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Column: California's fight against Trump's unhinged war on voting by mail
California could have some zany theater this fall: county prosecutors charging federal postmasters with felonies for obeying President Trump’s order to withhold delivery of mail ballots to voters.
CT’s Community Health Centers Earn National Recognition
The federal Health Resources and Services Administration recently awarded Community Health Quality Recognition badges to community health centers across the country, including Connecticut’s 17 health centers.
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli’s Meeting with Uzbekistan's Minister of Sports and National Olympic Committee
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli’s Meeting with Uzbekistan’s Minister of Sports and National Olympic Committee Tashkent, Uzbekistan – August 31, 2026 – U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli met with the leadership of the Ministry of Sports and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Uzbekistan to discuss the current state of the U.S.-Uzbekistan sports cooperation and prospects for its continued growth. Discussions focused on strengthening international sports cooperation, advancing the Olympic movement, and identifying promising joint projects. Special Envoy Zampolli congratulated Uzbekistan on its selection as the host of the 2027 World Fencing Championships and welcomed Uzbekistan’s possible participation in a planned World Robotics Organization. Special Envoy Zampolli also congratulated the people of Uzbekistan on the 35th anniversary of the country’s independence. “Sport brings people together like nothing else,” said Special Envoy Zampolli. This engagement builds on Special Envoy Zampolli’s prior meetings with Uzbekistan’s national sports leaders and teams and reflects the United States’ sustained commitment to sports diplomacy as a bridge for cultural exchange and international cooperation.
Politics, Pubs, Parades, + the Parish: Jim McGreevey, Part 2
McGreevey traces his path from the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office to the New Jersey Assembly, Woodbridge mayor’s office.
California to get more power to sue big businesses under anti-monopoly bill going to Newsom
California prosecutors would gain new powers to sue big businesses over anti-competitive practices under a bill Democratic lawmakers sent to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Media invitation: Europlanet Science Congress (EPSC) 2026
The Europlanet Science Congress (EPSC) 2026 will be held in hybrid format at the Amare arts venue in The Hague, Netherlands, and online, from 6–11 September 2026. EPSC2026 covers the full spectrum of planetary research and technology across over 125 scientific sessions, keynotes, debates and community events. Around 1200 planetary scientists from over 40 countries in Europe and around the world are expected to attend the conference.
Illinois Announces Community Impact Partnership with Busey Bank, Carle Health and Experience Champaign-Urbana Foundation
Student-athlete partnership will support community health, engagement and economic vitality across Illinois.
Seoul National University of Science and Technology develops AI framework to test and improve vision-system robustness
A new artificial intelligence (AI)-based system shows how natural damage to traffic signs can mislead deep neural network (DNN)-based vision systems. The framework, AdvWT, uses a generative model to learn realistic damage patterns and then optimize them to trigger misclassification. Tests across multiple AI architectures showed strong attack success, transferability and physical-world robustness. The approach can identify vulnerabilities and improve AI generalization to real-world damage.
Thoughts and analysis on Broncos’ initial 53-man roster
The initial 53-man roster for the Denver Broncos is set. Here are some thoughts and analysis.
Governor Healey awards $17.9 million for public health improvements
Governor Healey announced $17.9 million in grants to community organizations to improve health across Massachusetts.
New England Patriots Trade Profile: A Closer Look at Offensive Tackle Walter Rouse
The New England Patriots traded for offensive tackle depth ahead of Sunday’s deadline to finalize the 53-man roster. We examine what Walter Rouse brings to the room in Foxboro.
Buffalo Bills cut 21 players, trim roster down to 53 ahead of the regular season
Notable names released include RB Frank Gore Jr., LB Andre Jones Jr., QB Shane Buechele and WR Trent Sherfield Sr.
Cowboys news: Takeaways and analysis of Dallas’ 53-man roster
Here is today’s Dallas Cowboys news
Draft picks, free agents: Recapping newcomers to Saints' 2026 roster
Recapping the rookies, free agents, and other new players that made the initial New Orleans Saints 53-man roster to begin the 2026 season.
