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Some of the biggest names in crypto will head to Capitol Hill next week as lawmakers weigh new rules for the white-hot asset class.

The video-sharing site has rolled out a new feature that allows viewers to tip creators, adding to Stripe's network of clients in the crowdsourced entertainment industry.

As its first major gift, Truliant contributed to the Winston-Salem State University Foundation to support the Mathematics and Science Education Network program.

Rohit Chopra, the new director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, announced enhanced monitoring of overdraft programs and said the agency plans to crack down on executives responsible for conduct that violates consumer laws.

The Denver company said it would pay $56 million for Legacy Bank in Colorado and pick up nearly $500 million of assets.

Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler doubled down on his calls for more oversight of cryptocurrency trading platforms on Wednesday, offering new insight into his priorities as he seeks to crack down on the digital coin industry. 

Policymakers contend the fast-growing crypto sector poses many risks for consumers, but disagreements within the blockchain industry and Congress are expected to prevent the establishment of clear rules anytime soon.

The New York Innovation Center aims to help central banks to explore cutting-edge financial technologies and ways for supervision to keep pace with them.

Early next year, the company will become the largest bank to eliminate the fees, which are drawing scrutiny from regulators. Its announcement drew praise from consumer advocacy groups.

Demand for advances from the Home Loan banks has plummeted as the Federal Reserve has flooded the financial system with liquidity. But with a nudge from Congress, these government-sponsored enterprises could remain relevant by broadening their mission and opening membership to more lenders.

The sale could end minority ownership for Alamerica Bank in Alabama, further reducing the number of Black-owned banks in the U.S.

Daily edition for December 01, 2021

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s new director, Rohit Chopra, has settled a lawsuit that said a task force assembled by his Republican predecessor was illegal. Here's what it means for his ability to advance a more pro-consumer agenda.

Banking industry advocates are urging the Senate to follow the House's lead and pass the National Defense Authorization Act with a provision that includes a safe harbor for financial institutions working with cannabis firms.

The former PayPal president was hired to bring an entrepreneurial spirit to the social network, and he helmed major projects such as the Diem stablecoin. His exit raises questions about the direction of the businesses he oversaw.