Marqeta (NASDAQ: MQ), the global modern card issuing platform that enables embedded finance solutions for the world’s innovators, today announced it is working with Visa and Affirm to offer the Visa Flexible Credential, a single card product that can toggle between payment methods, putting the power of choice in the hands of the consumer. Marqeta achieved certification with Visa Flexible Credential in May 2024, which will enable cardholders of Marqeta’s participating customers to easily set parameters or choose whether they use debit, credit, “pay-in-four” with Buy Now, Pay Later or even pay using rewards points.

Marqeta Becomes First Issuer Processor in the US Certified to Enable Visa Flexible Credential

OneBanx, a shared banking solution provider and GLORY Group company, has introduced its latest innovation: the Instant Deposit Service for Businesses. This pioneering solution is designed to meet the cash management needs of small businesses in areas lacking traditional bank branches. Revolutionize the Deposit Experience. The Instant Deposit Service aims...

OneBanx Unveils the Most Advanced Business Deposit Solution in the Market

Airwallex, a leading global payments and financial platform for modern businesses, has announced a partnership with Float, one of Canada’s fastest-growing B2B fintechs, to enable fast and cost-effective bill payments for both domestic and overseas transactions. Float’s Bill Pay product, powered by Airwallex, introduces payouts – including bank transfers, EFT, wire, and ACH – as part of Float’s unified business finance platform for Canadian companies.

Airwallex Partners with Float to Deliver Fast, Cost-Effective Bill Payments to Canadian Businesses

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

Virginia State

Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Dominic Iannitti pioneered the automation of mortgage document preparation, eVault and eSign technologies. Dominic Iannitti, founder, president, and CEO of DocMagic, Inc., a company whose technology was one of the first enabling mortgage brokers to issue documents, died unexpectedly last Thursday morning, July 18, due to complications from pneumonia. The company announced Iannitti’s passing in a press release Monday morning.

DocMagic Founder, CEO Dies Unexpectedly

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Chicago, IL

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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.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Auto-parts supplier GHSP hired Ludwing Vergara as its new VP of procurement and supply chain management, according to a July 11 press release. Vegara will focus on supply chain stabilization and delivery efficiency in his new role at GHSP, the press release said. To attain stability, he will utilize a four-pronged approach, Vergara told Supply Chain Dive in an email.

GHSP adds VP to stabilize auto supply chain

A U.K.-based organization supporting parents who are not giving their children smartphones was founded in February and has expanded internationally to the U.S., Canada, and more. The popularity of the movement is driven by research showing the link between mental health issues in children and smartphone and social media use.

A growing number of parents are refusing to give their children smartphones — and the movement is going global

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

UK tape and label converter Prima has installed a 340mm Mark Andy Evolution E5 flexo press at its headquarters in Orpington, SE London. The new six-color UV flexo line will provide extra print capacity to coincide with Prima’s newly attained BRCGS Grade A rating, achieved at the first attempt, said the company.

Prima Tapes & Labels Installs Mark Andy Evolution

Europol’s 2024 report predicts an increase in cryptocurrency crimes facilitated by artificial intelligence. Recommendations include strengthening protections to secure the European Union’s financial system. In the evolving landscape of financial technology, the rise of cryptocurrency has been paralleled by an increase in associated cyber threats. A recent report...

Europol Forecasts Surge in AI-Fueled Crypto Crimes, Urges Preparedness

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Los Angeles County, CA

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CALIFORNIA – Optum, a health care services subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, reported to the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) report, July 18, that they would be laying off 524 employees across San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and Alameda counties.

Optum laying off 524 employees in San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange counties

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“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

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This Black women-founded company has accepted an acquisition deal four years after its founding. Clutch, a digital marketing marketplace co-founded by Madison Long and Simone May that connects creators to businesses looking for content creation, was acquired by Plaiced, a self-serve platform for advertisers, TechCrunch reports. “The creator economy is growing rapidly, we knew to… Continue reading Clutch, A Black Women-Founded Digital Marketing Startup That’s Backed By Precursor Ventures, Gets Acquired

Clutch, A Black Women-Founded Digital Marketing Startup That’s Backed By Precursor Ventures, Gets Acquired

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Paysafe and Alchemy Pay Partner to Expand Its Customers’ Payment Options

Paysafe and Alchemy Pay announced a new partnership. In the deal’s first phase, Alchemy Pay has integrated with Paysafe to strengthen its solution for crypto exchanges,...

Paysafe and Alchemy Pay Partner to Expand Its Customers’ Payment Options

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