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DFPI

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https://dfpi.ca.gov/
Last activity: 05.11.2026
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The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is a California state agency that regulates financial services and products in California. The DFPI’s mission is to protect consumers from financial fraud and abuse while promoting innovation and economic growth.
You can find more information about the industries they regulate on their website.
If you have any complaints or concerns about financial services or products in California, you can submit a complaint to the DFPI.
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Followers
2.75K
Website visits
272.6K /mo.
Mentions
187

Overview

Location
United States, California, Sacramento
Employees
501-1000
Phone
+1 866-275-2677
Total raised
$1M
Founded date
2013

Funding Rounds 1

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Mentions in press and media 187

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Sep 29, 2026DFPI Penalizes California Franchise, The Kickin’ Crab, for Misleading Small Business EntrepreneursWhat You Need to Know: California fines franchise company for deceiving small business owners; the latest to face DFPI action after misleading investors. SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) t...
Sep 27, 2026THE OPPOSITE OF TRUMP! Governor Newsom signs bills to crack down on corruption, including meme coins by public officialsCalifornia is creating stronger accountability and standing up for consumers: ✅ Preventing any California public officials from issuing meme coins, along with preventing companies from listing any meme coin that uses the likeness or image o...
Sep 26, 2026California Seizes Nano Banc, Ending Years-Long Struggles Culminating in Significant Financial LossBank Was Subject of Multiple State and Federal Enforcement Orders What You Need to Know: California closed Nano Banc given its deteriorating financial condition. This follows years of executive mismanagement and failure to comply with Calif...
Aug 25, 2026ICYMI: DFPI Opposes Federal Proposal That Would Make Banks More Vulnerable to Collapse, Threaten Economic Well-Being of Millions of CaliforniansWhat You Need to Know: California joins other states in pushing back on federal attempts to weaken banking oversight and undercut common-sense regulations that protect against bank collapses. SACRAMENTO – In a new comment letter, the Califo...
Aug 13, 2026Utah-Based Mortgage Company Must Pay $825,000 for Failing to Protect Californians’ Personal InformationWhat You Need to Know: DFPI ordered the company to provide affected customers with free identity theft insurance in addition to the fine. SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced today t...
Jul 9, 2026DFPI Action Results in Nearly 3,000 People Receiving $7M in Restitution after California Land Investment ScamWhat You Need to Know: Watch the Mail! About 3,000 consumers will receive checks totaling more than $7 million. DFPI secures refunds for victims scammed in a land investment scheme. Nota: Este artículo también está disponible en español. 注:...
Jul 1, 2026California Crypto Law Now Live: Unlicensed Platforms Risk $100K Daily FinesBy Mark Rutherford Published: Jul 01 2026, 6:34 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jun 24, 2026Governor Newsom convenes the first meeting of California’s Tech Fraud Task Force to help strengthen consumer protectionsGovernor’s Innovation Council Tech Fraud Task Force convening in San Francisco The Tech Fraud Task Force is led by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) in collaboration with the Business, Consumer Services, and Housi...
Jun 9, 2026DFPI Secures $4 Million Penalty Against Florida Company Navitas for Lending Without a LicenseWhat You Need to Know: A Florida-based company will pay $4 million for unlicensed lending in California. Eligible borrowers who were targeted by the company will receive refunds in 90 days. SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Financia...
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FAQ about DFPI

When was DFPI founded?

DFPI was founded in 2013.

How much funding has DFPI raised?

DFPI has raised $1M in total across 1 funding round.

What has the press written about DFPI?

Parsers VC has collected 187 articles mentioning DFPI, among them “DFPI Penalizes California Franchise, The Kickin’ Crab, for Misleading Small Business Entrepreneurs” (Sep 29, 2026) and “THE OPPOSITE OF TRUMP! Governor Newsom signs bills to crack down on corruption, including meme coins by public officials” (Sep 27, 2026).

Is DFPI still active?

Yes, DFPI is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Nov 5, 2026.