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PayPal Integrates Cryptocurrency Payments for US Merchants

PayPal allows U.S. merchants to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies, converting them to U.S. dollars via its stablecoin, PYUSD; this follows the launch of PayPal World, a global partnership connecting major digital wallets, and reflects growing cryptocurrency usage.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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JPMorgan Chase Surpasses Competitors with 1,000 New Bank Branches

JPMorgan Chase opened 1,000 new bank branches in seven years, exceeding its competitors' total branch counts and reaching roughly 5,000 branches nationwide, reflecting a strategic investment aimed at capturing deposits and countering industry trends.

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36% Bias Score

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Diaspora Direct Investment: A New Engine for Economic Growth in Africa and the Caribbean

Diaspora communities in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean are increasingly investing directly in their home countries, totaling billions annually, focusing on affordable housing, financial technology, and locally developed solutions, despite challenges like trust deficits and financial literacy.

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44% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Hong Kong Implements Stringent Stablecoin Regulations

Hong Kong's Stablecoins Ordinance, taking effect Friday, introduces strict licensing requirements for stablecoin issuers, prioritizing a cautious approach to ensure market stability. The HKMA encourages early engagement by August 31st, with applications due September 30th, and anticipates the first ...

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28% Bias Score

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Greek Startup Democratizes Real Estate Investment with Fractional Ownership Platform

Four friends in Thessaloniki, Greece, launched REALiS in 2022, a digital platform for fractional real estate investment, born from financial difficulties during the 2020 pandemic lockdowns; the platform, currently in beta testing, aims to democratize real estate investment via fractional ownership a...

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8% Bias Score

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Smaller British Banks Outperform "Big Four" Amidst Investor Shift

Three smaller British banks—Secure Trust, Arbuthnot Banking Group, and Manx Financial Group—are outperforming the established "Big Four," showcasing strong growth and high dividend yields, driven by specialized lending and a focus on niche markets.

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52% Bias Score

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Spanish Startup Habitacion.com Disrupts Housing Market with Fractional Ownership Model

In 2024, the Spanish startup Habitacion.com sold over 80 rooms totaling €3.4 million, generating €1.4 million in revenue by allowing buyers to purchase individual rooms in shared apartments, addressing the country's housing crisis.

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44% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Panama's New Crypto Law: A Regional Hub for Digital Assets

Panama's Bill No. 247, introduced in 2025 by Alternate Deputy Solís, establishes a legal framework for cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, creating a National Council for Digital Assets, and offering tax incentives to attract blockchain businesses while adhering to international AML standard...

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48% Bias Score

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Fortuna Health's AI-Powered Medicaid Enrollment System Secures $18 Million in Series A Funding

Fortuna Health, founded in 2023, uses AI-powered software to expedite Medicaid enrollment, reducing processing time from 45 days to under a minute; it recently secured an $18 million Series A funding round to expand nationwide.

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52% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
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Digital Revolution Reshapes US Small Business Insurance

McKinsey predicts a doubling of digital insurance penetration by 2030; however, US small businesses currently face challenges like high premiums and complex processes. Digital marketplaces, advanced technologies, and innovative financing options are transforming the industry, improving accessibility...

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28% Bias Score

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US Bank Branch Closures Accelerate, Raising Concerns About Financial Access

US banks closed 105 branches between May 16 and July 16, 2025, with Wells Fargo leading the closures; this follows a trend of increased closures in 2024 and 2025, leaving communities without essential banking services and raising concerns about financial access.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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GENIUS Act Reshapes Stablecoin Market

The GENIUS Act, the first U.S. federal legislation specifically addressing stablecoins, mandates increased transparency and reporting for issuers, opening the market to competition from traditional financial institutions while simultaneously prompting crypto-native issuers to diversify revenue strea...

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40% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth

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