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VOX Funding Secures $150 Million Credit Facility from Raven Capital
VOX Funding, a leading provider of flexible financing options for U.S. businesses, today announced closing a $150 million credit facility with Raven Capital, a New York-based investment firm specializing in asset-based direct lending.
To date, VOX has funded over $750 million through its platform.
May 28, 2025


Centrex lawsuit dismissed | Roglieri's Co-Conspirator plea | Major TX HB 700 update
FundMerica accepts as true that neither Forth nor Centrex had any involvement in the data incident at issue. Any prior statements made by FundMerica to the contrary are retracted and withdrawn.
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Last night there was an amendment brought by Senator Charles Perry (R) that could make it all but impossible to make Sales-Based Financing (see revenue-based financing and mca) in the state of Texas.
May 27, 2025


Stephanie Hockridge: From News Anchor to PPP Fraud Trial, Inside the Blueacorn Scandal
Stephanie Hockridge, once a familiar face as a Phoenix news anchor, now stands at the center of one of the most significant fraud cases to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. Alongside her husband, Nathan (Nick) Reis, Hockridge is set to stand trial for alleged wire fraud and conspiracy related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a federal initiative designed to help small businesses survive the economic fallout of the pandemic.
May 24, 2025


"Yo Homie! The MCAs are crankin!", new SEC complaint shows
The Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a complaint in the Nevada District Court against two men for what amounts to a Ponzi scheme very similar to the MJ Capital case we covered last year in Miami Federal Court.
May 23, 2025


A Revenue-Based Financing Fund by Washington State just launched
Washington State is making waves with a new program: the Revenue Based Financing Fund, launched through their Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). It’s the first fund of its kind I’ve come across—have you seen anything like it elsewhere?
May 20, 2025


Dalio on Moody's US rating | Underestimating embedded lending | Bank fraud spike | More
“You should know that credit ratings understate credit risks because they only rate the risk of the government not paying its debt,” Dalio said in a post on social media platform X.
May 19, 2025


Dragin Technologies Launches the First True AI Pre-Underwriting Tool for Revenue-Based Financing
In an industry where speed, accuracy, trust, and decision confidence drive every dollar moved, Dragin’s new AI functionality equips funders with a clear picture of a merchant’s online credibility and activity, automatically pulled before a human ever touches the file.
May 16, 2025


Banking vs. Fintech: CFPB Review Puts Open Banking Back in the Spotlight
Banks argue that prohibiting charging fees for data access prevents them from recouping these expenses and managing related risks. Conversely, fintech firms advocate for the rule, emphasizing the benefits of seamless data sharing for developing innovative financial products and services.
May 13, 2025


Ensuring Your Clients Are Bank-Ready for Asset-Based Lending (ABL): An Interview with TAB Bank
We spoke with Curtis Sutherland, Head of Sales and Business Development at TAB Bank and a seasoned expert in ABL financing, to better understand what clients need to be ready for an asset-based loan.
May 9, 2025


Breaking: RBFC granted Stay from 1071 for its members
Thus, the Court will stay the Section 1071 Rule and toll the Rule’s compliance deadlines with respect
to Plaintiff and its members for the length of time that the Fifth Circuit stay order in Tex. Bankers
Ass’n, No. 24-40705, is in effect, subject to modification at any time by the Court.
May 7, 2025


Communications in Business Finance and Beyond: Insights from Sachs Media’s Drew Piers
From the latest in communications strategy to the intersection of finance, technology, and public affairs, this video is packed with insights for anyone interested in how high-stakes messaging is crafted and delivered today. Watch now to stay ahead of the curve!
May 7, 2025


Intuit Powering SMBs | PayPal, Block Earnings Analysis | Wayflyer $5B milestone | More
They signal a clear thesis: Intuit is doubling down on owning more of the financial lifecycle, especially for small to midsize businesses (SMBs), where it already holds a strong foothold with QuickBooks
May 5, 2025


Banks, Fintech & Crypto Collide | 3rd Charged in Loan Scheme | Ocrolus Interview | Consumer Confidence down
Other traditional banks and payments providers are also testing or considering a deeper involvement with stablecoins, from Standard Chartered to PayPal (PYPL) to Stripe. Money management giant Fidelity Investments has also begun testing its own stablecoin, according to the Financial Times.
Apr 29, 2025


Ocrolus CEO Sam Bobley: His path and what's next for Ocrolus
If you want to understand how fintech company Ocrolus came about, its impact on business lending and other markets, and where it's going, this video is for you. I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Sam Bobley, CEO of Ocrolus, the fintech company he co-founded at about the same time I entered the alternative business funding space.
Apr 28, 2025


How Tokenization Could Unlock a New Era for Funders and Syndicators Alike
Despite its growth, the RBF space remains fragmented and lacks the institutional infrastructure found in traditional lending markets. Funders often operate on a deal-by-deal basis, raising and recycling capital manually. Syndication is typically handled through informal channels such as emails or calls, leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities.
Apr 22, 2025


LOC carroting scheme arrests | Falling US Dollar impact | SME lending | Legislative news
Since June 2020, the defendants enriched themselves by defrauding small business owners interested in obtaining financing for their businesses. Through misrepresentations and falsehoods, the defendants promised their victims that in exchange for money provided upfront, the defendants would ultimately extend a loan or line of credit to the victims. In reality, once a victim provided the upfront payment to the defendants, the defendants did not extend financing to the victim.
Apr 21, 2025


You provide sales-based financing in Virginia? Let's check
Seeing a few companies claim they fund Sales Based Financing transactions in Virginia led me to look into them to see if that's accurate.
Apr 17, 2025


SBA Introduces New Anti-Fraud Measures: Key Points and What You Need to Know
The SBA is taking steps to strengthen the integrity of its loan programs with the implementation of new anti-fraud measures. These changes are being introduced with the stated support of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Apr 14, 2025


Federal Appeals Court Denies Bail for Kris Roglieri, Trial Date Set
This decision ensures that Roglieri will remain in custody at the Rensselaer County jail until his trial this summer, underscoring the...
Apr 6, 2025


Libertas Funding Secures Inaugural $75 Million Investment Grade Corporate Note
“We are thrilled to announce the closing of our inaugural corporate note raise" said Gary Katcher, Libertas Executive Chairman and Founder.
Apr 2, 2025


Shake Off the Office Dust—We’re Networking on April 8th!
And if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s this: we only get a few great chances each year to step out of the inbox and into the room...
Apr 1, 2025


Par Funding CEO Joseph LaForte Sentenced in $404M Fraud Case
Joseph LaForte, the CEO of Par Funding (officially Complete Business Solutions Group), was sentenced to...
Mar 27, 2025


Governor Youngkin Vetoes Virginia SB 1252: A Win for Fintech or a Missed Opportunity for Reform?
Governor Youngkin’s decision to veto SB 1252 protects access to safe, responsible credit for hundreds of thousands of Virginians.
Mar 26, 2025


SBA Reinstates Guarantee Fees Effective March 27th
According to SBA notice 5000-865758, loans that have not received SBA authorization by 11:59 PM EST on March 26th will be subject to the...
Mar 24, 2025
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