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SoFi (SOFI) Becomes First U.S. National Bank to Offer In‑App Crypto Trading; Stock Jumps on Nov. 11, 2025

SoFi (SOFI) Becomes First U.S. National Bank to Offer In‑App Crypto Trading; Stock Jumps on Nov. 11, 2025

SoFi launched SoFi Crypto today, allowing customers to buy, sell, and hold digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum directly in its app. The company says it is the first FDIC-insured U.S. bank to offer consumer crypto trading. CEO Anthony Noto cited new federal regulations as key to the move. SoFi shares rose over 8% intraday following the announcement.
11 November 2025
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PayPal (PYPL) Today — Nov. 9, 2025: Antitrust Win, Dividend Countdown, and AI Checkout Momentum

PayPal (PYPL) Today — Nov. 9, 2025: Antitrust Win, Dividend Countdown, and AI Checkout Momentum

A U.S. judge dismissed a nationwide antitrust suit against PayPal’s merchant rules, giving plaintiffs until Dec. 12 to amend. PayPal reported Q3 revenue of $8.4 billion and raised its full-year outlook, launching a $0.14 quarterly dividend. Institutional investors trimmed positions. PayPal also announced a partnership with OpenAI to integrate payments into ChatGPT.
9 November 2025
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Block (XYZ) Stock Sinks ~15% After Q3 Miss—Cash App Hits 58M Users as Square GPV Grows 12% (Nov. 7, 2025)

Block (XYZ) Stock Sinks ~15% After Q3 Miss—Cash App Hits 58M Users as Square GPV Grows 12% (Nov. 7, 2025)

Block, Inc. shares dropped about 15% in premarket trading Friday after third-quarter adjusted EPS missed estimates and Square’s gross-profit growth lagged payment volume. Gross profit rose 18% to $2.66 billion, but Square’s profit grew only 9% as credit losses surged 89% to $363.5 million. Bitcoin revenue fell to $1.97 billion from $2.43 billion a year earlier.
7 November 2025
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Affirm’s Rollercoaster: Profit Milestone, Insider Sell-Off & Big BNPL Bets – What’s Next for AFRM?

AFRM Stock Today (Nov 6, 2025): Affirm Jumps After Q1 FY26 Beat, Extends Amazon Deal, Sets Q2 Revenue Outlook

Affirm Holdings shares jumped as much as 11% after hours Thursday following fiscal Q1 2026 results that beat estimates, with revenue at $933.3 million and GAAP EPS of $0.23. Net income reached $80.7 million. Gross merchandise volume rose 42% to $10.8 billion. Affirm also extended its U.S. partnership with Amazon through January 2031.
6 November 2025
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SoFi Technologies (SOFI) news today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stock wobbles as SoFi’s Galileo debuts Southwest debit‑rewards card; fresh fund flows and bullish commentary keep momentum in focus

SoFi Technologies (SOFI) news today (Nov. 6, 2025): Stock wobbles as SoFi’s Galileo debuts Southwest debit‑rewards card; fresh fund flows and bullish commentary keep momentum in focus

SoFi shares fell about 5% intraday Thursday to $28.48 after Galileo, its tech unit, launched a Southwest Airlines debit rewards program. Sigma Planning Corp increased its SOFI stake by nearly 35% last quarter, according to new 13F data. Analysts and media highlighted continued momentum following last month’s earnings beat.
6 November 2025
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Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

Ripple Says ‘No IPO’ — $40B Valuation, $500M Round, and Mastercard RLUSD Pilot Define Its 2026 Game Plan (Nov. 6, 2025)

Ripple will not pursue an IPO in the near term, President Monica Long said at the Swell conference in New York on Nov. 5. The company closed a $500 million investment round led by Fortress Investment Group and Citadel Securities, valuing Ripple at $40 billion. Ripple is piloting RLUSD stablecoin settlements for card payments with Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini.
6 November 2025
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Switzerland crosses the crypto Rubicon: TWINT opens to CHF stablecoins & e‑ID as strong franc fuels bond boom — Nov 6, 2025

