Affirm Asks CFPB to Consider Tailored Buy Now, Pay Later Rules

With the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) winding down its commentary period for potential buy now, pay later regulations, Affirm Friday (July 26) submitted a detailed response advocating for adjustments that it says will better accommodate the unique aspects of BNPL products.The CFPB’s proposed Interpretive Rule under the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and Regulation Z aims to extend consumer protection measures similar to those for traditional credit cards. While Affirm’s filing supports the CFPB’ ...