthy. But consumer advocates worry this could lead to financial institutions unfairly denying loans.
TechThis Startup Is Giving Cash Advances To Businesses Via SmartphonePress a button, and funds are sent to your PayPal account.