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Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Green Check Named a Best Place to Work in Fintech by American Banker for Fourth Consecutive Year
BONITA SPRINGS, FL, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Check (GC), the leading fintech connector powering financial services in the emerging cannabis market, today announced that it has been named to American Banker's list of 2025 Best Places to Work in Fintech for the fourth consecutive year. Green Check powers commerce in the legal cannabis industry, equipping banks and credit unions with the data and tools needed to compliantly and profitably serve cannabis-related businesses (CRBs). Its platform and expert advisory services empower financial institutions (FIs) to build scalable banking programs by helping to automate compliance and identify growth opportunities, while supporting program design, regulatory reporting, audit preparation and more. 'This honor, for the fourth year in a row, is truly a testament to the strong culture we have all worked to foster at Green Check,' said Kevin Hart, founder and CEO of Green Check. 'Our continued momentum and growth as a company is a direct result of the outstanding team we have, and it's their commitment that enables us to keep pushing forward with our mission to power compliant financial and business services for the cannabis industry.' The Best Places to Work in Fintech list is determined through a two-part survey process. The first part evaluates each nominated company's workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics, while the second part measures the employee experience through an employee survey. The combined results determine the final ranking, with Best Companies Group managing the registration, survey process, and final data analysis. 'The Best Places to Work in Fintech ranking is a glimpse into the company practices and policies that are popular with employees in the financial sector,' said Penny Crosman, executive editor, technology at American Banker. 'This year's honorees can serve as an inspiration or nudge to companies looking to attract and retain top talent.' In addition to this recognition, Green Check continues to build on its momentum with several exciting recent accomplishments. The company surpassed $1 billion in monthly cannabis sales deposits for its network of financial institutions in 2024. Additionally, in Q1 of this year, GC was awarded 'Best Regtech' by the FinTech Breakthrough Awards for the second consecutive year and named to Forbes' 2025 Cannabis 42.0 List for the third consecutive year, adding to its long list of industry accolades. To learn more about Green Check and to follow along for updates, visit About Green Check Green Check (GC) is modernizing the way cannabis businesses and financial institutions work together. Founded in 2017 by a team of technology, banking, and regulatory experts, GC provides industry-leading technology, advisory services and data-driven insights to more than 170 financial institutions and nearly 13,000 cannabis-related businesses. Green Check was included on the Forbes Cannabis 42.0 list for three consecutive years, recognized by CNBC as one of the World's Top FinTech Companies, and named one of 50 game-changers in the cannabis industry in the 4th annual The Cannabis 50. It has been repeatedly recognized as Top Compliance Company and Top Compliance Leader at the PBC Awards, the premier cannabis industry honors. In addition, it has been recognized as the Top Financial Technology by the Green Market Report and was also named as one of the top Best Places to Work in Fintech for four consecutive years by American Banker. To learn more about Green Check, visit and follow GC on LinkedIn. Angie Lufrano Caliber Corporate Advisers [email protected]
Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
New Cash Management Future Is on the Way to American Retailers
The financial industry is at an inflection point. While consumer banking has been transformed by digital tools—mobile deposits, peer-to-peer payments and full-service ATMs—retailers and other businesses are still reliant on outdated, inefficient systems to manage their money. But that's about to change. I've spent a career working on innovations in finance and banking, and I've seen firsthand how things once considered unchangeable can be swept away by progress. And I am confident that a revolution is coming to the way retailers manage their cash. A Journey In Innovation I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, a blue-collar city that has seen its share of change and struggle. It's where I learned the value of hard work, resilience and transformation. After high school, I attended the University of Dayton, unsure of my future. Like many young people, I was searching for inspiration. That's when an internship at NCR, a technology company headquartered just across the street from campus, changed everything. In the mid-1990s, NCR was pioneering automation in banking. While back-office operations had long benefited from computing technology, the front office was just beginning to realize how automation could streamline branch operations and improve the consumer experience. I worked on projects that helped eliminate paper-based deposits and withdrawals at the bank branch, allowing for faster, more efficient transactions. This early experience planted a seed in my mind: Technology had the power to transform finance. One of the most pivotal projects I worked on involved check processing. Back then, checks were manually sorted and keyed in by humans sitting in massive operations centers. NCR introduced scanning technology and software that allowed checks to be digitized and processed at scale, paving the way for mobile check deposits that consumers now take for granted. It was a lesson in how automation could revolutionize labor-intensive processes while putting money in consumer bank accounts quicker—and how outdated systems, if left unchanged, could hold industries back. Pathward was named Best Banking as a Service Solution Provider in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program. Pathward was named Best Banking as a Service Solution Provider in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program. The Consumer Banking Revolution As my career progressed, I had the opportunity to apply automation to another sector: consumer banking. I worked to apply automation through ATM machines, creating reliability and convenience for withdrawing and depositing cash and checks through secure and trusted ATM networks. This was a time when the machines were evolving from simply dispensing bills to allowing consumers