Tearsheet

Tearsheet is a top-notch contemporary media outlet that is essential reading for influencers passionate about the future of finance. Located in New York City, Tearsheet excels at spotting and examining both current and emerging trends. Its content covers everything from up-and-coming startups securing funding to the digital strategies of major financial institutions and investment firms. Originally founded as Tradestreaming in 2007, Tearsheet has been closely involved in the growth of the global fintech sector. In 2016, Digiday Media acquired the publication, and it was relaunched. By 2017, Tearsheet adopted its current name.

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"Taking the hardest path in payments": How Adyen's new AI platform boosts conversion while reducing fraud

1 week ago | tearsheet.co | Zack Miller

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the financial landscape, creating new opportunities for innovation while reshaping consumer expectations around speed, personalization, and security. As financial institutions and businesses race to integrate AI capabilities, we’re witnessing a fundamental shift in how payments are processed, how fraud is detected, and how financial services are delivered.
With chargeback volume set to hit 324 million in 2028, merchants and issuers need to find a way to protect their bottom line

1 week ago | tearsheet.co | Rabab Ahsan

The ubiquity of digital payments is contributing to a surge in chargebacks. The global volume of chargebacks is expected to increase to 324 million in 2028, according to recent data from Datos Insights in partnership with Mastercard. A significant chunk of the expected increase in chargebacks will occur in North America, with the expected volume of chargebacks reaching 132.9 million in 2028 from 114.4 million in 2025.
Banks tackle the growing issue of investment banking burnout — But is it actually working? - Tearsheet

1 week ago | tearsheet.co | Sara Khairi

In the high-stakes world of finance, where metrics move and profits respond, it’s easy to forget that behind every ledger lies a legion of employees. The financial sector isn’t exactly renowned for its leisurely pace. Historically, junior investment banking jobs have been synonymous with grueling hours, often eclipsing the 100-hour mark in a week, worn like badges of honor.
Why Buy Now, Pay Later Is Growing w/ Zip CEO Joe Heck

2 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Zack Miller

Joe Heck, CEO of Zip, joins me on the Tearsheet Podcast to discuss the evolution of alternative payment solutions in the US. Zip is a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) company. Joe shares lessons from his 20 years of experience in consumer lending and fintech payment solutions. Heck brings insights from his previous leadership roles at Happy Money and TrueStage. Heck’s background plays a role in his approach to financial services.
A deep dive into how Amex’s new Frontier Research Team is using AI and ML to build better modeling solutions

2 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Sara Khairi

AI has found one of its strongest footholds in financial services through payments – and payments firms are beginning to lean in hard. American Express (Amex) is one of the legacy payments players tapping into machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve how it handles risk and credit decisions. The company is also actively exploring the tech’s potential, with a newly created team focused on uncovering new AI/ML use cases.
How Citi is enabling banks to drive growth and remain competitive in a 24/7 world

2 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Zack Miller

Fintechs have pushed the industry to focus on client experiences, and our show today digs into how traditional banks can collaborate with global banks like Citi to improve experiences like cross border payments for their clients.
How Credit Unions are empowering their lending and marketing teams with Gen AI

2 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Rabab Ahsan

Gen AI can prove to be a powerful tool for institutions that struggle to keep up with larger institutions but don’t possess the resources, and time to match their throughput. Today’s micro case studies dive into how two CUs are improving their lending decision making and marketing efforts through incorporating Gen AI tools in their workflows.
BNPL players turn up the heat: Affirm and Klarna compete for banks, growth, and market leadership

2 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Sara Khairi

The buy now, pay later (BNPL) race has shifted into a new phase. BNPL providers, Affirm and Klarna, initially grew by integrating into e-commerce checkouts, and are now contending for partnerships with major banks. This is also a sign that financial institutions are warming up to the idea of installment-based lending.
Meeting customers where they are: Leadership insights from Self Financial's mission-driven growth strategy

3 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Zack Miller

In the challenging landscape of financial inclusion, Self Financial stands out helping underserved Americans build credit and access financial services. This case study examines CEO Julie Szudarek’s leadership approach since taking the helm just over a year ago. With millions of Americans struggling due to limited credit history or damaged credit, Szudarek has implemented a strategic vision that balances business growth with genuine customer impact.
The Future of Finance: Insights from Fintech Meetup and HumanX 2025

3 weeks ago | tearsheet.co | Aaron Singer

Tearsheet recently attended two major industry events – Fintech Meetup and HumanX – where we had the opportunity to speak with executives from innovative companies in financial services and technology. From AI-powered automation to enhanced customer experiences and strategic marketing approaches, these conversations revealed the technologies and strategies shaping the industry’s future. Here’s what we learned from the leaders who are driving financial services innovation forward.