SEC settles charges over SpaceX, Klarna, pre-IPO share fraud

The ‌U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday brought settled charges of fraud against Adit Ventures Management, its founder and three partners in connection with pre-IPO investments in companies including Klarna and SpaceX , the agency said in a release.

Reuters • Aug 10, 2026

Klarna Goes Live With J.P. Morgan Payments, Opening Flexible Checkout to U.S. Merchants

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Klarna, the global digital bank and flexible payments provider, today announced its first-ever integration with J.P. Morgan Payments is now live in the U.S. With this update, merchants on J.P. Morgan Payments' Commerce Platform can now offer Klarna's flexible payment options at checkout for the first time, with no integration required. Businesses across all retail categories, from apparel and travel to health and wellness, that are on the platform can now offer their.

Business Wire • Aug 6, 2026

J.P. Morgan Payments Commerce Platform Embeds Klarna for Instant Merchant Access

Merchants using J.P. Morgan Payments' Commerce Platform in the United States can now offer Klarna's flexible payment options at checkout, with no integration required.

PYMNTS • Aug 6, 2026

Apple's New Leasing Plan Just Launched -- Here's the Stock That Could Be the Biggest Winner

Apple recently launched a new leasing program in which customers make low monthly payments for the latest devices. Klarna is partnering with Apple to provide the financial infrastructure.

The Motley Fool • Jul 29, 2026

Apple launches US device leasing program with Klarna

Apple on Tuesday launched a device leasing program in the U.S. through payments firm Klarna , ​offering customers monthly plans for iPhones, Macs, ‌iPads and Apple Watches.

Reuters • Jul 28, 2026

Apple plans to lease iPhones for $17.99 a month through partnership with Klarna

Apple customers in the U.S. will soon be able to lease an iPhone for up to two years at a price starting at $17.99 per month. The program, called Upgrade, is a partnership with Klarna that will be offered at Apple's retail stores as well as its online store.

CNBC • Jul 28, 2026

Apple And Klarna Offer New IPhone Leasing Deal—Here's How It Compares To Previous Programs

The new leasing program comes as Apple continues to raise prices on consumer tech products, most recently announcing price hikes on MacBooks and iPads in June. Analysts are predicting the upcoming iPhone 18 model, which will likely be introduced in September, could be the company's priciest model yet.

Forbes • Jul 28, 2026

Apple launches ‘Upgrade' device leasing program in partnership with Klarna

Apple is introducing a new leasing program in partnership with the “buy now, pay later” service Klarna, giving eligible customers the option to pay for Apple devices through monthly installments, the tech giant announced on Tuesday. The program is available for the iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.

TechCrunch • Jul 28, 2026

Apple is now letting you lease an iPhone like a car. Here's what to know.

As Apple gears up for expected iPhone price hikes, the company is rolling out a new payment option that will let its U.S. users lease devices much in the same way they would finance a car.

Market Watch • Jul 28, 2026

Apple Launches Product Leasing Program Through Klarna

The Apple Upgrade program will allow customers to pay monthly for new products and then return, upgrade or buy the device.

WSJ • Jul 28, 2026