Mon.Nov 13, 2023

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Defend your bottom line with guaranteed fraud protection

Payments Dive

The holiday season is often a one-two punch of activity for online retailers: First comes the spike in purchases… and then comes the inevitable returns.

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The Power Of Three – Using Our Updated Loan Proposal Generator

South State Correspondent

Our article last week ( HERE ) discussed the “power of three” marketing rule and how to use it for loan proposals. The rule states that human brains make better decisions when given a small selection of appropriate options but not too many to become confused. One or two options are usually insufficient, and five or more options are too many, but successful banks present three (sometimes four options) that reflect what the lender understands as the borrower’s goals in financing

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EU digital identity wallet to stir paytech market

Payments Dive

The EU would require big tech companies, like Apple and Google, to offer their customers payment services through the new digital identity wallet if the regulation is approved.

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A risk-based, time-saving approach to annual loan review

Abrigo

Streamline your annual review process Which loans need them, what processes to avoid, and how to save time working with borrowers' complex credit needs. Read the 2023 Loan Review Survey results for expert analyses of emerging trends WATCH WEBINAR Takeaway 1 Annual loan review is separate from covenant testing and underwriting, but many banks conflate these processes.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Sociable: Meta inks deal with Amazon to facilitate Facebook, Instagram shopping

Payments Dive

The new deal will enable Amazon merchants to connect with Facebook and Instagram users.

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BNPL companies face grim outlook, Moody’s says

Payments Dive

Fierce competition, persistent losses and regulatory constraints are likely to push some players out of the buy now, pay later market, Moody’s predicted.

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Nevada federal district court stays CFPB action to enforce civil investigative demand pending SCOTUS decision in CFSA case

CFPB Monitor

A Nevada federal district court has stayed an action filed by the CFPB to enforce a civil investigative demand (CID) issued to a small-dollar lender pending the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Community Financial Services Association of America Ltd. v. CFPB. The issue in CFSA v. CFPB is whether the CFPB’s funding mechanism violates the Appropriations Clause of the U.S.

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Capital One seeks dismissal of lawsuit brought by disgruntled savers

American Banker

The bank was recently sued by customers who say they were misled into thinking that their savings accounts were earning competitive rates. Capital One responded with a series of arguments for why the case should be thrown out.

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CFPB removes changes regarding discrimination as an unfair practice from UDAAP exam manual but appeals from district court order vacating changes

CFPB Monitor

In September 2023, the CFPB updated its UDAAP Examination Manual to remove the changes it made in March 2022 which provided that unfair acts or practices encompassed discriminatory conduct, even in circumstances to which federal fair lending laws, such as the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, did not apply. It has been suggested that this update means the CFPB has retreated from its position that discriminatory conduct can be the basis of a UDAAP violation. .

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Digital Transformation: Accelerating ROI and Growth in Commercial Lending

Now is the time for lenders to prioritize their digital transformation initiatives in preparation for the lending rebound. Rising competition and ever-increasing customer demands for speed and efficiency are forcing financial institutions to embrace digital transformation. This shift can feel overwhelming—where do you begin? This infographic illustrates automation demands and shows you how loan document automation serves as an essential step to increase profits and provide the best lending exper

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Top 20 SBA lenders for 2023

American Banker

Small Business Administration lending is an arena where community banks and nonbanks compete favorably with some of the largest U.S. financial institutions. Here are the biggest SBA 7(a) lenders based on the value of approved loans.

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The new CRA: Understanding the final rule and its impact on large, intermediate, and small banks; Ballard Spahr to hold webinar on final rule on Dec. 6

CFPB Monitor

On October 24, 2023, the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency issued a final rule amending their regulations implementing the Community Reinvestment Act (“CRA”) (the “Final Rule”). The Final Rule marks the first substantial revision to the CRA regulations in nearly thirty years. .

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SBA 7(a) loans are getting smaller

American Banker

Since the end of the Small Business Administration's 2022 fiscal year, the average loan size in its flagship program has dropped more than six figures. The addition of three new nondepository lenders could further drive down this figure.

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Xero launches new Open Banking tools

The Paypers

Xero has launched two new payment features powered by Open Banking and e-invoicing, in order to optimise the way UK-based SMEs manage their cash flow.