Amazon makes Alexa+ free on compatible Fire TVs
Amazon's Alexa+ rolls out free to Fire TV devices across the U.S., but hands-free microphones and stored voice data raise key privacy questions.
Acclimating to the 2026 Denver Broncos 53-man roster
…and then there were 53.
British tight end Traore makes Dolphins roster cut
British tight end Seydou Traore is included in the Miami Dolphins' initial 53-man roster, meaning he can play from the start of the 2026 NFL season.
Microsoft says Windows 11 KB5120998 update resets mouse settings
Microsoft has confirmed that mouse settings are being reverted on Windows 11 systems after installing the KB5120998 August 2026 non-security preview update.
Scientists Filmed an Alien-Looking Fish Moonwalking Across The Seafloor
Backward is just forward in reverse.
Scientists Filmed an Alien-Looking Fish Moonwalking Across The Seafloor
Backward is just forward in reverse.
J.J. McCarthy Handed Blunt Outlook After Vikings Roster Decision
After speculation swirled as to whether the Minnesota Vikings would cut J.J. McCarthy or trade him before the roster cutdown deadline, that didn’t happen. The Vikings decided to keep McCarthy, for now, and have four QBs on their 53-man roster.Nonetheless, McCarthy appears to be QB2; at least that’s how his name was listed when the […] The post J.J. McCarthy Handed Blunt Outlook After Vikings Roster Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
Biggest snubs from Bengals' 53-man roster after final cuts
The Bengals made some pretty surprising cuts while forming the 53-man roster.
Voters hate data centers. Candidates from both parties are scrambling to respond
Across the country and the political spectrum, candidates are embracing a growing backlash to artificial intelligence and the infrastructure required to power it.
8 winners and losers from Patriots roster cuts
The Patriots reduced their roster to 53 players on Sunday.
Data centers \'exploded\' in Pa. politics this year. How will it impact Lancaster County\'s 36th Senate District race?
Voters across the country are being inundated with campaign advertisements about data centers and artificial intelligence ahead of the November midterm election, including in Lancaster County’s highly competitive 36th Senate
Industry-Specific Survey Shows Boost in Small Business Optimism
The Optimism Index for the construction, manufacturing, retail and services industries rose from April, a survey says.
Microsoft asks users to ignore 'Antivirus is turned off' errors
Microsoft asked customers this week to ignore incorrect alerts that Defender Antivirus has been turned off after installing the latest Defender updates.
U.S. Bank expands business banking roster
The super-regional lender is adding bankers to serve business clients in Florida and Georgia, where it already has wealth and middle market bankers, an executive said.
5 players Commanders could target after roster cuts
We look at five players the Commanders could target after Sunday's roster cuts.
Made in New Jersey: The science behind New Jersey's world-famous tomatoes
For nearly a century, Rutgers has played a major role in developing tomato varieties grown across New Jersey and beyond.
Made in New Jersey: The science behind New Jersey's world-famous tomatoes
For nearly a century, Rutgers has played a major role in developing tomato varieties grown across New Jersey and beyond.
Seahawks GM Gets Blunt on Trevon Diggs Decision After Roster Cuts
On Aug. 30, the Seattle Seahawks decided to cut Trevon Diggs as part of trimming their roster to 53 players. Nonetheless, the Seahawks intend to sign the former Dallas Cowboys All-Pro cornerback to the practice squad. Diggs played in Seattle’s final preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs, where he recorded one tackle and one interception. […] The post Seahawks GM Gets Blunt on Trevon Diggs Decision After Roster Cuts appeared first on HEAVY.
Was CB Jabbar Muhammad the Jaguars Most Surprising Cut?
After spending his entire rookie season on the practice squad, the talented CB showed significant improvement this offseason and looked like a roster lock. Surprisingly, the Jaguars decided to subject Muhammad to waivers.
