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Block

Technology company serving consumers, businesses, and creators

block.xyz

Headquarters: Oakland, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 10,000+
Industry: Financial Technology (Fintech)

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Latest news about Block

In short: Block reported strong Q2 2026 growth, raised its profit forecast, and accelerated its shift toward an AI-driven operating model.

Company announcements

September 8 Block

Block applies for national trust bank charter

The application with the OCC seeks to establish Builders Bank & Trust, N.A., which would provide custody and fiduciary services for bitcoin and stablecoins under federal regulation.

September 1 Block

Block releases its 2025 sustainability report covering emissions and partnerships

The document outlines a total carbon footprint of nearly 594,000 metric tonnes and highlights collaborations like the Oceanworks plastic recovery initiative.

August 25 Block

Block expands its Neighborhoods local commerce network with 30,000 new sellers

Integrated Square and Cash App tools reward customers with Local Cash on purchases, driving repeat visits and supporting over $1 billion in annualized gross payment volume.

August 18 Block

Block releases Berd open source AI agent desktop app

The tool unifies multiple AI agents into one interface with visual characters, offering consistent workflows and customization.

Media coverage

September 16 The Cullman Times

...Sued for Securities Law Violations; Investors Should Contact Block & Leviton To Learn How They Might Recover Their Losses...

BOSTON, Sept. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Block & Leviton announces that a securities fraud lawsuit...

September 8 Yahoo Finance

Block Wants to Stop Acting Like a Giant Wallet and Start Acting Like a Bank

The Wallet That Wants to Become a Bank On September 8, 2026, Block, Inc. filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the...

September 7 Seeking Alpha

Block: Banking Actives Build, While Merchant GPV Rises

AI-driven efficiency, strong Square merchant growth, and raised full-year guidance fuel upside amid uncertainty.

September 6 Seeking Alpha

Block: The 40% AI Restructuring Is Paying Off Ahead Of Schedule

Block (XYZ) is firing on all cylinders. Following a now-famous workforce reduction earlier in the year, the company has delivered on accelerating top line growth...

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