August, 2019

article thumbnail

The best FinTech startups in Europe

Chris Skinner

I received a long and lengthy article last week from Taylor Ryan, CMO at Valuer.ai (tryan@valuer.ai). The link provides a comprehensive article on European FinTech developments. It’s so good that I am happy to share it with y’all. Enjoy. THE BEST FINTECH STARTUPS IN EUROPE Government support for the financial … The post The best FinTech startups in Europe appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

Fintech 419
article thumbnail

The ever changing challenge of payments fraud detection

Payments Dive

While data shows that credit card fraud has decreased from the standpoint of payment volume, there remains a concern in the industry that cybercriminals are using sophisticated methods of changing tactics to avoid detection and put consumer payment information at risk.

Fraud 384
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Banks push for more fintech startup collaborations, despite failures

Bank Innovation

When it comes to bank-fintech collaborations, banks are finding more failure than success. That’s according to a study by Bank Innovation and INV Fintech, a startup accelerator, released today.

Fintech 284
article thumbnail

Two Proven Secrets To Faster Bank Decisions - Part II

South State Correspondent

CRITICAL THINKING In Part I, we highlighted how having too much information about a decision often increases the confidence about the decision but usually doesn’t change the accuracy of the decision. In addition, gathering information takes time and effort, so the result is a more expensive and time-consuming decision that gives you a false sense of comfort.

278
278
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

FinCEN Steps up Efforts to Protect Against the Six Biggest Threats to the U.S. Financial System

Abrigo

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is tasked with protecting the financial system both within the United States and internationally. Financial criminals are working hard, using technology and innovation to their advantage, to stay one step ahead of FinCEN and financial institutions. At the recent NYU Law Program on Corporate Compliance and Enforcement , FinCEN Director Kenneth A.

System 264

More Trending

article thumbnail

Are these FinTech unicorns worth it?

Chris Skinner

There’s a regular itch that I feel in the back of my neck. I scratch it, but it won’t go away. The itch is an alarm call really, and it’s asking whether all this FinTech investment is worth it. Last year, $111.8 billion was invested in over 12,000 start-up FinTech … The post Are these FinTech unicorns worth it? appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

Fintech 415
article thumbnail

Artificial intelligence in banking — separating reality from hype

Payments Dive

AI and machine learning for banking are getting a huge amount of attention these days, but the question remains: can these technologies truly replace human interaction and in-depth analysis of data?

Analysis 377
article thumbnail

Inside OTP Labs, Eastern Europe’s most adventurous bank innovation experiment

Bank Innovation

It might have $55 billion in assets and 10.5 million customers in 10 countries, but OTP Bank, one of the largest financial institutions in Central and Eastern Europe, might be one of the most unorthodox banks on the Continent. The Budapest-based bank is pursuing not just startup-driven innovation, but through a mix of internal and […].

article thumbnail

8 Ways To Attract The Wrong Clients To Your Bank

South State Correspondent

MANAGING BANK CULTURE AND PROFITABILITY Given that strategic planning season is upon us, one key affirmation is to verify if you are targeting not the customers that you have now but the customers that you want. Chances are, at least at some level, you are attracting the wrong customers that are not profitable, not engaged, not being a raving fan, causing some level of pain, or all four.

US 268
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Apple Card: 10 key takeaways

Payments Source

Apple's new credit card isn't just another virtual card in its virtual wallet. It borrows a lot of features from the most successful brands in payments and technology.

Apple 167
article thumbnail

Western Union Misses On Earnings, Announces 10 Percent Staff Cut 

PYMNTS

Western Union ’s stock price was down in after hours trading, after missing on earnings but lodging a narrow beat on revenue. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.45 per share, missing analyst consensus estimates of $0.48 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.46 per share a year ago. Net income of $614.8 million, or $1.42 a share, in the second quarter, compared with $217.6 million, or 47 cents a share, a year earlier.

Strategy 219
article thumbnail

A bank that runs accounts for just 50 cents a year

Chris Skinner

I recently attended a FinTech conference where Henry Ma, Vice President & Chief Information Officer of WeBank, presented an update of how the bank is faring in China. For those unaware, WeBank is the offshoot of WeChat Pay, WeChat and Tencent, and focsuses upon financial inclusion in China. This may … The post A bank that runs accounts for just 50 cents a year appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

article thumbnail

Payments fraud remains on the table as PSD2 delay takes hold

Payments Dive

As the payments industry works to get through an 18-month delay in implementing Strong Customer Authentication, retailers and consumers remain vulnerable as criminal fraudsters will likely seek to take advantage of the lull.

