By Banking Dive Staff | Published September 22, 2026 In a significant development for the central Florida financial landscape, Portrait Bank officially opened its doors this past Saturday in Winter Park. The launch marks a historic milestone for the region: it is the first de novo—a newly chartered bank—to emerge in central Florida in nearly…
WASHINGTON — In the rapidly evolving landscape of state taxation, Utah, Maryland, and Illinois have long stood out as pioneers—or, depending on who you ask, outliers. Geographically, culturally, and economically diverse, these three states shared a distinct policy distinction: they were the first jurisdictions in the nation to enact targeted taxes on digital advertising. However,…
When Starlux Airlines burst onto the scene, it did so with the ambition of a carrier aiming to redefine luxury aviation. Under the guidance of founder and aviation enthusiast Captain K.W. Chang, the airline has marketed itself as a premium, design-forward boutique carrier. Following a highly acclaimed experience in their Airbus A350 First Class cabin…
By Tax Policy Desk Analysis Published in collaboration with policy research updates Main Facts The landscape of state-level digital taxation is facing an existential crisis following a landmark court ruling in Maryland that struck down the nation’s first digital advertising tax. While Utah, Maryland, and Illinois share little in common regarding their geographic locations, political…
