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California Department of Business Oversight Press Releases

585 Press Releases
  • Published on August 5, 2024 - 16:55 GMT

    DFPI Awards $4 Million to Community-Based Organizations for Financial Education and Empowerment Programs

    Download this press release (PDF) SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) today announced it has awarded $4 million in CalMoneySmart grants for the 2024-2026 grant cycle. This year’s slate of 15 nonprofit …

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  • Published on August 1, 2024 - 22:00 GMT

    July Consumer Connection

    A strong password to protect your accounts is not enough to stay safe. For additional protection, the Federal Trade Commission recommends two-factor authentication. Spend a few minutes now to learn about two-factor authentication and how to enable it – and …

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  • Published on July 25, 2024 - 21:25 GMT

    7 tips for first-time homebuyers

    Buying your first home can be exciting—and stressful. Beyond the challenge of finding the right home in the right neighborhood, many financial questions are sure to arise. With advance planning—and saving—the homebuying process will be much easier.

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  • Published on July 25, 2024 - 21:25 GMT

    P2P payment scams are on the rise

    Following nationwide reports of scammers targeting Venmo users, Forbes says peer-to-peer (P2P) scams are on the rise. Peer-to-peer payments are typically done by sending money through a smartphone app. Common P2P service providers include PayPal, Venmo, …

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  • Published on July 25, 2024 - 21:25 GMT

    Thinking of starting a business?

    Step 1: Get your paperwork in order – Before opening for business, make sure you file the required legal, tax, and business licensing documents for your local area. Choose a business structure: It’s important to select the proper legal structure for your …

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  • Published on July 13, 2024 - 01:57 GMT

    May 2024 Monthly Summary of Financial Institution Pending Applications

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  • Published on July 13, 2024 - 01:06 GMT

    July 2024 Monthly Bulletin

    On July 1, the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced a consent order as part of a combined $63 million penalty against La Jolla-based Silvergate Bank, its holding company (collectively Silvergate), and certain …

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  • Published on July 10, 2024 - 23:03 GMT

    Website bluelawnassetmanagement.com and www.blassetmanagement.com are Fraudulently Posing as a California-licensed Investment ...

    The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has received information that the website bluelawnassetmanagement.com is fraudulently marketing itself as a licensed investment adviser. The imposter websites, bluelawnassetmanagement. …

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  • Published on July 10, 2024 - 17:00 GMT

    DFPI Revokes Finance Lending License of Synapse Credit LLC

    Download this press release (PDF) SACRAMENTO — The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced it has issued an order revoking the California Financing Law license of Synapse Credit LLC (Synapse Credit), a subsidiary of …

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  • Published on July 10, 2024 - 16:25 GMT

    DFPI Revokes Finance Lending License of Synapse Credit LLC

    Download this press release (PDF) SACRAMENTO — The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced it has issued an order revoking the California Financing Law license of Synapse Credit LLC (Synapse Credit), a subsidiary of …

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  • Published on July 2, 2024 - 23:07 GMT

    Patelco Credit Union Cyberattack

    The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has been made aware that Patelco Credit Union was subjected to a ransomware attack on Saturday, June 29, 2024. This cyberattack caused the credit union to shut down some of its day-to- …

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  • Published on July 1, 2024 - 21:22 GMT

    Silvergate to Pay $63 Million in Combined Penalties Following Coordinated Investigations by DFPI, Federal Partners

    Download this press release (PDF) SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced today it has entered into a consent order as part of a combined $63 million penalty against La Jolla-based Silvergate Bank, its …

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  • Published on July 1, 2024 - 20:42 GMT

    Silvergate to Pay $63 Million in Combined Penalties Following Coordinated Investigations by DFPI, Federal Partners

    Download this press release (PDF) SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced today it has entered into a consent order as part of a combined $63 million penalty against La Jolla-based Silvergate Bank, its …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

    June Consumer Connection

    During Pride Month, we celebrate the extraordinary courage and contributions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) communities. Learn about the great work some of our community partners are doing with LGBTQ+ communities across …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 01:13 GMT

    Advancing equality for the LGBTQ+ community

    The San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center (SF LGBT Center) is the only organization serving the full spectrum of San Francisco’s LGBTQ+ communities. Its mission is to connect its diverse community to opportunities, resources, and …

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  • Published on June 28, 2024 - 01:13 GMT

    6 steps to investing wisely

    Step 1: Determine financial priorities – Housing, living expenses, emergency savings, and paying off high-interest debt should take priority. Invest only with leftover funds after these obligations are met. Step 2: Set investment goals – Long-term …

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  • Published on June 20, 2024 - 21:50 GMT

    April 2024 Monthly Summary of Financial Institution Pending Applications

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  • Published on June 19, 2024 - 16:06 GMT

    Breaking Barriers, Building Wealth: Navigating Economic Mobility

    Samuel Hynes Vick As Commissioner of DFPI, I am deeply committed to advancing economic mobility, particularly for historically marginalized communities who have been locked out of wealth-building opportunities. My own heritage, rooted in the resilience of …

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  • Published on June 12, 2024 - 18:39 GMT

    June 2024 Monthly Bulletin

    The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) is conducting two important surveys for Community Banks. The DFPI encourages all state banks to participate. 2024 Annual Survey of Community Banks – The 2024 CSBS Annual Survey of Community Banks close date …

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  • Published on June 6, 2024 - 16:49 GMT

    DFPI Cautions on Apps Offering Unqualified Securities

    The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has issued desist and refrain orders for violations of California securities laws against Alluo and Star Network, which both unlawfully offered investments to the general public …

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