Cleveland Browns Elect to Keep Three Quarterbacks, Three Running Backs
The Browns finalized their 53-man roster, keeping three quarterbacks, but maybe one you didn't think. And, they kept three running backs -- and a fullback.
Seahawks 53-man roster for 2026 NFL season officially announced
Meet your newest Seahawks team!
Three Newly Available Pass Rushers the Bears Could Target
After all the roster cuts have finished, here are three newly available pass rushers the Chicago Bears could look to bring in. The post Three Newly Available Pass Rushers the Bears Could Target appeared first on HEAVY.
Cowboys’ Final Decision on Quarterback Cuts Revealed Amid NFL Deadline
The Dallas Cowboys have made a final decision on the future of the team's quarterbacks amid roster cuts. The post Cowboys’ Final Decision on Quarterback Cuts Revealed Amid NFL Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
3 Things We Learned From the Bengals' Final Roster Cuts
Surprising departures and a seventh-round steal reshape Cincinnati’s depth chart, revealing a new plan for the receiver room and long-term stability at the tight end position.
Former BYU standout TE makes Browns final 53-man roster
Defying practice squad projections, the seventh-round rookie overcame a late-summer injury to secure his place in Cleveland.
5 Biggest Surprises on Detroit Lions 53-Man Roster
The Detroit Lions’ initial 53-man roster included several unexpected decisions. Here are the five biggest surprises from cutdown day.
Panthers Set Initial 53-Man Roster For 2026 Season
The Panthers made the necessary moves to get down to 53 players on Sunday.
MSU Alum Montorie Foster Jr. Makes Seahawks’ 53-Man Roster
From substitute teaching to winning a Super Bowl, the former Spartan standout has traded his real estate aspirations for a permanent role in Seattle’s elite receiving corps.
Is electricity dimming oil’s political power?
Surging power demand is turning electricity prices into a political flashpoint across the U.S. and Europe.
Undrafted Patriots Rookie Earns Roster Spot With Unusual Position Switch
Undrafted rookie Tanner Arkin learned a second position during the preseason, and that unusual move helped him claim a spot on the Patriots’ initial roster.
Patriots Cut Unlikely Training Camp Interception Leader After Roster Shakeup
John Saunders Jr. led the Patriots with five training camp interceptions, but a late trade helped push the promising safety off New England’s initial roster.
P JK Scott among final Chargers cuts
The Chargers do not have a punter on their initial 53-man roster.
Your initial 2026 New York Jets roster
The Jets have revealed their initial 53 man roster for the 2026 season, sort of. The initial 2026 roster released by the team only has 52 players. The list does not include offensive lineman Jordan Meredith who was reportedly acquired in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. If we are going to […]
Why Paolo Banchero Needs to Have an Elite Year
With Desmond Bane joining a revamped roster, Orlando’s franchise centerpiece faces a defining crossroads to silence critics, master his shooting, and elevate the Magic into elite contention.
49ers address offensive line questions with trade for Texans veteran
There’s no bigger question mark on the 49ers’ roster than the interior of the offensive line, where the competition at left guard was uninspiring and they lost the player brought...
4 burning questions after Cowboys cut down to 53
These are our biggest questions about the new 53-man roster.
Sankey, SEC 'prepared to contest' judge's order in Louisiana
While the SEC said it will comply with an order that prohibits commissioner Greg Sankey from issuing punishment if they roster a player who returns from a pro contract, the league said, in a Sunday statement to ESPN, it will defend its rights in court.
6 Eagles rookies who made the initial 53-man roster
Five Eagles draft picks and one undrafted rookie earned positions on Philadelphia’s initial 53-man roster.
Four Quick Thoughts on Patriots Initial 53-Man Roster Cutdown
Expect the team to be active and as coach Mike Vrabel said, "fluid" with the roster as the opener approaches on Sept. 9.