Switzerland crosses the crypto Rubicon: TWINT opens to CHF stablecoins & e‑ID as strong franc fuels bond boom — Nov 6, 2025

Switzerland accelerated its digital finance shift as TWINT began integrating CHF-backed tokens and the new national e-ID. The Federal Council’s stablecoin consultation, launched Oct. 22, would fold stablecoin issuance into supervised finance. A stronger Swiss franc is drawing bond issuers, creating favorable funding conditions. The consultation runs until Feb. 6, 2026.
6 November 2025
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Affirm Ramps Up Lending Firepower With $750M New York Life Deal and Worldpay Distribution as Q1 FY26 Results Arrive Today (Nov. 6)

Affirm Ramps Up Lending Firepower With $750M New York Life Deal and Worldpay Distribution as Q1 FY26 Results Arrive Today (Nov. 6)

Affirm announced a $750 million forward-flow deal with New York Life to fund installment loans through December 2026, enabling up to $1.75 billion in annual loan volume. The company also expanded distribution by integrating with Worldpay for Platforms, reaching over 1,000 SaaS platforms and $400 billion in processed payments. Affirm reports Q1 FY26 earnings after the bell.
6 November 2025
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Upstart Holdings’ AI Lending Revolution: Surging Growth, Stock Turmoil, and What’s Next for UPST

Upstart Holdings’ AI Lending Revolution: Surging Growth, Stock Turmoil, and What’s Next for UPST

Upstart Holdings reported Q3 2025 revenue of $277.1 million, missing estimates, and issued soft Q4 guidance, sending shares down over 6% after hours on Nov 4. Loan originations surged 80% year-over-year to $2.9 billion, while adjusted EPS beat at $0.52. The stock closed at $46.24 on Nov 4 before dropping to the low $40s. Short interest exceeds 35% of float, and Morgan Stanley cut its price target to $45.
5 November 2025
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Global Payments (GPN) Surges on Earnings Beat and Transformation – What’s Next for This Fintech Powerhouse?

Global Payments (GPN) Surges on Earnings Beat and Transformation – What’s Next for This Fintech Powerhouse?

Global Payments Inc. reported adjusted Q3 2025 earnings of $3.26 per share, up 12% year-over-year and above estimates, with net revenue rising 3% to $2.43 billion. Shares jumped nearly 8% after results but remain down 31% year-to-date. The company is acquiring Worldpay for $24.25 billion and divesting Issuer Solutions for $13.5 billion, with both deals expected to close by Q1 2026.
4 November 2025
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Dave Inc. (DAVE) Stock – Fintech Underdog Turned Wall Street Rocket

Dave Inc. (DAVE) Stock – Fintech Underdog Turned Wall Street Rocket

Dave Inc. stock surged nearly 10% to $264 on November 4 after posting record Q3 revenue of $150.8 million and net income of $92 million. Shares have soared about 500% in the past year, far outpacing the S&P 500. The stock trades near its 52-week high of $286.45, with volatility high and roughly 16% of its float sold short. Most analysts rate DAVE a Buy, with a consensus target of $274.
4 November 2025
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SoFi Stock Rockets 230% in 2025 on Record Q3 and Fintech Boom

SoFi Stock Rockets 230% in 2025 on Record Q3 and Fintech Boom

SoFi shares surged 230% year-over-year, closing at $31.66 after Q3 earnings on Oct. 28 before slipping to around $29.90 by Oct. 30. The company beat Q3 forecasts with $950 million in adjusted net revenue and raised its 2025 guidance. Analysts remain split, with targets ranging from $18 to $36. Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest doubled its stake last quarter, while institutional ownership stands near 48%.
30 October 2025
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Klarna (KLAR) Stock Dives Below IPO Level – Analysts Eye 30%+ Rebound

Klarna’s Wild Post-IPO Ride: Stock Slump, New Deals & Experts Predict What’s Next

Klarna raised $1.37 billion in its September 2025 New York IPO at $40 per share, valuing the company at $15 billion. Shares jumped 30% on debut before dropping below the IPO price and trading in the mid-to-high $30s by late October. Klarna has launched new products in the UK and secured a Walmart partnership. The company remains near profitability after five straight quarters of operating profit.
30 October 2025
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Mastercard Stock Climbs on New Tech, Stablecoin Push and Partnerships

