GoHenry by Acorns, a debit card and financial education app designed for 6-18 year olds, has announced a collaboration with Google Wallet to integrate GoHenry into the new Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch for kids in the U.S. The collaboration advances Google’s Tap to Pay capabilities in its Fitbit Ace LTE devices and enables kids under 13 years old to use a smartwatch to spend their own money safely and responsibly in the digital world. GoHenry will be featured as a card issuer within the device wallet, making it easy for parents to empower their kids with the independence that a wearable payment device can offer.

GoHenry by Acorns Teams Up with Google Wallet for New Fitbit Ace LTE Integration

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Users of the popular mobile payment application, Cash App can now claim money from the service following a $15 million settlement. For those wondering how this is possible, Cash App was hit with a lawsuit by several customers who alleged that a security breach had taken place and the data of many users had been accessed without permission in 2022 and 2023. Thus, as a result of this 2021 lawsuit, Cash App has issued a settlement for all the users who were affected by this breach.

Cash App Settlement Lawsuit: How to Submit Claim & Who Is Eligible?

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AMERICANS have the opportunity to claim a one-time payment from a billion-dollar class action settlement. Visa and Mastercard agreed pay $5.6 billion after consumers paid excessive fees to accept their payment cards. The lawsuit alleged that Visa and Mastercard violated the antitrust laws. Antitrust laws also referred to as competition laws, are statutes developed by […]

Americans to receive one-time payment from $5.6 billion Visa Mastercard settlement – and the deadline has been extended

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

Amazon and Barclays, one of the UK’s largest credit card providers, announce a new partnership to launch a co-branded credit card in the UK. The new card enables customers to earn rewards on everyday spending, which can be redeemed for gift cards on Amazon.co.uk. Amazon Barclaycard customers earn 1%...

Amazon and Barclays Launch New Co-Branded Credit Card That Gives Users Rewards on Everyday Spending

The social fintech company Fincluded from Utrecht proudly announces the launch of PINCARD, the payment account designed specifically for EU migrant workers. With PINCARD, Fincluded offers inclusive financial services to the growing community of migrant workers in the Netherlands. Access to financial services for migrant workers. Migrant workers in the...

Fincluded Introduces PINCARD, The Payment Account for Migrant Workers

Pibank, the direct banking solution of Intercredit Bank, has formally launched its U.S. presence with a 5.50% APY high-yield savings account. The direct bank, which already has a robust presence in Spain and Colombia, will now be offering its high-yield, customer-centric savings products to U.S. consumers. Pibank’s success stems from...

Pibank Launches its U.S. Presence

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Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Matt is an associate editorial director and award-winning content creation leader. He is a regular contributor to the CDW Tech Magazines and frequently writes about data analytics, software, storage and cloud topics. Passwords are profoundly unpopular. They represent a major hassle for users, who are often required to keep track...

Unlocking Modern Security: A Journey Beyond Passwords in User Authentication

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Chase has extended and improved its DoorDash partnership for select cardholders

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Money transfer firm Wise is reportedly hoping to tap India’s $32 billion remittance market. To that end, Wise plans to begin signing up new customers in the world’s most populous nation after pausing that side of its business in the country, company officials told Bloomberg News Monday (Aug. 12).

Wise Resumes Signing Customers in India to Tap $32 Billion Remittance Market

SheerID, the global leader in identity verification for commerce, today announced the publication of its 2024 Consumer Loyalty Report. Retailers are leaning into discounts in response to pushback from consumers who feel pinched by inflation. But while discounts are good for generating short-term sales, can they also effectively generate long-term loyalty? To find out, SheerID surveyed more than 3,200 consumers in the United States and the United Kingdom, asking about their feelings on the economy, discounts and what it takes for brands to build enduring loyalty.

71% Consumers are More Loyal to Brands that Give Them Exclusive Offers

Multinational banking and financial services company DBS Bank collaborated with digital payment provider Ant International on a new blockchain-based treasury and liquidity management solution. On Aug. 13, DBS Bank announced the pilot launch of DBS Treasury Tokens, which Ant International will use for instant and multicurrency treasury and liquidity management.

DBS Bank launches blockchain-powered treasury tokens pilot

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

ERGO, O2 Telefónica and Telefónica Insurance have joined forces in the field of embedded insurance. Embedded insurance means insurance that is integrated into a third party’s products or services, whether it be insurance on the device when purchasing an electronic product, for example, or travel insurance. In future, O2’s private customers can book supplementary insurance digitally with just a few mouse clicks, and insure their everyday lives according to their needs. Billing is done automatically via the existing O2 invoice.

ERGO, O2 Telefónica & Telefónica Insurance Launch Embedded Insurance in Germany

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Early this year, GNN reported on the woman behind the wheels of Wahu!, an electric bicycle company and the only native electric vehicle manufacturer in Ghana, Valerie Labi. From 100 bikes sold to delivery drivers on a pay-per-week basis, Wahu! has shifted another 200 units, driven down the cost of insurance, and is set in the coming months to unleash Africa’s first native 4-wheeled electric vehicle.

UPDATE: Ghanaian Woman Entrepreneur Set to Revolutionize Transportation for Africa, Not Just Native Home

One of the most important questions about using AI responsibly has very little to do with data, models, or anything technical. It has to do with the power of a captivating story about magical thinking. There’s a set of beliefs driven by over-exuberant AI hype – that AI is going to revolutionize everything!

Ask a Data Ethicist: How Can We Set Realistic Expectations About AI?

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In the mystical world of astrology, zodiac signs can reveal more about us than just compatibility and character traits. For many, the alignment of the stars and planets suggests a built-in ability to turn dreams into reality. While it is certainly true that everyone has dreams and aspirations, certain zodiac signs are exceptionally gifted at giving shape to their desires. These are the three zodiac signs whose dreams often come true for differing reasons and drivers.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True

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AzeriCard Integrates Apple Pay and Google Pay with Akurateco’s Expertise

AzeriCard, a premier card processing service in Azerbaijan, announces the integration of Apple Pay and Google Pay for its users. This enhancement, facilitated by Akurateco’s payment...

AzeriCard Integrates Apple Pay and Google Pay with Akurateco’s Expertise

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