6 things we learned from the Rams’ 53-man roster
Rams 53-man roster instant reaction: LA wins Tutu Atwell trade, Wesley Bailey makes it, and more
Latest Round Of Lions Cuts Includes 2026 Draft Selection
The Detroit Lions have already made a round of roster cuts as they work to get to the 53-man roster by 6:00 p.m. ET on Sunday evening, cutting LB Troy Reeder and TE Zach Horton.And now, the Lions have announced a second wave of roster cuts which includes a 2026 Draft selection.As part of their […] The post Latest Round Of Lions Cuts Includes 2026 Draft Selection appeared first on HEAVY.
Vikings-Packers Week 1 Game Receives Two Key Updates
As the Minnesota Vikings make their final roster decisions on Aug. 30 before the deadline, news emerged about their Week 1 opponent, the Green Bay Packers.On Aug. 30, the NFL announced that they are placing Packers running back Josh Jacobs on the Commissioner’s Exempt List. As a result, Green Bay won’t have their running back […] The post Vikings-Packers Week 1 Game Receives Two Key Updates appeared first on HEAVY.
Jets Cut Preseason Star After Breakout Giants Performance
The New York Jets have cut a breakout preseason star defender ahead of the final roster deadline on Sunday, August 30. The post Jets Cut Preseason Star After Breakout Giants Performance appeared first on HEAVY.
Patriots cut former undrafted standout ahead of roster deadline
The Patriots have reportedly cut running back Lan Larison with hopes of stashing him on the practice squad.
Former Broncos Starting Quarterback Cut By Giants as Clock Ticks
Former Denver Broncos quarterback Brandon Allen is back on the market following the latest roster moves around the NFL. The post Former Broncos Starting Quarterback Cut By Giants as Clock Ticks appeared first on HEAVY.
Cowboys Waive 129-Yard 2025 Draft Pick After Breakout Preseason
With the Dallas Cowboys closing in on finalizing their 53-man roster, there are more big names being let go from the team.Several interesting players are on the list of cuts. While most of the names are not surprising to many, one name has emerged that will have Cowboys fans’ attention.ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported […] The post Cowboys Waive 129-Yard 2025 Draft Pick After Breakout Preseason appeared first on HEAVY.
Colorado High School Football Rankings: Top 25 Teams
Valor Christian is looking very strong, and their cross-sectional matchup against Mater Dei this weekend will be one of the biggest games in the country.
Steelers keep all 10 draft picks on 53-man roster
The Steelers announced their final round of roster cuts and all 10 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft made the team.
Packers Get Intriguing Josh Sweat Take Amid 49ers Speculation
As the San Francisco 49ers are making final roster decisions on Aug. 30, they could also be exploring the trade market. One area of concern for the Niners heading into the 2026 NFL season is their pass rush.Nick Bosa has dealt with tendinitis during training camp and the preseason. Moreover, Bosa looks to be the […] The post Packers Get Intriguing Josh Sweat Take Amid 49ers Speculation appeared first on HEAVY.
Eagles announce initial 53-man roster for 2026 season
Here’s a look at the Eagles’ initial 53-man roster after final cuts in 2026.
Former Broncos Tight End Out in Raiders Roster Deadline Adjustment
Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos could do themselves a favor by taking a flier on old friend Albert Okwuegbunam. The post Former Broncos Tight End Out in Raiders Roster Deadline Adjustment appeared first on HEAVY.
Cowboys desperately need to sign running back after roster cuts
This Dallas position group has been sliced as thin as deli meat.
Detroit Lions Make Decision on Rookie Draft Pick Tyre West
The Detroit Lions are moving on from one of their 2026 draft picks. Detroit is waiving rookie defensive lineman Tyre West, according to NFL reporter Arye Pulli, as the Lions continue trimming their roster ahead of Sunday’s 53-man deadline. Pulli…
Odell Beckham Jr. reportedly makes Giants' 53-man roster
Odell Beckham Jr. is back where he started.
