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July 5, 2026

Santander to acquire Webster Bank

America February 4, 2026

Santander to Acquire Webster Bank in $12.2 Billion U.S. Expansion

Banco Santander said it has agreed to acquire Webster Financial Corp., the parent company of Webster Bank, N.A., in a…

By Rachel Moore

PNC To Acquire FirstBank

America September 8, 2025

PNC To Acquire FirstBank in $4.1B Deal

PNC Financial Services Group Inc. announced Monday it will acquire FirstBank Holding Co. in a $4.1 billion deal that will…

By Rihem Akkouche

Stone Point $11.5B Fund

America July 14, 2025

Stone Point Closes Record $11.5B Trident X Fund

Stone Point Capital LLC, the private equity powerhouse known for its deep play in financial services, announced Monday it has…

By Rihem Akkouche

TD Bank To Sell Schwab Stake

America February 11, 2025

TD Bank to offload $14bn Charles Schwab stake

TD Bank Group unveiled Tuesday the full details of its $13.1 billion divestiture from financial powerhouse Charles Schwab Corp., marking…

By Rihem Akkouche

CFPB

America December 5, 2024

Debt Relief Company Agrees to Cease Operations and Pay Penalties Over Upfront Fees

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) informed a California federal court that a debt relief services company and its owner…

By Rochdi Rais

Ether cryptocurrency by Nick Chong

America December 5, 2024

State Regulators Will Continue to Shape U.S. Crypto Landscape Amid Federal Progress

The outcome of the U.S. elections has sparked optimism within the cryptocurrency sector, with hopes for a crypto-friendly president and…

By Rochdi Rais

Bridgepoint to acquire Alpha FMC

America June 20, 2024

Bridgepoint to Acquire Alpha FMC For £626M

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting Ltd. announced Thursday that Bridgepoint Advisers, through a controlled company, is considering a £578 million ($734…

By Rihem Akkouche

Microsoft Argues Lack of Demonstrated Harm in Expansive AI Lawsuit by Plaintiffs

America June 7, 2024

Treasury Launches Inquiry into AI in Financial Services Amid Stability Concerns

The U.S. Department of the Treasury on Thursday initiated an inquiry into the integration of artificial intelligence in financial services.…

By Rochdi Rais

Aquiline Secures More Than $3.4B Across 2 New Funds

America June 6, 2024

Aquiline Secures More Than $3.4B Across 2 New Funds

Financial services-focused private investment firm Aquiline Capital Partners LP announced Thursday that it has garnered over $3.4 billion in capital…

By Rihem Akkouche

$325K FINRA Allegations settlement

America May 31, 2024

Thrivent Investment Management Inc. Settles FINRA Allegations for $325K

Minneapolis, MN – Financial services company Thrivent Investment Management Inc. has agreed to pay $325,000 to resolve allegations by the…

By Rochdi Rais

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Mounted units are commonly used during large public gatherings because horses provide officers with greater visibility and can help move crowds while minimizing the need for more forceful crowd-control tactics. Looting Reported During the Unrest Video circulating online appeared to show the aftermath of reported looting at a Pavilions grocery store in Newport Beach. Merchandise was scattered throughout the parking lot, while groups of people remained outside the business after the incident. Some individuals were seen standing nearby, laughing and recording the aftermath on their phones. Authorities have not publicly announced how many people may have participated in the reported looting or whether arrests related to the incident have been made. Officials also indicated that many individuals involved in the disturbances did not appear to be local residents, though investigators continue reviewing evidence and surveillance footage. Fireworks Lead to Injuries and Fires Elsewhere across Southern California, emergency crews responded to multiple incidents involving illegal or improperly handled fireworks. In Chino, several people were injured after fireworks reportedly exploded close to the ground rather than launching safely into the air. Emergency responders treated multiple victims at the scene before transporting some to local hospitals. Around Los Angeles, firefighters spent much of Saturday night battling separate fires that broke out in different neighborhoods. More than 60 firefighters responded to a commercial building fire in the Harbor Gateway area after flames erupted shortly before 10 p.m. A second blaze ignited in Mission Hills, where several cypress trees caught fire before flames spread to two nearby vehicles. Firefighters successfully prevented the fire from reaching surrounding homes, and no injuries were reported. 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