News & Events

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Press Releases

An archive of Sila press releases.

Sila and GBank Announce Successful API Integration, Modernizing GBank's Technology Stack for ACH, RTP, and FedNow Transactions
February 26, 2025

Sila and GBank Announce Successful API Integration, Modernizing GBank's Technology Stack for ACH, RTP, and FedNow Transactions

Sila and GBank have successfully completed a major API integration, modernizing GBank's payment infrastructure by replacing legacy flat-file systems with API-driven solutions for ACH and Real-Time Payments (RTP). This partnership enables fintech companies to access faster, more secure transactions while ensuring compliance with evolving industry standards. With this integration, GBank is now positioned as a leader in digital banking transformation, offering real-time payment capabilities to its fintech partners. The collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to innovation, enhancing financial services through scalable and efficient payment processing solutions.

Sila in the News

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Beyond Two Percent: The Male Perspective
April 7, 2023

Beyond Two Percent: The Male Perspective

"I feel like it's almost as if at least some humans have this, this need to create in groups and out groups, and say, I'm part of this elite group, and we are better than you." Shamir Karkal, Sila

DeFi: a pathway forward

DeFi: a pathway forward

Alex Lipton, co-founder of Sila, and Lewis Cohen, co-founder of DLx Law, write about the promise of Decentralized Finance and how it intersects with traditional finance.

Sila Founder Shamir Karkal on fintech growth and raising a $13M round

Sila Founder Shamir Karkal on fintech growth and raising a $13M round

Shamir Karkal is sharing an update on Sila's recent funding round, and on how the business has been growing over the last year. Despite (or in some way thanks to) COVID.

19 crypto and blockchain-focused lawyers who are inking deals, fighting lawsuits, and navigating fast-evolving regulations

19 crypto and blockchain-focused lawyers who are inking deals, fighting lawsuits, and navigating fast-evolving regulations

Business Insider profiles the top 19 crypto and blockchain-focused lawyers. We are proud to say that DLx Law, a firm co-founded by our co-founder Angela Angelovska-Wilson is the first one mentioned.

Sila Customers Making Headlines

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How This Startup Proves NFTs Can Solve Fundamental Problems In Finance
September 17, 2021

How This Startup Proves NFTs Can Solve Fundamental Problems In Finance

Fabrica has done what many have wanted to do for years, but largely failed to do. They have put real estate on the blockchain. Putting something “on the blockchain” via an NFT is not an end in itself. What is more important is that Fabrica solves a real problem—lowering the costs and increasing the speed of transacting in the real estate market.

Charlie Finance is Joining Chime

Charlie Finance is Joining Chime

We’re excited to announce that the Charlie Finance team is joining Chime! This talented group, whose mission is aligned with Chime’s, will continue working on new and better ways to provide people more control over their financial lives.