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros. abruptly canned “Coyote vs. Acme,” the Looney Tunes feature film that was given a new lease on life by Ketchup Entertainment debuted with an estimated $15.5 million in ticket sales over the weekend. For the fifth weekend in a row, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” topped…
Denver Broncos have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock
The Denver Broncos have another surprise in their roster cutdowns. They have waived inside linebacker Red Murdock.
Microsoft Is Slowly Healing Windows 11, With OneDrive Finally Allowing Users To Fully Opt Out Of The Service, Getting Rid Of The Incessant Reminder
Microsoft is making it easier to opt out of OneDrive on Windows 11 by removing persistent backup prompts and improving user control
Eagles release rookie edge rusher Keyshawn James-Newby
Philadelphia released seventh-round rookie Keyshawn James-Newby while finalizing its initial 53-man roster.
Broncos waive rookie tight end Justin Joly
That’s a surprise! According to 9NEWS Denver’s Mike Klis, the Denver Broncos have waived rookie tight end Justin Joly. He was selected in the 5th round of the 2026 NFL Draft and was expected to make the 53-man roster. Now he will hit the waiver wire, and we will have to see whether he clears […]
Tom Holland Becomes Third-Highest-Grossing Actor Thanks to 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'
The actor just made history.
Oregon Ducks Receive Promising Update on 2028 QB Prospect
Rising high school star Tommy Devany eyes a high-stakes visit to Eugene as Dan Lanning pivots his powerhouse recruiting strategy toward a new generation of elite quarterbacks.
Health officials warn of possible rabies exposure at events in this NC County
Possible rabies exposure has been traced to baby goats from a mobile petting zoo that hosted multiple events across the state, including in Durham County.
Report: Vikings preseason star has made the 53-man roster
Vikings preseason star Jacob Thomas set to make the 53-man roster.
Browns’ reported Dillon Gabriel move leaves Taylen Green’s future uncertain
Jeremy Fowler reports Dillon Gabriel will make the Browns’ initial roster.
Men, It’s Time to Put Your Health First
Between work, family, relationships, and everything else on your plate, it’s easy for weeks to fill up fast. For a lot of guys, that means health ends up taking a back seat. But the reality...
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros. abruptly canned the Looney Tunes feature “Coyote vs. Acme,” it has a new lease on life thanks to Ketchup Entertainment. The movie debuted with an estimated $15.5...
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million
Three years after Warner Bros. abruptly canned the Looney Tunes feature “Coyote vs. Acme,” it has a new lease on life thanks to Ketchup Entertainment.
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros.
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros.
53-Man Final Roster Prediction
Detroit has until 6 p.m. to finalize its 53-man roster, and several tough decisions remain. Here’s my prediction for who makes the cut and who could be left searching for a new team.
Dolphins trade for Packers' preseason standout quarterback
The Dolphins stripped their roster down to the studs, but made a move for a potential QB2. Here are the details.
The Political Divide Isn’t Between Boomers and Gen Z
Rep. Maxwell Frost went on Jubilee’s 'Surrounded' for a debate about the generational gap. It’s smaller than most Americans realize.
Fiona Ma explains why she should be California's next Lieutenant Governor
Fiona Ma, California’s state treasurer, is running for lieutenant governor and shared her vision for addressing economic challenges, housing shortages, and regulatory issues across the state in an interview on California Politics 360.
NFL roster cuts 2026: Look at how 53-man rosters are taking shape at the cutdown deadline
Dolphins waive final backup QB, making their situation very clear
The Dolphins traded Quinn Ewers and reportedly waived Cam Miller, leaving just two quarterbacks on the roster. However, they're now waiving another.
Seattle Seahawks 2026 practice squad tracker
Once the Seahawks have their 53-man roster, it’s time to build their initial practice squad.