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The State of Automation in Financial Services 2024 Report

In this report, you’ll find a comprehensive analysis of survey responses from executives at banks, credit unions, and insurance companies concerning their organization’s current and future use of automation. The report’s key insights include: Which types of automation are saving organizations the most time and money How to overcome the biggest barriers to automation implementation and adoption Why automation investments will continue to grow over the next few years How much you could save in 202

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U.S. Bank is leaning on Elavon for BNPL reach

American Banker

The bank is adding fintech-style buy now/pay later lending to other recent payment upgrades at its merchant acquiring unit.

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How KeyBank leverages third-party vendors for AI

BankInovation

KeyBank is investing in AI throughout its operations and looking to third-party vendors for coding and compliance assistance. The $190 billion bank is investing in third-party solutions that utilize AI to transform complex code into low-code applications, Robbi Armstrong, vice president and group product manager of conversational AI at KeyBank, told Bank Automation News.

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Bank of America's $1.5 billion deal casts doubt on Texas energy 'boycott' label

American Banker

At first blush, the deal might provide evidence that the bank doesn't shun the oil and gas industry as the label suggests. In fact, Bank of America has been named by environmental groups as one of the biggest financiers of fossil fuels in the world.

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Fighting fraudulent transactions with Mastercard’s Brighterion

BankInovation

Financial institutions are using AI to mitigate fraud as fraudsters keep pace with evolving technology.

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Why Is CRE Lending Stuck in the Past? Top 3 Reasons for Digital Resistance

Commercial lending is on the verge of a resurgence, but traditional processes are an obstacle. Explore the top 3 reasons for resistance to digital transformation and how overcoming them can pave the way for growth and efficiency. Discover why embracing automation and digital solutions is crucial for success in today's competitive landscape. Discover how GoDocs helps commercial lenders in the digital era with seamless integration and a borrower-focused approach.

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Phasing out paper statements? Citi's stumble holds lessons for others.

American Banker

A recent effort by Citigroup to nudge certain customers toward digital-only statements was well intended but too punitive, observers say. The key, they argue, for banks seeking to cut costs or achieve other goals is to offer incentives to those with ingrained habits.

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Mastercard partners with Dubai Islamic Bank

The Paypers

Mastercard has collaborated with Dubai Islamic Bank in order to introduce cross-border payment services through digital channels across multiple countries globally.

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Basel endgame will drive up costs for American farmers and consumers

American Banker

For decades, farmers have relied on futures contracts to hedge their risk. The proposed new capital rules will make it more expensive for them to continue with this vital function.

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RTGS.global announces partnerships with three banks

The Paypers

Financial Market Infrastructure (FMI) for cross-border settlements RTGS.global has partnered with Alif Bank , Bank Arvand , and Universal Capital Bank to simplify cross-border payments.

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.

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CFPB, regulators boost thresholds for Truth in Lending standards by 4.5%

American Banker

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Reserve and other banking regulators rolled out their annual adjustments for the thresholds that determine whether activities are eligible for enhanced standards.

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payabl. partners with GonnaOrder

The Paypers

Paytech company payabl. has announced its partnership with GonnaOrde r to provide its payment services and launch a referral scheme for the latter’s global customers.

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Fake BlackRock fund filing triggers a brief rally in XRP cryptocurrency

American Banker

A filing for a BlackRock fund based on the cryptocurrency XRP showed up on the official Delaware website that registers investment trusts incorporated in the state. The only problem is that BlackRock wasn't the one who submitted it.

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Suits Me partners with Jumio

The Paypers

Alternative banking solution Suits Me has partnered with US-based identity proofing and compliance solutions provider Jumio to support the underbanked population in the UK.

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Top 10 Benefits of Automating Loan Modifications for Commercial Lenders

Get ready for the wave of $1.2 trillion in commercial debt maturing in the next 24 months with GoDocs' ModDocs® platform. Traditional loan modifications are slow, expensive, and prone to errors, which put lenders at risk. But with ModDocs®, you can enjoy an innovative solution that eliminates attorney fees, allows on-the-fly loan modifications, and ensures compliance.