Fraud 348
article thumbnail

Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

article thumbnail

Inside Kiva’s digital identity solution for banks in Sierra Leone

Bank Innovation

Confirming a customer’s identity is an ongoing pain point for banks and financial institutions around the world. It’s an even bigger challenge for countries that have high underbanked populations like Sierra Leone. According a recent estimate from the Sierra Leone government, just 20% of its citizens have a bank account, which perpetuates a chicken-and-egg problem […].

article thumbnail

Why Does Walmart Want A Cryptocurrency?

Ron Shevelin

Despite grandiose claims to bank the unbanked, Walmart's application for a cryptocurrency patent is mostly about one thing: Eliminating interchange.

article thumbnail

Alexa, what's the latest on voice payments?

Payments Source

Virtual assistants are being brought forward into a variety of other internet-of-things devices such as automobiles and appliances, with the goal of finding new moments where consumers are willing to spend money — sometimes guided by machine learning.

Payments 161
article thumbnail

The Fed Debuts FedNow

PYMNTS

It’s now official. The Fed plans to build its own instant clearing and settlement rails. Introduced on Monday by Federal Reserve Board Governor Lael Brainard, the Fed’s instant payment scheme FedNow is designed to offer an option for consumers and business to transfer money instantly or nearly instantly in a “ubiquitous, safe and efficient” manner from one bank account to another.

System 214
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

The key to IoT is identity

Chris Skinner

The term The Internet of Things (IoT) was first used twenty years ago. Twenty years later, IoT is emerging rapidly. We have our cars and homes networked but, more than this, we have gadgets like Google Home, Siri and Alexa. Amazon has taken this even further with services like Key … The post The key to IoT is identity appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

Google 402
article thumbnail

Fintechs, banks target Gen Z consumers with mobile apps, financial education

Payments Dive

Fintechs and traditional banks are targeting Gen Z consumers, millions of whom have limited access to banking or credit, with targeted mobile apps and financial education.

Mobile 348
article thumbnail

TD Ameritrade’s Tuteja on why in-car investment advice is the future [Video]

Bank Innovation

To TD Ameritrade, checking up on a portfolio is a task customers should be able to do on the go. Therefore, the brokerage firm has enabled in-car “experiences” to make that happen. “Leveraging technologies like AI and machine learning, voice and audio, our customers can engage in a way that makes this experience more intuitive […].

Video 271
article thumbnail

The Federal Reserve Is Too Late To The Real-Time Payments Party

Ron Shevelin

Community banks and credit unions are cheering the Fed's announcement to develop a real-time payments system. It's a hollow victory as it doesn't address the real challenges facing those financial institutions.

article thumbnail

Addressing Top Enterprise Challenges in Generative AI with DataRobot

The buzz around generative AI shows no sign of abating in the foreseeable future. Enterprise interest in the technology is high, and the market is expected to gain momentum as organizations move from prototypes to actual project deployments. Ultimately, the market will demand an extensive ecosystem, and tools will need to streamline data and model utilization and management across multiple environments.

article thumbnail

9 defunct mobile wallets — and why they failed

Payments Source

Amid success stories like Apple Pay, Google Pay and the Starbucks app, there are many wallet apps that failed to gain traction — or squandered it when they did. But there is a lot to learn from their experiences.

Mobile 157
article thumbnail

Walmart’s Answer To Facebook’s Libra: The Walmart Coin

PYMNTS

There are many ways to introduce an idea to the world. There is something to be said for going big — fireworks, a parade and a vast array of headlines. This, in short, seems to be the route Facebook decided to take with Libra — big announcement, big white paper, big partners and, most importantly — big, big plans. In short, Facebook hopes to create a new set of payments rails with the Libra cryptocurrency — with the aiding and backing of a veritable who’s who of payments and luminaries —

article thumbnail

AI is not a technology change but a cultural one

Chris Skinner

I just picked up a Financial Times article talking about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) will change the way you deal with money. It’s actually more about the Chinese internet giant Ping An, and how they’re changing finance using AI. If you are a customer of Chinese financial services group Ping An, … The post AI is not a technology change but a cultural one appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.

article thumbnail

eGain Solve Suite

Payments Dive

Customer journeys can take different turns we make getting to their destinations easy! Design and deliver memorable customer journeys with a knowledge-powered omnichannel customer engagement hub.

334
334
article thumbnail

Need Curated Pre-foreclosure Lists to Generate New Real Estate Leads? Trellis Has the Data!

Trellis is a state trial court research and analytics platform that provides Real Estate Professionals (Buyers, Foreclosure, Loan Modification, etc.) with LEADS on Pre-Foreclosures, Lis Pendes, Distressed Assets and more — to help uncover **new** opportunities and grow their business. The process is quick and easy — and all in real time. Trellis will supply you with a link to the relevant dockets, a Leads sheet and access to its UI where applicable.