Payments Dive
MARCH 9, 2018
All the necessary software and hardware components together with the processes for the creation of the connected car pay at pump use case are currently available. The creation of a commercially viable, fully integrated solution is the next step and there are no technical or regulatory barriers to doing so.
Chris Skinner
MARCH 15, 2018
I was in a conversation the other day where someone asked me how I can tell if a bank is really trying to be a digital bank or just a bank. Off-the-cuff I immediately said that I have a litmus test to work out the answer to that question. I … The post Are you really a digital bank? (just shake it off) appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
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Bank Innovation
MARCH 16, 2018
The startup culture in India is beginning to heat up. INV Fintech, Bank Innovation’s accelerator arm, has seen an increase in applications from India, and currently has two Indian companies in its accelerator. To facilitate the creation of an entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem, the Government of India, through its premier policy Think Tank called the Niti.Read More.
PYMNTS
MARCH 29, 2018
Overdraft fees have reached their highest level since 2009, which was at the end of the Great Recession. Consumers paid $34.3 billion in overdraft fees during 2017 compared to $33.3 billion in 2016, The New York Post reported. Despite the increase, consumers aren’t, in fact, overdrawing their accounts. Instead, Moebs Services says the uptick was caused by credit unions increasing their overdraft fees.
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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
Insights on Business
MARCH 7, 2018
“If the bringing of women – half the human race – into the center of historical inquiry poses a formidable challenge to historical scholarship, it also offers sustaining energy and a source of strength.” – Dr. Gerda Lerner. On this International Women’s Day 2018 and to continue Women’s History Month , I would like to acknowledge and reflect upon some of the extraordinary, and often understated, work that women have contributed not just to this company, but to the good of
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Payments Dive
MARCH 16, 2018
While most consumers today likely view bitcoin, bitcoin cash and alternatives such as Ethereum and Litecoin as assets, some payments companies in the past couple of months have announced plans for consumers to more easily use cryptocurrencies as payment, and merchants to accept them.
Chris Skinner
MARCH 21, 2018
I know that we deal with quite complicated things in financial technologies. AI, AGI, ASI (Artificial Intelligence, Artificial General Intelligence, Artificial Super Intelligence); machine learning and deep learning; blockchain, shared ledgers and distributed ledger technologies; cryptocurrencies, virtual currencies and digital currencies; Open Banking and Open APIs; and so on and … The post How quantum will change everything (including banking, money and security) appeared first on Chris
Bank Innovation
MARCH 19, 2018
Spanish bank BBVA will be testing its invisible payment strategy in-house, allowing employees and staff to use an app to pay for purchases without taking out their wallets, the bank announced today. These invisible payments will be rolled out for testing at “Ciudad BBVA,” the campus that houses the bank in Madrid, Spain. The testing.Read More.
PYMNTS
MARCH 1, 2018
Banking and financial services firm HSBC says its blockchain-based trade finance solution is ready to launch — in pilot phase, at least. According to Wednesday (Feb. 28) reports by the Global Trade Review , the bank’s senior innovation manager, Joshua Kroeker, held a media call and announced that after developing the trade finance solution for about two years, HSBC is “confident enough to actually do a live transaction” using its blockchain technology.
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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
Insights on Business
MARCH 19, 2018
It’s been a full day at IBM Think, and while Ginni’s much-anticipated keynote is tomorrow, there are no shortages of learning, networking, and, food! A few highlights that were some of the more notable happenings at the first full day of Think: Announcement of the world’s smallest computer. At IBM Research’s Science Slam, the world’s smallest computer, smaller than the size of a grain of salt, was announced.
Bobsguide
MARCH 13, 2018
bobsguide spoke to Neil Haskins, Director of IOActive’s advisory services in EMEA and Middle East. With over 27 years worth of industry experience, Neil was delighted to talk reporter Dave Beach, through a simulation of a hack on a model Tier One Bank. Imagine you are a bad actor. Give us.
Payments Dive
MARCH 27, 2018
Chris Tyghe, vice president of strategic development at Ingenico Group Canada, discusses how payments will become an integral part of the IoT experience in the coming years.