Yankees Sign Former Top Five Prospect
The New York Yankees have signed Jarred Kelenic to a minor league deal
Bears trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. to Falcons for cornerback, draft pick: reactions
Ahead of Sunday’s 5 p.m. 53-man roster cut-down deadline, the Bears are giving one 17-game starter from the 2025 season a fresh start elsewhere. The Bears dealt defensive tackle Gervon...
Steelers shockingly release fan-favorite linebacker amid final roster cuts
The Pittsburgh Steelers have parted ways with fan-favorite linebacker Elandon Roberts despite his strong preseason performance.
Colorado Sues EarnIn For “Immoral, Unethical, Oppressive and Unscrupulous” Business Practices
Hey all, Jason here. When this hits your inbox, I should be en route to the airport — not to go anywhere myself, just to pick up my better half. I must admit, it’s been strange to be home alone (well, with two dogs) for two weeks! Really lets me “optimize” to spending more time on reading/writing/working, whether that’s healthy or not! Looking forward to getting back into a (somewhat) more balance routine. Subscribe or Support by Upgrading Compare Notes With the People Who Built Modern Fintech Partner content: Remitly CEO Sebastian Gunningham. Increase founder Darragh Buckley. Linda Du, Co-founder & President at Valon. They’ll unpack the decisions behind building and scaling major financial products: what they got right, what broke, what they would do differently, and how AI and new infrastructure are changing the operator playbook. Most events tell you where fintech is going. NerdCon puts the people who built the present in the room and asks them what comes next. 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(Fintech Takes Banking) Untangling Guggenheim: How Private Credit Built Its Own Universe (Net Interest) The Hater’s Guide To Circular Financing — Part One (Ed Zitron) Fiat Ventures Rebrands to FGV Capital, Announces $35M Oversubscribed Fund II (BusinessWire) Socure Announces Strategic Growth Investment at $5.2B Valuation and Acquires Agentic Operations Platform Fravity (Socure) Listen: When Consumer Protection Disclosures Work Too Well (Consumer Finance Monitor Podcast) Colorado Sues EarnIn For “Immoral, Unethical, Oppressive and Unscrupulous” Business Practices When Andreessen Horowitz led EarnIn’s $39 million Series B in 2017, Alex Rampell, a partner at the storied venture capital firm, described EarnIn’s small-dollar advance product as “free,” relying on “entirely on voluntary contributions instead of fees.” Rampell favorably compared EarnIn’s approach to typical payday loans, writing, “Payday loans historically have had the potential to be a slippery slope for consumers into financial distress: opaque systems and steep fees that are hard to repay and set individuals back further than where they started. For many Americans living paycheck to paycheck, that kind of slide into debt can be extremely difficult to recover from.” But EarnIn’s product — which, the company says, isn’t a “loan,” legally speaking — ends up being anything but free for most users. While it is technically possible to take a no-fee advance from the company, most users incur “Lightning Speed” (instant funding) fees and/or ostensibly optional tips that combined can equate to annualized percent rates that can reach over 1,000%. With an average term of 9.77 days, even fees and tips that are small on an absolute dollar basis are equivalent to high APRs on an annualized basis. A lawsuit filed last week by Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser against EarnIn describes the company and its product and business practices quite differently than Andreessen’s Rampell; “EarnIn’s business practices are unfair because they are immoral, unethical, oppressive and unscrupulous,” the complaint, filed in District Court in Denver, Colorado, says. EarnIn’s marquee product, Cash Out, isn’t a loan, the company says, as Cash Out is not “[f]orward [l]ooking” because “[t]he money is transferred based on earnings to date,” does not carry a mandatory fee to access funds, and is “non-recourse,” meaning EarnIn cannot pursue recovery from users who don’t repay advanced funds. EarnIn is sometimes referred to as an “Earned Wage Advance” service. Though, unlike some others in the broader category, EarnIn does not integrate with employers’ payroll or time and attendance systems. Rather, EarnIn attempts to verify a user’s income and employment, by examining direct deposit transaction data in their