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Cryptocurrency risks, rewards and red flags for financial institutions

Abrigo

Takeaway 1 Cryptocurrency has been able to offer good interest rates on high-yield savings accounts and secured loans with no credit check. . Takeaway 2 While these financial products are appealing, the lack of stability and consumer protections surrounding them are a concern for the FDIC. ? . Cryptocurrency's appeal to consumers.

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First New Community Bank In Decades Headed To US Market

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is set to see its first new community bank in decades, as the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) lent its approval for MOXY Bank to launch in Washington, D.C. The bank is one of several newly proposed community banks in the region, with goals of disrupting the financial services landscape, including business and corporate banking.

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Today In Digital-First Banking: Green Dot Debuts GO2bank; Stimulus Checks Pose Challenges For TurboTax, H&R Block

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GO2bank is built to be the go-to destination for seamless, affordable, useful banking — combining the security, stability and experience of an FDIC-insured bank with the innovation and agility of a leading FinTech,” Green Dot Corp. CEO Dan Henry said in a press release. Stimulus Checks Pose Issues For H&R Block, TurboTax .

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The Current Banking Crisis – 10 Not So Apparent Lessons

South State Correspondent

Now, customers and analysts will pay more attention to Loans + Securities-to deposit ratio. Instead of just looking at LTD, investors, and depositors, will now look at loan plus securities to total deposits. Higher cash holdings will now be a demarcation of credit quality. 9) Brand Matters: SVB had one of the best brands in banking.

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Fraud prevention and detection: Empowering clients through education

Abrigo

Takeaway 2 Client fraud education at financial institutions should include takeaways that explain how to protect themselves from phishing and tips for staying secure online. While fraud detection software and robust security measures are essential, educating clients on fraud prevention is equally important.

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Southeast Asia B2B FinTech Keeps VC Wheels Turning

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bank technology firm securing $100 million to expand in the region. India’s KarbonCard , a FinTech that offers startups in India and Southeast Asia with corporate card solutions, secured $1 million in new funding from Orios Venture Partners, Whiteboard Capital, and others, according to YourStory reports. KarbonCard.

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Axos Bank Expands Commercial Presence In NYC, LA

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15) that it will launch regional commercial banking operations in New York and Los Angeles in an effort to grow its corporate client base and connect existing business customers in the markets with its senior banking professionals. and offer clients FDIC-insured accounts. The bank announced Thursday (Aug.