to deposit cash and checks directly, bypassing the need for tellers. This demonstrated the importance of creating solutions that worked for both the consumer and the business—a principle that continues to guide me. By the time I joined Cardtronics, a global leader in operating ATM networks in convenient retail locations, I was ready to tackle something big. My role was to find ways to make the company's network of 80,000 ATMs more accessible and valuable while driving more transactions through this established network. One of our key initiatives was partnering with banks to make our network accessible to their cardholders, surcharge free. Our shared infrastructure of ATMs benefited financial institutions, by reducing their need to deploy their own machines, as well as consumers through expanded access and convenience. This experience deepened my understanding of the power of utilities—shared networks that reduce costs while expanding access for everyone. Eventually, I took all the experience and knowledge I have gained to solve a problem that has been overlooked for far too long: business cash deposits. While consumer banking has seen incredible innovation, businesses have been left behind. For many retailers, cash remains a critical part of daily operations, but depositing that cash is a cumbersome, time-consuming process that has not changed in 30 years. Whether it's retailers manually counting bills at the end of the day or the time intensive journey to the nearest bank branch to deposit cash through a bank teller, the methods are outdated, costly and time-consuming. The Future Of Cash Management Is Digital But that's changing. Business banking—and particularly cash management for retailers—is on the verge of a revolution that mirrors what happened on the consumer side. Just as ATMs and mobile banking eliminated the need for frequent trips to a physical branch, new solutions in cash management are poised to do the same for businesses. For me, this work is personal. I've met countless small business owners who work long hours to keep their operations running, often with slim margins and limited resources. If we can make their lives easier by eliminating inefficiencies in cash deposits and business banking, we've succeeded. Financial institutions that fail to adapt will be left behind. The future belongs to those that recognize the need for seamless, technology-driven cash management solutions. Much like the early days of ATMs, banks and businesses may be skeptical of change, but once they experience the benefits, there will be no going back. The shift is already underway. Just as consumers now expect digital convenience in their personal banking, businesses will demand the same in their cash management. A new model is emerging—one that moves beyond legacy systems and allows businesses to deposit cash quickly, securely and efficiently, without the constraints of traditional banking infrastructure. This is not just about convenience; it's about survival. The inconsistency between what businesses need and what banks offer is becoming more glaring. If financial institutions do not act, businesses will consolidate commercial deposits, and their relationships, with those banks or fintechs that step in to fill the gap. We've seen this happen before with consumer banking, and it's happening again with business banking. Now Or Never The future of retail cash management is clear: Businesses need modern solutions, and banks must be willing to provide them. If they don't, more agile networks and startups will. The question isn't whether this transformation will happen—it's who will lead it. Innovation in cash management isn't just possible; it's inevitable. My journey—from working on check automation and ATMs to leading new solutions in business deposits—has shown me that technology, when applied thoughtfully, can solve systemic inefficiencies. The same logic that revolutionized consumer banking will revolutionize business banking. The only question is whether banks will embrace change or be disrupted by it. The future of cash management is about empowering businesses, reducing friction, and ensuring that cash management is no longer an obstacle but a seamless, efficient process that enables growth. That's the vision that drives me—and it's the future that's coming, whether banks are ready or not. Brian Bailey is president and COO of Clip Money, Inc. (TSX-V: CLIP; OTCQB: CLPMF) the only non-bank business deposit network for businesses.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Digital Payment Today - Planet Wins Best Consumer Payments Company Award
Planet has been awarded "Best Consumer Payments Company" at the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards, a testament to the company's innovative approach in digital payment solutions. Their integrated payment platform combines payments, currency conversion, and tax-free services into a single device, addressing the consumer demand for seamless, personalized payment options. Planet's technology supports international shoppers and luxury retailers by simplifying tax-free refund processes and offering dynamic currency conversion, enhancing customer experiences. This recognition highlights the ongoing advancements in the digital payment sector, emphasizing the move towards more unified and efficient payment systems globally. In other trading, was a standout up 8.2% and closing at ARS7,220.00. Meanwhile, lagged, down 4.5% to end trading at IDR3,630.00. Enhancing asset quality and focusing on microfinance restructuring could significantly boost Bank Rakyat Indonesia's profitability; discover more in our detailed narrative on this opportunity. settled at $62.59 up 3.4%. closed at $10.55 up 2.9%. closed at $10.71 up 1.8%. Click this link to deep-dive into the 186 companies within our Digital Payment Stocks screener including Bank of Montreal, Banque Saudi Fransi and Al Rajhi Banking and Investment. Searching for a Fresh Perspective? Rare earth metals are an input to most high-tech devices, military and defence systems and electric vehicles. The global race is on to secure supply of these critical minerals. Beat the pack to uncover the 21 best rare earth metal stocks of the very few that mine this essential strategic resource. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sources: Simply Wall St "Planet Named 'Best Consumer Payments Company' in 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program" from FinTech Breakthrough on GlobeNewswire (published 07 April 2025) Companies discussed in this article include BASE:GGAL NasdaqGS:PYPL NYSE:NU NasdaqGS:SOFI and IDX:BBRI. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Digital Payment Today - Planet Wins Best Consumer Payments Company Award
