MondayDec 23, 2024 1:05 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) Subsidiary Bolsters Cybersecurity Investment with Bureau Partnership

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) subsidiary PayPal Ventures recently joined a $30 million Series B funding round for Bureau, an AI-driven fraud prevention and risk intelligence platform, according to a press release on Dec. 18, 2024. The funding round, led by Sorenson Capital, also saw contributions from Commerce Ventures, GMO Venture Partners, Village Global, Quona Capital, and XYZ Ventures. Bureau has achieved a threefold increase in revenue since its last funding round, a testament to the growing demand for advanced fraud prevention technology. The new funding will support Bureau’s product development and global expansion to tackle increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. In the…

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MondayDec 23, 2024 12:32 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – DealFlow Events Announces Exciting First Wave of Companies for Microcap Conference 2025

As part of their 20th-anniversary celebration, DealFlow Events has unveiled the initial lineup for its highly anticipated Microcap Conference, taking place from Jan. 28-30, 2025, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Known for two decades of excellence in hosting professional conferences, this milestone event promises to bring together the best in the microcap investment community. The conference is set to feature an exciting array of companies, offering attendees unparalleled networking opportunities and educational insights. While the full list of participating companies and conference details has been teased, DealFlow Events is holding back some surprises to ensure a dynamic and engaging experience…

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MondayDec 16, 2024 3:15 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – Analyst Upgrades and Strategic Focus Drive Optimism for PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL)

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) has recently garnered attention following analyst upgrades and strategic initiatives aimed at revitalizing growth. Wolfe Research upgraded PayPal to “Outperform” with a $107 price target, citing the company’s streamlined focus, expense management and shareholder returns as key factors contributing to a positive outlook. Analysts anticipate growth in areas such as branded checkout innovations, Braintree and Venmo monetization, alongside increased debit card adoption through the PayPal Everywhere rewards campaign. Similarly, Bank of America Securities upgraded PayPal to “Buy” from “Neutral,” raising the price target to $103. This optimism is attributed to PayPal’s turnaround efforts under CEO Alex Chriss,…

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FridayDec 13, 2024 2:43 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – Upstream Shares Insight on Tokenizing Assets

Upstream published a blog today that discussed asset tokenization, assets ripe for tokenization and the key benefits of tokenized trading. “The market for tokenized assets is expected to reach trillions by 2030, fueled by the growing adoption of leveraging blockchain technology to make digital representations of a broad range of financial and real-world assets (‘RWAs’),” the blog reads. “It’s clear that the initial approach the blockchain community took on tokenization had a major over-emphasis on the underlying technology, overcomplicating the process rather than putting the key benefits it offers to issuers and investors at the forefront. “Upstream’s stock trading app,…

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MondayDec 09, 2024 1:55 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL): A Leader in Digital Payments

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is a leading digital payments company that facilitates online money transfers and serves as an electronic alternative to traditional paper methods like checks and money orders. The company has been a pioneer in the digital payment space, competing with other major players like Square and Stripe. Recently, PayPal’s stock has surged nearly 30% since September, driven by strong financial performance and strategic initiatives. The current stock price of PayPal is $90.39, marking a 0.57% increase with a change of $0.51. This price movement is part of a broader trend, as the stock has traded between $90.30 and…

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ThursdayDec 05, 2024 12:33 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) Makes Headlines with Recent Innovation Announcement

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), a global leader in digital payments, recently unveiled its newest offering, PayPal Pay Later API, designed to enhance the flexibility and convenience of online purchases for consumers. Announced in its most recent press release, the API allows merchants to seamlessly integrate “buy now, pay later” functionality into their platforms, expanding PayPal’s suite of financing solutions. The move underscores the company’s commitment to empowering merchants and consumers alike, particularly as competition in the fintech space intensifies. With the holiday shopping season in full swing, PayPal anticipates a surge in adoption, positioning the company for strong performance in the…

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MondayDec 02, 2024 2:35 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – IBN Announces Collaboration with Sustain SoCal, ROTH for Upcoming Event

IBN (“InvestorBrandNetwork”), an innovative corporate communications firm and content distributor, today announced its collaboration with Sustain Southern California (“Sustain SoCal”) and Roth Capital Partners, LLC (“ROTH”) to serve as an official media sponsor for the 7th Annual Private Capital Event. The conference, which will reflect the surge of interest in sustainability investments, is slated to take place virtually on Dec. 4-5, 2024. In its capacity as an official media sponsor, IBN will leverage its suite of corporate communications solutions to enhance the event’s visibility. “IBN is pleased to continue its collaboration with both ROTH and Sustain SoCal,” said Randy Clark,…

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MondayDec 02, 2024 12:50 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) Partners with Mollie to Enhance Payment Solutions in Europe and the UK

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) and Mollie have joined forces to improve payment solutions for marketplace platforms in the European Union and the United Kingdom. This partnership allows Mollie to integrate PayPal as a payment option, streamlining the process for marketplaces by removing the need for separate PayPal integrations and re-onboarding of sellers. This collaboration aims to simplify payments by outsourcing technical complexities to Mollie. Mollie’s offerings, like Mollie Connect, help SaaS platforms and marketplaces manage payments, onboard users and handle funds efficiently. This reduces operational costs and technical burdens. PayPal’s senior director of partnerships in Europe, Guillaume Démier, notes the growing…

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TuesdayNov 26, 2024 1:19 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – ROTH, Sustain SoCal to Co-Host 7th Annual Sustainability PCE

Roth Capital Partners, LLC (“ROTH”) and Sustain Southern California (“Sustain SoCal”) today announced plans to co-host the 7th Annual Sustainability Private Capital Event (“PCE7”) taking place virtually on Dec. 4-5, 2024. The conference will feature pre-recorded company pitches and one-on-one / small group Zoom meetings, offering venture capitalists, private equity, family offices, and strategic investors the opportunity to engage with early-stage sustainability companies. “We’re thrilled to co-host the December PCE with Sustain SoCal, a leader in promoting sustainable growth through innovation, collaboration and education,” said Robert Stephenson, managing director and co-head of sustainability investment banking at ROTH and Sustain SoCal…

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WednesdayNov 20, 2024 12:53 pm

CurrencyNewsBreaks – PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL) Enhances Cross-Border Payment Capabilities

PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) is a global leader in digital payments, offering a wide range of services that facilitate online money transfers. The company is enhancing its cross-border payment capabilities by allowing disbursement partners to use PayPal USD for international money transfers. This initiative is facilitated through PayPal’s Xoom cross-border payments business, marking a significant step in leveraging stablecoin technology for global transactions. Cebuana Lhuillier and Yellow Card are the first adopters of this service. Cebuana Lhuillier, a leading micro-financial services provider in the Philippines, has collaborated with PayPal for 18 years to support money disbursements. Yellow Card, a prominent FinTech…

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