Mastercard’s $2B Crypto Blitz: ZeroHash Acquisition & Stablecoin Push Ignite Stock Hype

Mastercard is in late-stage talks to acquire crypto infrastructure firm ZeroHash for $1.5–2.0 billion, according to Reuters and Crypto Briefing. ZeroHash, valued at $1 billion after a recent $104 million raise, provides fiat-to-crypto rails for banks and fintechs. Mastercard shares traded near $570 on Oct. 22, close to their 52-week high, with analysts broadly bullish.
29 October 2025
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PayPal’s Big Move: Shop in ChatGPT with One-Click Checkout

PayPal’s Big Move: Shop in ChatGPT with One-Click Checkout

PayPal will embed its payments wallet in OpenAI’s ChatGPT, allowing users to buy products directly in the chat starting next year. The integration uses OpenAI’s Instant Checkout and Agentic Commerce Protocol, with PayPal handling payment processing and dispute resolution. PayPal shares jumped about 14% in pre-market trading after the announcement. Analysts set a 12-month price target near $80.60 for PYPL.
28 October 2025
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Stripe’s $350B Fintech Fortune: JPMorgan’s Bold AI-Crypto Prediction

Stripe’s $350B Fintech Fortune: JPMorgan’s Bold AI-Crypto Prediction

Stripe processed about $1.4 trillion in transactions in 2024, turning profitable with $5.1 billion in net revenue, up 28% year-over-year. JPMorgan analysts say Stripe could access a $350 billion market by 2030 through AI-driven commerce and crypto payments. The firm’s latest valuation reached $91.5 billion in early 2025. JPMorgan warns of regulatory and competitive risks.
24 October 2025
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  • Top 3 Cryptocurrencies to Hedge Against Rising U.S. Debt and Inflation Risks
    May 1, 2026, 4:37 PM EDT. The U.S. government's interest payments have surged to $970 billion in 2025, surpassing national defense spending and raising concerns of increased money printing or "the big print." This scenario suggests rising inflation, potentially eroding the dollar's value. Fiscal experts project deficits above $2 trillion annually, limiting spending flexibility. Investors increasingly consider inflation-hedging assets. Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Zcash (ZEC), and tokenized gold through Tether Gold (XAUT) offer protection. Bitcoin's capped supply combats inflation, Zcash provides privacy features, and tokenized gold represents tangible value. Allocating to these assets can help investors prepare for prolonged inflation pressures driven by U.S. fiscal dynamics.

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Oracle Stock Jumps After Pentagon AI Win, OpenAI Reassurance

Oracle Stock Jumps After Pentagon AI Win, OpenAI Reassurance

1 May 2026
Oracle shares jumped 6.4% to $171.74 after the U.S. War Department cleared the company to deploy AI on classified military networks. The move eased investor concerns over Oracle’s exposure to OpenAI and its costly AI data-center expansion. Trading volume topped 22 million shares in late New York trading.
Zoom Communications Stock Jumps as May 21 Earnings Test Puts AI Plan on Clock

Zoom Communications Stock Jumps as May 21 Earnings Test Puts AI Plan on Clock

1 May 2026
Zoom shares rose 6.6% to $103.60 Friday, trading over 4.7 million shares. The company will report first-quarter fiscal 2027 results on May 21 and hold its virtual annual meeting on June 11, where shareholders will vote on directors, auditor, and executive pay. Fourth-quarter revenue reached $1.247 billion, up 5.3% year-over-year.
GameStop’s $9 Billion Cash Pile Just Put Its Stock Back In Play

GameStop’s $9 Billion Cash Pile Just Put Its Stock Back In Play

1 May 2026
GameStop shares rose to $26.61 Friday in New York, extending gains above the 200-day moving average as investors speculated on CEO Ryan Cohen’s plans for $9 billion in cash and securities. Fiscal fourth-quarter results showed net sales down to $1.104 billion, but operating income climbed to $135.2 million. Collectibles revenue jumped 47.7% year over year, now making up 29.2% of sales.
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