What happened to Russell Simmons debit card?
Emma Miller
Updated on January 25, 2026
RushCard parent UniRush, founded by hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, announced this week that it is being sold to prepaid card company GreenDot for $147 million. The RushCard fiasco generated nearly 1,000 consumer complaints to the CFPB.
How do I get a prepaid bank card?
You can buy a prepaid debit card from a retailer, bank, credit card company or other financial services provider. When you purchase one, your card funds are usually part of an account held by a bank or credit union. Prepaid card companies usually offer several ways to load funds onto a card.
What happened to the RushCard?
RushCard, the prepaid debit card company founded by hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons, is being bought by rival Green Dot for $147 million. Green Dot said Monday it will buy UniRush, the parent company of RushCard as well as the Rapid! payroll debit card.
How much is a RushCard?
How much does RushCard Prepaid Visa cost?
| Pay-As-You-Go | Rush Unlimited | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | $0 | $7.95 $5.95 with direct deposits |
| Per purchase fee | $1 | $0 |
| Foreign per purchase fee | $2 | $0 |
| Foreign transaction fee | 3% | 3% |
What is the difference between a prepaid card and a debit card?
Prepaid cards and debit cards are both widely accepted at merchants worldwide, but one is preloaded and the other is not. Debit cards are linked to a checking account, while prepaid cards aren’t and instead require you to load money onto the card.
Can you transfer money from RushCard to bank account?
You can transfer funds to your RushCard from your checking or savings account by ACH electronic money transfer.
How to get a Simmons Bank contactless card?
Your contactless Simmons Visa card has the same protection as a chip card, so it’s also a secure way to pay. 4 To request your contactless card today, call 1-866-246-2400 or visit a branch. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
How old do you have to be to deposit money at Simmons Bank?
Wireless carrier fees may apply. Mobile deposit is available to Simmons Bank online and mobile banking customers who are at least 18 years of age and have the most recent Simmons Bank App for iPhone, iPad, or Android. 4 Contactless payment currently applies only to Simmons Visa debit and credit cards.
Can you pay with a Simmons Visa debit card?
You can now tap to pay for fast, easy and secure checkout using your contactless Simmons Visa debit card. Your contactless Simmons Visa card has the same protection as a chip card, so it’s also a secure way to pay. 4
How to contact Simmons Bank for fraud alerts?
For Fraud Alerts support, call 1-866-795-9410. By giving us your mobile number, you agree that Fraud Alerts text messaging is authorized to notify you of suspected incidents of financial or identity fraud.
