Department of Financial Institutions

Wisconsin Legislators Debate Crypto ‘Staking’ Investments

Should it be legal? Backers cite possible gains. Bankers warn of fraud, consumer risks.

Assembly GOP Proposes $1,000 State Match for ‘Trump Accounts’

Federal government puts $1,000 into an account for babies born after Jan. 1, 2025.

Mike White’s Shadowy Role with Summerfest

Co-manager of Summerfest’s private company can’t explain what he does.

Wisconsin’s State Building Footprint Has Shrunk by 10%

All since 2021. Should that continue? Candidates for governor weigh in.

Bipartisan Proposal Would Cap Payday Loan Interest in Wisconsin

State report found some payday lenders charge as much as 850% interest.

New Restrictions on Bitcoin ATMs in Wisconsin Aim To Limit Harm of Crypto Scams

Reports of crypto scams are up 99% since 2023.

Attorney General Kaul Sues OneMain Financial for Alleged Bait and Switch Lending Scheme Involving Hidden Add-on Products

13 States Seek Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Restitution, Penalties; Ask the Court to End the Allegedly Unlawful Conduct

Evers Administration to Celebrate Womens History Month With Cabinet Panel Series

Events in Green Bay and Milwaukee to Highlight Future of Wisconsin’s Economy, Workforce, and Thriving Communities

Wisconsins State-Chartered Credit Unions Report Sound Year-End 2025 Financial Performance

DWD and DFI Celebrate Career and Technical Education Month in Wisconsin

Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest Opens Today

Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments