Washington, D.C. — The Financial Technology Association (FTA) submitted a comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding its proposed amendments to
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) joined a group of11 trades sending a letter to Congressional Leadership calling for the passage of H.R. 3335, the
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) joined industry leaders working for the success of new and small businesses in a letter to express strong support
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) joined a group of trade associations in calling on Congress not to move forward with legislation that would limit
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) expressed deep concern in a letter to Senator Cardin and Senator Ernst regarding the Community Advantage
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association appreciates the opportunity to respond to the Small Business Administration’s proposal to lift its regulatory-imposed limit to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) appreciates the opportunity to respond to this request for public comment issued by the Consumer Financial
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) appreciates the opportunity to respond to this request for public comment issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (the
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In recognition of National Small Business Week, the Financial Technology Association (FTA) released a policy agenda to turbocharge small business growth
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) released the following statement on the confirmation of Kelly Loeffler to serve as the next Administrator
Outlines policy recommendations to ensure the U.S. remains the home of financial innovation WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) today released its
FTA Endorses Slate of Legislation to Mark National Small Business Week WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA), a trade association representing leading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) today announced support for The Small Business Technological Advancement Act (S. 2330), bipartisan legislation introduced by
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) today released a statement applauding the publication of a final rule by the Small Business Administration
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) released a statement on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)’s finalized rule under Section 1071 of
In a statement for the record ahead of the SBA Administrator’s testimony on Capitol Hill, FTA highlights financial technology’s value to small businesses nationwide.
By Angelena Bradfield, Head of Policy, Financial Technology Association With midterm elections, 36 gubernatorial races, and 84% of state legislature seats on the ballot,
Eyal Lifshitz is the Co-founder and CEO of Bluevine, the largest digital banking platform for small business in the U.S. Through a single account,
Catherine Aquilina is the Policy and Government Affairs Lead at Mercury, where she helps lead government affairs and regulatory strategy. Before joining Mercury, she
1. To start, can you share how PayPal’s mission has evolved over time and how it continues to shape the company’s work to
To start us off, can you share a bit about Klarna and the company’s mission? Klarna is the leading AI powered global payments network
As CEO of Betterment, can you share a bit about the company’s mission and how Betterment supports small businesses in their financial journey? At
Afterpay and Tres Colori Tres Colori, a personalized jewelry brand based in New York City — values access to Buy Now Pay Later to
Welcome to your crash course in fintech! This summer, learn about the fundamental issues underpinning digital financial products and policies as technology transforms how
To mark Small Business Week 2024, the Financial Technology Association hosted a live webinar, “How Fintech Powers Small Business.” The webinar covered the array
⭐️ Kelley Legler is an entrepreneur and small business owner. Fifteen years ago, when her first child, Jack, was an infant, she noticed a
Bank-fintech partnerships are an excellent example of harnessing technology to improve banking, resulting in faster, expanded access to services and capital. Regulators deserve credit
During Small Business Month, we applaud small business owners and recognize their vital role in our world today. In 2023, American small businesses employ
Every year in May, the Small Business Administration recognizes the contributions of America’s small businesses during National Small Business Week. Small businesses are the
Millions of American small businesses are using fintech tools to reach new customers or serve the ones they already have. From Los Angeles to
It’s no secret that starting a business is hard. Four in ten small businesses lack access to capital. Fifty-six percent of Black entrepreneurs say a lack of access
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) sent a letter to Vermont Governor Phil Scott respectfully urging him to veto House Bill 648,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) raised concerns with the amended Connecticut House Bill 5211, legislation governing commercial financing, in a letter
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) submitted a comment letter on the commercial sales-based financing rules published by the Office of Consumer
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association filed an opposition letter with the Maryland House Economic Matters Committee, urging reconsideration of Senate Bill 881,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Financial Technology Association (FTA) sent a letter to Connecticut Banking Committee Co-Chairs Jason Doucette and Pat Billie Miller, and to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Financial Technology Association (FTA) submitted comments to the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (OCCC) on proposed rules implementing
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) has submitted a letter in support of South Carolina Senate Bill 347, which would require clear disclosures in small
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) appreciates the opportunity to raise its concerns with TX HB 700. FTA is a network of fintech leaders shaping
The Financial Technology Association (FTA) appreciates the opportunity to raise its concerns with Illinois HB 2595 and SB 260. FTA is a network of
Building relationships with regulatory bodies is crucial for understanding the evolving landscape and ensuring compliance while driving innovation. Organizations like the Financial Technology Association
“Fintech has long been a lifeline for small businesses, filling a gap in access to capital left by traditional banks, particularly for underserved communities,”
The Financial Technology Association is backing a bill that would clarify that loans made through the Small Business Administration’s flagship lending program can be
In a letter sent to Ernst and Cardin on Monday, the Electronic Transactions Association, Financial Technology Association, Innovative Lending Platform Association and Small Business
“This bill limits competition in the market,” the Electronic Transactions Association, Financial Technology Association, Innovative Lending Platform Association and the Small Business Finance Association
In a January 6, 2023 comment letter to the SBA, Penny Lee, CEO of the Financial Technology Association—the trade association representing fintechs—pledged support for the
FTA Submits Comment Letter to the CFPB on Small Business Lending Rule
Washington, D.C. — The Financial Technology Association (FTA) submitted a comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding its proposed amendments to