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August

22
2024
Industry News

Class Action Alleging Usurious Fees and Tips Filed Against FinTech Provider of Earned Wage Access Services

A proposed class action lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California against EarnIn, a FinTech provider of Earned Wage Access services, alleging that its optional fees and tips constitute hidden interest payments. The complaint claims that EarnIn’s practices violate Georgia’s Payday Loan Act and the federal Truth in Lending Act (TILA).

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August

22
2024
Industry News

CFPB, Credit Repair Cloud Reach Deal Over Illegal Marketing Allegations

The CFPB and Credit Repair Cloud, have reached agreement over allegations that the firm helped other credit repair businesses charge illegal fees to consumers. If approved by a federal judge in the Central District of California, the company would pay a $1 million penalty and its CEO, Daniel A. Rosen would pay a $2 million civil penalty.

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August

21
2024
Trends

The Risks of Banking

By speaking with thought leaders and experts in finance, the FDIC Podcast aspires to untangle the myths and mystery of the banking world, and to shed light on how every family can become part of the financial fabric of this country.

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August

21
2024
Trends

New Experian Report Reveals Generative AI, Deepfakes and Cybercrime Are the Top Fraud Concerns for Businesses

Experian® today released its 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report revealing that generative AI (Gen AI), deepfakes and cybercrime are critical threats putting intensifying pressures on businesses. The 9th annual Experian Identity and Fraud Report provides valuable insights into emerging fraud trends such as these, as well as shifting consumer expectations.

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August

21
2024
Industry News

Federal Judge Sanctions Pittsburgh Law Firm for Writing ‘Imaginary’ Letters on Behalf of Clients in Debt Disputes

A Pennsylvania federal judge has imposed sanctions and lambasted a law firm and its attorneys for having employees write falsified letters on behalf of clients involved in debt collection disputes.

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