Chris Skinner
MARCH 7, 2018
I recently wrote an article for Bloomberg’s Business Week, and thought it worth sharing with y’all here: What’s next for blockchain? Everyone got very excited a few years ago about blockchain technologies, the ledger system that was spawned by the arrival of bitcoin in 2009. It allows the recording of … The post What’s next for blockchain?
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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.
Bank Innovation
MARCH 13, 2018
Nordea Bank today announced it is rolling out contactless payment options for its customers in Sweden, Denmark and Finland, thus becoming the first major Nordic bank to offer payments on both major wearables players Garmin and Fitbit. The move comes as a part of the bank’s updated Nordea Wallet offering, enabling users quick and on-the-go.Read More.
PYMNTS
MARCH 26, 2018
A lack of access to capital. The red tape of regulation. The burden of administrative tasks. These are all common reasons why a small business owner may struggle to grow their company, and the latest analysis on the topic certainly points to these factors as having an impact on SMB growth across the world. But the most recent research suggests entrepreneurs are also clear about what is helping them grow, and what they are looking for in terms of technology, professional support and beyond.
Insights on Business
MARCH 19, 2018
“Intelligent automation allows business and technology to function together for a common goal instead of against working against one another.”. – Saket Sinha, IBM Vice President & Partner, Banking & Financial Markets. To a maximum capacity audience and kicking off an exciting week of IBM Think 2018 in Las Vegas, IBM VP Saket Sinha led the “Intelligent Automation in Financial Services” breakout session.
Bobsguide
MARCH 8, 2018
Dave Beach spoke to Pavol Magic, CEO of Biotron.io about the challenges and opportunities of the data market. Biotron.io is a user-permissioned and revenue sharing personal data warehouse benefiting from blockchain transparency to provide the most accurate user analytics, helping organizations make.
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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.
Payments Dive
MARCH 13, 2018
Go isn't necessarily a new concept, but Amazon's take on cashierless shopping brings with it questions about the future of retail, and changes the way we as consumers buy goods.
Chris Skinner
MARCH 27, 2018
I was quite taken by a headline in yesterday’s news where Marcus Schenck, Deutsche Bank’s Co-Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, forecast that deposit accounts might disappear in the not too distant future. He was on a panel at Bloomberg’s European Capital Markets Forum and was asked by an audience member how … The post If deposit accounts disappear, what will banks do?
Bank Innovation
MARCH 27, 2018
Messaging service WhatsApp is rolling out support for QR payments in its Android beta, according to reports, with the service expected to have a wider rollout in the next few weeks. Consumers wishing to use QR payments to pay must first have WhatsApp Payments enabled, which currently supports a range of payment options across the.Read More.
PYMNTS
MARCH 16, 2018
American Express has reportedly filed a patent related to faster payments and blockchain technology, reports in CoinDesk said. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office released the patent application filed by American Express Travel Related Services Company, the payment technology firm’s travel unit, which outlines the use of blockchain technology to accelerate payments between two parties.
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Insights on Business
MARCH 19, 2018
Maintaining regulatory compliance is a daunting task. Up to 200 regulatory changes occur every day, varying from large scale regulation like Dodd Frank, to minute changes to the font and size of footnotes in regulation text. The cost of not being compliant is astronomical – since 2008, more than $50 billion in fines have been paid. Banks and financial institutions are looking for any advantage they can get to streamline operations and reduce compliance costs.
Bobsguide
MARCH 12, 2018
While financial institutions are still in the early stages of adopting AI technologies, intelligent machines are expected to become the most defining tech for the future of institutions in the financial services and insurance industries. In fact, estimates suggest that 75% of insurance executives.
Payments Dive
MARCH 23, 2018
The future state of self-service is turning the kiosk into a stand-alone store, and secure payment is one of the services that needs to be offered for it to be effective, says Ingenico's John Menzel, who recently shared his insights on EMV compliance in self-service.
Chris Skinner
MARCH 19, 2018
I had a chat with The Financial Times the other day, and provided lots of background as to why I don’t think cryptocurrencies are the choice of criminals. The comment that was reported was the following: Chris Skinner, a financial technology author, said it was “complete rubbish” to suggest the main … The post The lies spread by bankers about cryptocurrencies appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
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