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EP #532 How This Founder Raised Over $900K with Crowdfunding | Arro Finance

EP #532 How This Founder Raised Over $900K with Crowdfunding | Arro Finance

What if your credit score reflected your potential, not your past? That’s the radical idea behind Arro, a behavior-based credit platform that’s turning heads with its mission-first approach. In this episode of the Crowdfunding Demystified podcast, host Salvador Briggman speaks with Ryan Duitch, founder and CEO of Arro Finance, who has raised over $900,000 on WeFunder for his innovative fintech startup. Arro Finance helps underserved and first-time borrowers build credit using a behavior-based system powered by AI, gamification, and real financial education. Ryan shares: Why he left a cushy finance job to start a mission-driven company The key to Arro’s early traction with over 15,000 customers Why he turned to equity crowdfunding (and how he kept the raise private at first) The power of behavioral underwriting and how it might reshape the financial world If […]


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1 year ago
Why investors shouldn’t try to be a 'hero' in this economy, analyst says

Why investors shouldn’t try to be a 'hero' in this economy, analyst says

Markets may be jittery if economic data shows weakness in coming months — and that could spell trouble for investors.

1 year ago
Do Kwon Pleas Guilty as Bitcoin Nears Record High

Do Kwon Pleas Guilty as Bitcoin Nears Record High

Terra | Aug 13, 2025 Terraform Labs Founder Admits to Fraud While Bitcoin at Historic High, Offering Lessons for Innovators On August 12, 2025, Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal court to fraud charges connected to the $40 billion collapse of TerraUSD in 2022. The plea includes forfeiting more than


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1 year ago
Crypto exchange Bullish prices IPO at $37 per share, above expected range, ahead of NYSE debut

Crypto exchange Bullish prices IPO at $37 per share, above expected range, ahead of NYSE debut

Crypto exchange Bullish priced its IPO at $37 per share, above its expected range, giving it a market value of over $5 billion.

1 year ago
CIRO Proposal Could Expand DIY Investor Education Tools

CIRO Proposal Could Expand DIY Investor Education Tools

Regulatory Consultation | Aug 13, 2025 CIRO Proposes Changes for Order Execution Only (OEO) Dealer Rules On August 12, 2025, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) announced proposed changes for consultation to update rules for Order Execution Only (OEO) dealers, which are digital-first platforms, such as Questrade, Wealthsimple Trade, MogoTrade, or RBC Direct Investing.  The


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1 year ago
Older student loan borrowers face high delinquency rates as Trump administration ramps up collections

Older student loan borrowers face high delinquency rates as Trump administration ramps up collections

There's still time for older student loan borrowers who are behind on their bills to avoid default, and garnishment of their retirement benefits and wages.

1 year ago
Ottawa Issues New Guidance for Biometric Privacy in Canada

Ottawa Issues New Guidance for Biometric Privacy in Canada

Biometric Guidance | Aug 13, 2025 Canada Updates Privacy Rules for Federal Institutions and Businesses Using Biometrics On August 11, 2025, the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) released final guidance on handling biometric information such as facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, and voice identification. how federal institutions and businesses must handle biometric information such as facial


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1 year ago
Nearly 1 in 5 older student loan borrowers are seriously delinquent as Trump steps up collections

Nearly 1 in 5 older student loan borrowers are seriously delinquent as Trump steps up collections

There's still time for older student loan borrowers who are behind on their bills to avoid default, and garnishment of their retirement benefits and wages.

1 year ago
FCA Outlines Governance for Open Banking Standards Body

FCA Outlines Governance for Open Banking Standards Body

Open Banking | Aug 13, 2025 FCA Releases Governance Plan for UK’s new Industry-led Open Banking Standards Body On August 8, 2025, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its FS25/4 feedback statement outlining the governance framework for a new Future Entity to oversee the open banking standards in the UK. The plan details how


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1 year ago
'Groundbreaking': Las Vegas Sphere says it's sold 120,000 tickets for 'Wizard of Oz' screenings

'Groundbreaking': Las Vegas Sphere says it's sold 120,000 tickets for 'Wizard of Oz' screenings

The company said it expects ticket sales to hit 200,000 by the time of the first screening.

1 year ago
These are smart moves for required withdrawals in retirement when you don’t need the money

These are smart moves for required withdrawals in retirement when you don’t need the money

Some retirees need to take required withdrawals from retirement accounts by year-end. Here are some options when you don't need the money.

1 year ago
Bad credit triggers a 'subprime tax,' Bankrate says — over decades, it can cost borrowers $100,000

Bad credit triggers a 'subprime tax,' Bankrate says — over decades, it can cost borrowers $100,000

A credit score of 620 and below can cost Americans roughly $3,400 annually in interest and high premiums, a report found. Here's how to improve your credit.

1 year ago
Here’s the inflation breakdown for July 2025 — in one chart

Here’s the inflation breakdown for July 2025 — in one chart

The consumer price index rose 2.7% in July on an annual basis. There's some evidence tariffs are putting upward pressure on inflation, economists said.

1 year ago
This year’s top 10 colleges for financial aid, according to The Princeton Review

This year’s top 10 colleges for financial aid, according to The Princeton Review

The Princeton Review ranked colleges by how generous their financial aid awards are and how satisfied students are with their packages.

1 year ago
'Groundbreaking': Las Vegas Sphere sells 120,000 tickets for 'Wizard of Oz' screenings

'Groundbreaking': Las Vegas Sphere sells 120,000 tickets for 'Wizard of Oz' screenings

The company expects ticket sales to hit 200,000 by the time of the first screening.

1 year ago