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Core Unicorn Deals Rattling the Future of Financial Technology

Gonzobanker

The unicorns of core banking systems have been running wild the past few weeks, and these frothy deals signal a future shift in how executives should view the world of financial technology. Fiserv was already a part owner when in early February it acquired the remaining portion of 2016-founded cloud-based Finxact.

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The Financial Technologies SMEs Aren’t Using

PYMNTS

Only 13 percent say they’re willing to jump on the innovation bandwagon. Clearly, there’s still a long way for SMEs to go before they fully embrace FinTech – and the latest research on the topic reinforces the notion that small businesses aren’t using technology the way some may have hoped. 37 percent of SMEs in the U.K.

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OCC to hold forum on financial innovation

CFPB Monitor

In his April 2016 appearance before the Senate Banking Committee, Director Cordray made clear that FinTech companies are on the CFPB’s radar screen. On June 23, 2016, the OCC will hold a forum in Washington, D.C. on “Supporting Responsible Innovation in the Federal Banking System.” Registration is free.

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SEC to hold fintech innovation public forum

CFPB Monitor

on November 14, 2016 to discuss financial technology innovation in the financial services industry. The panels will discuss issues such as blockchain technology, automated investment advice or robo-advisors, online marketplace lending and crowdfunding, and how they may impact investors.

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Why FinTech start-ups think they can beat the banks

Chris Skinner

Really easy to work with, the company is the chosen system for many other innovative companies including Kickstarter and Apple Pay, and valued at almost $10 billion by the end of 2016. They are very different to banks and are collectively known as FinTech, financial technology start-up companies.

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Financial Conferences this Fall Showcasing New Ideas and Innovation

William Mills

Between September and October, we’ll see a host of new companies, ideas and innovation, and we’ll hear from the “experts” on those issues we need to pay attention to in 2017. The best quote I’ve heard recently is, “Anyone can lend money. Here is a list of events we will attend this year: Finovate Fall 2016. BAI Beacon 2016.

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Bankers as Buyers 2016 Report Now Available

William Mills

William Mills Agency, a premier financial public relations and marketing services company, released its 13th annual financial services industry research report, Bankers As Buyers 2016. The report also includes research and articles about what technology, solutions and services U.S. bankers will likely purchase in 2016.

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