Planet has been awarded "Best Consumer Payments Company" at the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards, a testament to the company's innovative approach in digital payment solutions. Their integrated payment platform combines payments, currency conversion, and tax-free services into a single device, addressing the consumer demand for seamless, personalized payment options. Planet's technology supports international shoppers and luxury retailers by simplifying tax-free refund processes and offering dynamic currency conversion, enhancing customer experiences. This recognition highlights the ongoing advancements in the digital payment sector, emphasizing the move towards more unified and efficient payment systems globally. In other trading, was a standout up 8.2% and closing at ARS7,220.00. Meanwhile, lagged, down 4.5% to end trading at IDR3,630.00. Enhancing asset quality and focusing on microfinance restructuring could significantly boost Bank Rakyat Indonesia's profitability; discover more in our detailed narrative on this opportunity. settled at $62.59 up 3.4%. closed at $10.55 up 2.9%. closed at $10.71 up 1.8%. Click this link to deep-dive into the 186 companies within our Digital Payment Stocks screener including Bank of Montreal, Banque Saudi Fransi and Al Rajhi Banking and Investment. Searching for a Fresh Perspective? Rare earth metals are an input to most high-tech devices, military and defence systems and electric vehicles. The global race is on to secure supply of these critical minerals. Beat the pack to uncover the 21 best rare earth metal stocks of the very few that mine this essential strategic resource. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sources: Simply Wall St "Planet Named 'Best Consumer Payments Company' in 2025 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program" from FinTech Breakthrough on GlobeNewswire (published 07 April 2025) Companies discussed in this article include BASE:GGAL NasdaqGS:PYPL NYSE:NU NasdaqGS:SOFI and IDX:BBRI. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Snap Finance Mobile App Awarded FinTech Breakthrough's Best Overall FinTech Mobile App of 2025
FinTech Breakthrough's 9th annual awards recognize Snap Finance for strong brand identity, seamless customer journey integration, and exceptional user experience SALT LAKE CITY, March 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Snap Finance LLC, a leading provider of innovative and convenient pay-over-time financing solutions, announced today that its mobile app has been named the Best Overall FinTech Mobile App in the 9th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program. This prestigious honor from FinTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that highlights top companies and products in the global fintech industry, underscores the app's standout performance in a highly competitive field. The FinTech Breakthrough Awards program attracts thousands of nominations from around the world each year, making Snap Finance's win a significant achievement in the fintech sector. Snap Finance's mobile app earned the top spot in its category due to three key factors that drive its success: Strong brand identity: The app reflects Snap Finance's brand values at every touchpoint, instilling trust and recognition among users. Seamless integration in the customer journey: From browsing partner merchants to applying for financing and managing payments, the app is woven into every step of the customer's experience, delivering a frictionless lease-to-own financing journey. Exceptional user experience (UX): The app's intuitive design and features have led to outstanding customer satisfaction, earning an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars across the Apple App Store and Google Play and surpassing 800,000 downloads within its first year. These elements make the Snap Finance app a one-stop solution for customers looking to manage their financing needs. Users can browse and connect with Snap's network of merchant partners, apply for Snap's lease-to-own financing, and track and complete their payments, all through the app's user-friendly interface. "We designed the Snap Finance app to fully integrate our brand's identity into a seamless customer journey for our users," said Michael Minor, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer, Snap Finance. "The response from customers has been incredible, with almost one million app downloads - and it's transforming how they shop, pay, and engage with us daily. This recognition from FinTech Breakthrough proves that a great user experience can drive customer adoption and success." "Winning the FinTech Breakthrough Award is an incredible honor for our team," said Ted Saunders, Chief Executive Officer, Snap Finance. "It spotlights our mobile app's innovative features and reinforces our mission to provide financial flexibility to those who need it most. Being recognized as the best fintech mobile app motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible as we help more customers gain access to essential goods and services." Launched in early 2024, the Snap Finance app has quickly become a cornerstone of Snap Finance's customer experience strategy, ensuring that users, especially those with credit challenges, have an even more convenient and empowering way to manage their finances on the go. Follow Snap Finance on social media: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X About Snap Finance Snap Finance harnesses the power of data to empower consumers of all credit types to get what they need. Launched in 2012, Snap's technology utilizes more than a decade of data, machine learning, and nontraditional risk variables to create a proprietary platform that looks at each customer through a more holistic lens. Snap's lease-to-own and credit solutions are changing the face and pace of consumer retail finance. For more information, visit About FinTech Breakthrough Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for technology innovation and leadership around the globe, the FinTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring breakthrough innovation in Financial Technologies and Services companies and products. The FinTech Breakthrough Awards provide public recognition for the standout achievements of FinTech companies and products in categories that include Payments, Personal Finance, Cryptocurrency, Wealth Management, Fraud Protection, Banking, Lending, RegTech, InsurTech and more. For more information visit Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. View source version on Contacts For media inquiries: media@ Sign in to access your portfolio
