Top Fintech News Stories for January 7, 2021

Here are the top news stories from our daily newsletter today:

• N26 scoops Brazilian banking licence to take on Nubank – AliFi
• Get Your Tickets to LendIt Fintech USA 2021 – LendIt Fintech News
• No, bitcoin is not “the ninth-most-valuable asset in the world – Financial Times
• Inside Amex’s data-driven effort to personalize customer service – American Banker
• David Blumberg talks fintech, remote work and his move to Miami – FinLedger
• IRS blesses tax breaks on forgiven PPP loans after law change – American Banker
• China’s fintech platforms face increased scrutiny amid broader regulatory efforts to rein in financial risks – South China Morning Post
• It’s complaint season, and the OCC is a common target – Banking Dive
• $239 Million was Raised using Reg CF During 2020, this Amount Could Double in 2021 – Crowdfund Insider