WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is preparing to break bread once again with his most dedicated digital asset backers. Just weeks after a bitter partisan battle over his personal cryptocurrency interests helped torpedo the digital asset industry’s top legislative priority on Capitol Hill, the official account for the TRUMP meme coin announced that top tokenholders…
NEW YORK — JPMorgan Chase, the world’s largest financial institution by market capitalization, has announced a significant transition within its C-suite. Mark O’Donovan, a seasoned executive with three decades of tenure at the firm, has been tapped to succeed Robin Leopold as the head of Human Resources. The transition, set to take effect in January…
In a series of sweeping announcements that signal a transformative era for the loyalty landscape, Atmos Rewards has unveiled an ambitious roadmap for 2027. The program, already a favorite among frequent flyers for its high-value partner redemptions, is poised to significantly broaden its accessibility. By integrating new transferable points currencies—most notably a brand-new initiative from…
The landscape of transatlantic and intercontinental aviation is set for a significant transformation in late 2026. Iceland, a nation that has long enjoyed a surge in global popularity, is finally seeing a shift in its premium connectivity. Air China, the flag carrier of the People’s Republic of China, has officially announced that it will commence…
In a significant move that underscores the growing geopolitical and economic ambitions of Central Asia, Air Astana—the flag carrier of Kazakhstan—has formally initiated the regulatory process to launch nonstop commercial flights to the United States. The proposal, submitted to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), represents a major milestone for the airline and a broader…
SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. — In a move that significantly bolsters its presence in the competitive Southeastern financial corridor, First Bancorp (Nasdaq: FBNC), the parent company of Southern Pines-based First Bank, has officially entered into a definitive agreement to acquire First Carolina Bancshares Corporation. The Florence, South Carolina-based target is the parent company of Carolina Bank…
After nearly two decades at the helm of One Mile at a Time (OMAAT), founder Ben Schlappig is preparing to steer the influential travel blog into a new era. In a candid announcement this week, Schlappig outlined a series of upcoming initiatives designed to reinvigorate the reader experience, move away from the "stale" trends of…
By PYMNTS | July 3, 2026 In a significant move reflecting the broader transformation of the financial services sector, U.K.-based digital lender Starling Bank announced on Friday (July 3) that it will reduce its workforce by approximately 130 positions. The decision, which represents roughly 3% of the neobank’s 4,000-strong staff, is part of a wider…