linked external bank account, by using GPS location and Bluetooth data to estimate a user’s time spent at work, if they work in a fixed location, and/or by having a user provided a work email address. While repayment is theoretically optional, as EarnIn would have no recourse, such as reporting non-payment to the credit bureaus or a collections agency, this is anything but clear to users of the EarnIn app, Colorado’s complaint argues. During the process of taking a Cash Out, users must agree to a preauthorized debit of the amount advanced, plus any expedited funding fee and/or tips. Though users technically can revoke this ACH authorization, the fact that they have this right isn’t presented to users during the Cash Out process, but rather is included in linked terms and conditions few users are likely to actually read. And users who do wish to revoke their ACH authorization must do so three or more days before the scheduled transaction date by emailing EarnIn’s customer support. Similarly, EarnIn’s marketing claims that it carries “no interest” and “no mandatory fees” is technically true, but is not the reality for many of the app’s users, the Colorado complaint argues. Further, EarnIn has extensively marketed to users the ability to “access your pay today,” to get “instant” funds, and to get funds “the same day you work” — when, in reality, this speed of access was only possible by paying the additional, undisclosed Lightning Speed fee. The Colorado complaint highlights this contradiction specifically, noting: EarnIn tells consumers that they can ‘Make any day payday with EarnIn’ and that there no ‘hidden’ or ‘mandatory fees.’ For a consumer to access their pay on the same day requested, they would have to pay the Lightning Speed fee. In the fine print of the advertisement EarnIn discloses that ‘[f]ees apply to use Lightning Speed,’ a direct contradiction to the larger text of the advertisement, and a fact that would not be immediately understood by a consumer as ‘Lightning Speed’ is not defined nor explained. Like other small-dollar lending services, rather than explicitly charge interest, EarnIn collects a markup on the optional Lighting Speed fee, which, given the nature of the transactions, many users opt for, as well as offering users the option to leave “tips.” EarnIn leverages either Real-Time Payments (RTP) rails or push-to-card via debit rails if a user opts for the optional Lightning Speed. But while these capabilities cost EarnIn, on average, $0.075 or $0.20 per transaction, respectively, EarnIn charges users significantly more. Initially, EarnIn charged as little as $1.99 for Cash Outs up to $24. But EarnIn has hiked these fees multiple times, and now charges $4.99 for Cash Outs up to $75 and $6.99 for those over $75. According to the Colorado complaint, EarnIn leverages “dark patterns” to manipulate users and to make it more difficult to avoid tipping. Examples of these “road blocks” highlighted in the complaint include: As of 2023, in the EarnIn app, a consumer attempting to get a loan under the default settings had to make at least eighteen separate taps to complete the transaction and reduce the tip to $0. There is an alternative method to leave a $0 tip, via the “Custom tip” feature, but EarnIn made this option difficult to access by visually deemphasizing it and positioning it near devices’ “home” button. Using language and imagery such as “Tip to pay it forward,” “Your generosity supports the service + helps,” “Your tips make a difference,” and “[t]he APR for this cash out is 0%. Your tips help support us.” While Lightning Speed and tipping are, in theory, both optional, in practice, users nearly always ended up paying something. According to the Colorado suit, users were charged either a tip or an expedite fee for more than 92% of transactions, with an average APR of nearly 388%. And, although the advances are “non-recourse,” EarnIn successfully collects on nearly all transactions — 99.18%, according to the complaint, which, Colorado argues, “demonstrat[es] that EarnIn’s advances function as high cost loans, not voluntary payments.” The share of EarnIn users incurring fees — despite the product being marketed as 0% APR — is hard to reconcile with Andreessen investor Rampell’s favorable description of EarnIn vs. “opaque systems and steep fees” associated with payday loans, which, Rampell says, can be “extremely difficult” for borrowers to extricate themselves from. According to Colorado’s suit, EarnIn’s Cash Out product “trapped