Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 26, 2017
EXCLUSIVE— Fintech is continuing to grow, as more startups across payments, insurance, blockchain, and other areas carve out niches for themselves in the financial ecosystem. And with more funding and more innovations come more players. Here are three that Bank Innovation will be keeping a watch on next month: Chip At this point, the United […].
Payments Dive
DECEMBER 26, 2017
By now, it should be obvious to every bank that no company can afford to neglect mobile payments.
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PYMNTS
DECEMBER 28, 2017
If I told you that you could travel back in time, to the end of the nineteenth century, and invest in a country that was recently war-torn, and in great transition, would you do it? You’d need to know that the government was primarily one ethnic group, but immigrants with different languages, customs, and religions were arriving in that country, at unprecedented levels, crowding the cities and looking for jobs.
Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 24, 2017
This week’s main blog headlines are … Happy holidays and one last piece of 2017 news Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone. That’s 2017’s blogging over for me. Back on January 2, 2018, with more news about my new book coming out in March, Digital Human. A few comments: … The post The Finanser’s Week: 18th December – 24th December 2017 appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
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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
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 28, 2017
As we wrap up another year, we turn our attention to the most popular posts published on our blog in 2017. These posts are representative of our blog’s mission to be the go-to resource for marketing information and best practices for both clients and prospects. 1. 7 B2B Marketing Trends to Watch in 2018. As we approach the end of 2017, it’s time to take a look at key B2B marketing trends that will emerge in the year ahead.
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PYMNTS
DECEMBER 26, 2017
Mozilla has patched one critical vulnerability in its Thunderbird email client along with two bugs rated high.
Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Photo credit: Getty Images. Imagine that with one tap on their mobile phone, an attendee of an environmental conference could sign a petition to protect U.S. public lands. With another tap, an attendee of an education conference could call on politicians to increase education funding in impoverished neighborhoods. And for doing so, they’d be rewarded with tickets to sporting and entertainment events.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 28, 2017
Southeast Asian ride-hailing app Grab has launched today in Cambodia, partnering with the country’s top mobile banking services provider to integrate local drivers for payments. On Wednesday, Grab announced it has partnered with Cambodia’s Wing Money. Additionally, Grab has also introduced a payment feature called GrabPay in the country so that customers can use the […].
Payments Dive
DECEMBER 28, 2017
Technology is ever-evolving, but contrary to what you might expect, it can become more human, not less so, in the process. Learn what this means in financial services terms in a video presentation from the 2017 Bank Customer Experience Summit.
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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
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 29, 2017
From translating ear buds to devastating earthquakes, the past year has been full of major developments that affected meeting professional road warriors. We saw some changes coming, while others took us totally off-guard. Here are seven developments in 2017 and a forecast of whether or not they will have a lasting impact. Recovering from Natural Disasters.
Insights on Business
DECEMBER 27, 2017
As we wrap up an unpredictable and sometimes tumultuous year in both the fintech industry and the world, we’re looking back at the last 12 months of IBM FinTech blogs to pick out some of the more popular and insightful posts of 2017. While we have separately covered what we think will be the main trends in FinTech for 2018, here’s a selection our more popular posts from 2017.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 27, 2017
EXCLUSIVE—Marketplace lender Best Egg will move towards financing consumer purchases, including home improvements, as it looks to expand in 2018, the company told Bank Innovation. The company will be focusing on offering loans and services that will “create a stronger relationship” with the customer, Sabrina Basht, chief strategy officer for Best Egg, said.
Payments Source
DECEMBER 28, 2017
EXCLUSIVE – Public blockchain platform Waves is launching a new blockchain venture product called Basics Fund to focus on investing in crypto-assets and pre-sale ICO tokens. The fund is dedicated to investment in blockchain infrastructure, specifically in a diversified portfolio of promising startup projects in the blockchain space. Aside from pre-sale ICOs and crypto-assets, the fund will […].
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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.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 27, 2017
‘Tis the season – predictions are the order of the day and the PR industry is no different. Here are my picks for the top 3 PR trends in 2018. Content strategy. The number of brands that consider a content strategy effective in raising revenue increased from 74% in 2016 to 83% in 2017. (CMI.) However, only 31% have a documented strategy. It should come as no surprise then that the ability to craft a content strategy is the number one skill CMOs are looking for in 2018.
Bobsguide
DECEMBER 25, 2017
Chat, SMS, social media…there are so many channels these days for customer service. But is it really necessary for your brand to use them all? In short, absolutely. Not only do customers have their preferred channels, but they are also expecting you to deliver the best service possible on these channels at all times. According to a survey by Aspect Software, companies that adopt an omnichannel strategy achieve 91% greater year-over-year customer retention rates compared to those that do not.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 29, 2017
I was at Cascade’s website trying to figure out the difference between Cascade Platinum and Cascade Complete and didn’t see the “Of Clorox” in the list under “Cascade With The Power” and I would totally buy Cascade With The Power instead of Cascade Platinum or Cascade Complete. Let’s make this happen, people! The post Introducing Cascade’s most powerful dishwasher detergent ever!
NCR
DECEMBER 28, 2017
December 28, 2017 For those of you teaching math, here is a collection of some of the best YouTube channels we reviewed this year. You can draw on these resources to access and find educational video.read more.
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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.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 29, 2017
There are many reasons to consider Tempe, Arizona for your next meeting. This desert destination is known for amazing sunsets, warm weather and Sonoran Desert vistas. But, there’s even more appeal for meeting and event planners. Tempe is located within 10 minutes of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, making it extremely accessible for your attendees.
Insights on Business
DECEMBER 26, 2017
In the final of three market education commentaries sponsored by Navigator Business Solutions, Supply Chain Matters amplifies business and supply chain management challenges among emerging growth companies in pharmaceutical, life sciences and consumer product goods industry sectors.
Bobsguide
DECEMBER 29, 2017
Everything you want to know about blockchain but were too afraid to ask. Blockchain has created a huge amount of buzz in the financial services industry since its official debut into the market in 2009. The question of when blockchain will go mainstream is yet to be answered, but there is constant.
Payments Source
DECEMBER 29, 2017
I received an early New Year present, actually, it came from Siemens. They had invited me to their Siemens Innovation Day in mid-December 2017. I really appreciated it, yet it took me time to absorb all that was provided, over these past two weeks. My early present, well actually an idea, came the day before the event. I was included in the Industry Analysts visit to the Siemens Technology Center, at Neuperlach in Munich.
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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.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 27, 2017
Yenpitsu Nemoto/Getty Images. As Chieko Asakawa walks around IBM’s campus, she explores new ways of getting from point A to point B. She recognizes the faces of colleagues approaching her and greets them. She reads snack labels and decides whether to eat them. Although she is blind, Asakawa doesn’t need a human or canine companion to complete these tasks.
Let's Talk Payments
DECEMBER 29, 2017
Let’s flashback to a scenario that some of you may know: It’s 1999. The CMO of a large community bank needs to build a customer website. So he sends a.
NCR
DECEMBER 27, 2017
As December draws to a close, it’s time to look back on the biggest headlines and defining themes of 2017 for the financial services industry. It has certainly been an interesting year, with highlights including the 50 th anniversary of the ATM, brand new real-time payment systems being introduced and ongoing preparation for a regulatory shift that could transform the industry as we know it.
Payments Source
DECEMBER 29, 2017
The #cashless movement is growing in cities like New York and San Francisco, where, paradoxically, a number of businesses remain “cash-only.” But as more stores go cashless — with good reason — there may be another consequence: the shutting out of the underbanked. The good reasons to go cashless are that no counting change means […].
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