Why Payment Gateways Fail at Subscription Billing and What to Do About It

The subscription economy is booming. From streaming platforms to subscription boxes and SaaS tools, recurring revenue models are increasingly attractive to businesses seeking predictable cash flow and long-term customer relationships. But behind every successful subscription business lies a billing infrastructure that must be more sophisticated than many realize. Unfortunately, not all payment gateways are equipped…

Redefining Lending: Kate Amor on Inclusive Mortgage Innovation

1. How do you determine real-world financial behaviors for underwriting purposes, and how is this different from traditional models? Rate Portfolio takes a flexible, big-picture approach that provides a better understanding of a borrower’s actual income situation.  Credit history still matters, of course, but instead of relying strictly on tax returns or W2s, we look…

RD Technologies Secures $40M in Series A2 to Advance Stablecoin Infrastructure in Hong Kong

Hong Kong-based fintech innovator RD Technologies has closed its Series A2 financing round, pulling in approximately $40 million to accelerate its push into compliant stablecoin infrastructure and regulated digital finance. The round, completed in July 2025, follows the company’s A1 raise in September 2024 and further solidifies its position as a regional leader in tokenized finance.

RD Technologies Secures $40M in Series A2 to Advance Stablecoin Infrastructure in Hong Kong

CFI’s FPAP™ Program Named Top FP&A Certification by Expert Consumers

In a world where spreadsheets now drive strategic decisions, Corporate Finance Institute’s (CFI) Financial Planning & Analysis Professional (FPAP™) program is getting top billing. Expert Consumers has recognized CFI as a leading provider of FP&A certification, spotlighting the FPAP™ credential for its practical curriculum, accessibility, and immediate career relevance.

CFI’s FPAP™ Program Named Top FP&A Certification by Expert Consumers