many consumers in extreme cycles of high-cost reborrowing.” The suit gives an example of one consumer in the state, who took out a whopping 1,151 loans, paying a total of $4,038.50 in Lightning Speed expedited funding fees on loans that averaged the equivalent of 1,421% APR. Another Colorado user, the suit says, took out 1,033 loans, paying $8,561.22 in tips and fees at an average APR of 1,539% . These types of usage patterns demonstrate “the severe and repeated financial harm caused by EarnIn’s illegal lending model,” the Colorado complaint argues. In aggregate, from January 2023 through July 2025, EarnIn extended 3.1 million loans to 56,778 users in Colorado — an average of nearly 55 transactions per person during the time period. EarnIn lent more than $300 million and collected more than $16 million from Colorado users in Lightning Speed fees and in tips. Ultimately, the Colorado complaint argues that “EarnIn’s Cash Outs are loans under Colorado law, and EarnIn’s contention that its product is not a loan based on its disclaimer of any legal repayment obligation lacks any real-world significance given how the Cash Out transactions actually operate in practice.” Colorado further argues that “EarnIn was not working with companies here in providing consumers with funds but acted as a third-party lender and charged illegally high rates, used deceptive design strategies to extract some charges, and trapped consumers in repeat borrowing. Colorado will continue to stand up for consumers and hold companies accountable when they violate our credit laws or attempt to evade them through misleading practices.” Colorado’s suit alleges EarnIn assesses finance charge in excess of that permitted by Colorado law, that EarnIn failed to make legally required disclosures to Colorado borrowers, that EarnIn made supervised loans to consumers without obtaining the requisite license, that EarnIn violated the state’s Deferred Deposit Loan Act, that EarnIn engage in unfair and deceptive trade practices, and that EarnIn made false or misleading statements concerning price. The suit seeks a court order enjoining EarnIn from violating relevant Colorado laws, for EarnIn to refund amounts charged in excess of state law, fees, costs, and penalties, and other relief the court deems to be just. 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Learn more about sponsor opportunities or request a media kit by dropping me an email. Q2 Quarterly Banking Profile: Five Quick Takeaways The FDIC released its quarterly banking profile, which is always worth a read, for the second quarter. The profile provides an aggregate snapshot about the overall health of the 4,238 institutions whose deposits are insured by the FDIC, who, collectively, hold more than $26 trillion in assets and saw a total net income of more than $90 billion in the second quarter. Net income was up 12% vs. Q1 2026, with lower provisions and realized gains on securities helping to drive the improvement, somewhat offset by increases in non-interest expense and applicable income taxes. Overall net interest margin was basically flat quarter over quarter (up 1 basis point vs. Q1 2026), though community banks saw NIM grow by 10 basis points, to 3.81%. Unsurprisingly, given that interest rates haven’t changed, unrealized losses on securities changed little, edging up slightly to $326.7 billion vs. $325.1 billion in Q1 2026. Aggregate credit quality has remained benign, with asset quality actually improving slightly in Q2. Overall, institutions reported a 9 basis point decline in their past-due and non-accrual rate, to 1.44%. Net charge off rate also declined by 2 basis points, to 0.57%. And finally, the FDIC’s deposit insurance fund stands at $161.1 billion, making the DIF reserve ratio 1.48% — above the statutory minimum of 1.35%, but still below the designated target reserve ratio of 2%. [Paid Subscriber Exclusive] Nissan Withdraws ILC App, State Associations Plan BankChain Alliance, FDIC Defines “Unsafe or Unsound Practice” For First Time Automaker Nissan withdrew its application to charter a Utah industrial loan company and its corresponding application to the FDIC for deposit insurance last week, on August 19th. Nissan’s application had been outstanding for more than a year, as it originally applied in June 2025. Recent applications to the OCC to form national banks have been decisioned, one way or the other, substantially more quickly than has historically been the case.
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