Fiserv names Georgakopoulos CEO after Lyons exit
Fintech Fiserv named Takis Georgakopoulos CEO following the exit of Mike Lyons for Truist, while also reaffirming its 2026 outlook.
NJ BASE launches soft landing ecosystem in Jersey City
NJEDA and SOSA launched NJ BASE in Jersey City, a soft-landing ecosystem helping international companies expand into the U.S. market through New Jersey.
Paperclip names new CEO, chief product officer
Hackensack-based Paperclip appoints Ron Alexander CEO and Amy Jeffryes as its first chief product officer to support AI and fintech growth.
Valley Bank reports record earnings, adds senior leaders
An expanding senior leadership team, top CRA rating as well as investments in AI, innovation and New Jersey communities are building momentum for the Morristown-based financial institution in the new year.
NJ FAST graduates 3rd fintech, AI startup cohort in Hoboken (updated)
The latest group of 13 to clear the program at Stevens Institute raised $80 million along with working to advance New Jersey’s innovation economy.
Cornerstone lands $1B financing deal with Fortress
The Summit company will use the funding to expand CHEIFS, its home equity solution that helps homeowners access liquidity for financial planning.
9 NJ tech companies rank on Deloitte fastest-growing list
These Garden State-based businesses highlight rapid revenue growth in software, fintech and life sciences on this year's iteration.
TranscendAP secures funding to expand AI-powered platform
The backing from Rittenhouse Ventures and Tech Council Ventures will help the Hamilton-based company expand its accounts payable automation software.
NJEDA selects SOSA to lead NJ BASE in Jersey City
The New Jersey Business Acceleration and Softlanding Ecosystem is a landing pad designed to help international tech firms expand and invest in the Garden State.
Sightline, Cross River launch debit solution for gaming
Sightline Debit is a first-of-its-kind offering to cut payment costs and streamline wagering.
Presenting the 2025 NJBIZ Finance Power List
The honorees in this compilation have demonstrated exceptional abilities in a wide array of financial services – from auditing and tax to investment banking to finance-related IT assistance.
Cross River launches real-time inbound payment tool
The development aims to streamline pay-ins, reduce friction and enhance instant funding across the RTP network. The feature will be first implemented by Plaid.

















