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Walmart removes self-checkout from select stores

Payments Dive

The retailer joins Target, Dollar General and other chains in recalibrating a reliance on self-service, and rethinking the whole checkout experience.

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The Holy Quest for CRM in Anytown, USA

Gonzobanker

Once upon a time, First Southern Farmers, Merchants & Community Bank & Trust (or FSFMCBT, for short), a community bank in Anytown, USA, was renowned for its neighborly charm. When Calvin DoRight founded the bank in 1948, delivering exceptional customer service was his dream. Fast forward to modern times, when Thomas B. DoRight, Calvin’s son and present-day CEO, realized that the bank’s growth across counties, states and lines of business had made managing relationships much more involved

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FedNow pricing aimed at avoiding market disruption

Payments Dive

The Federal Reserve aimed to “not upset the marketplace as a second mover” when it set fees for the new instant payments system last year, a Fed official said Wednesday.

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Barclays profits tumble 12% as UK interest rates hit mortgage demand

TheGuardian

Pre-tax profits drop to £2.3bn between January and March, down from £2.6bn last year • Business live – latest updates Profits at Barclays tumbled by 12% in the first quarter, as higher UK interest rates weighed on demand for mortgages and loans while a backdrop of economic uncertainty affected its investment bank. The UK bank said pre-tax profits fell to £2.3bn in the first quarter, down from £2.6bn last year, when it reported the strongest quarterly profit since 2011 after a string of interest

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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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EWA providers hail new Kansas law

Payments Dive

Kansas has joined a pack of states in passing a law backed by earned wage access providers, as regulations for the industry remain a contentious issue.

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Why Texas has its own account with the Federal Reserve

American Banker

The state's comptroller of public accounts is one of several notable non-depositories with access to the Fed's payments system, along with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Tennessee Valley Authority. So why do they have accounts while some neobanks don't?

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1Kosmos launches credential service

The Paypers

Identity proofing and passwordless authentication company 1Kosmos has announced the expansion of its offering with the launch of a Credential Service Provider (CSP) managed solution.

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FDIC board debates, then withdraws asset manager control proposals

American Banker

The FDIC board debated and ultimately withdrew two separate proposals to address asset managers' control over banks, but acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu said he couldn't support either and called for more research and debate about how asset managers' control over banks impacts safety and soundness.

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Accelerated Payments partners with inflverse

The Paypers

UK-based provider of business funding solutions Accelerated Payments has partnered with financial management platform inflverse to augment payments in the creator economy.

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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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Bread Financial 'feverishly' preps for CFPB late-fee rule scenarios

American Banker

Consumer spending slowed and charge-offs rose during the first quarter, but Bread Financial said a pending late-fee rule may not be as devastating to its revenue as the Columbus, Ohio-based firm initially feared.

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symplr partners with Branch

The Paypers

Enterprise healthcare operations software provider symplr has entered a collaboration with workforce payments platform Branch to integrate the latter’s services.

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Mortgage fraud attempts surge by more than one-third

American Banker

While home lenders are seeing a decrease in issues coming through mobile channels, phone fraud spiked last year, accounting for 28% of losses, a new report found.

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Klarna partners with Uber

The Paypers

Klarna has announced its global partnership with Uber to provide clients in the US, Germany, and Sweden with the possibility to pay with Klarna on Uber and Uber Eats.

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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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Mortgage rates rise on weak economic news

American Banker

Mortgage rates rose 7 basis points this week, Freddie Mac said, and more increases are likely following a weaker than expected gross domestic product report.

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Tinkoff to issue additional shares to fund Rosbank deal

The Paypers

Russia-based online bank Tinkoff has announced its plans to issue up to 130 million additional shares in order to fund a deal to integrate Rosbank into its structure.

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First Citizens predicts fewer Fed rate cuts will boost interest income

American Banker

Shares of the Raleigh, North Carolina bank, which bought Silicon Valley Bank last year, rose 7.8% on Thursday morning.

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Mastercard launches Scam Protect

The Paypers

US-based payment technology corporation Mastercard has announced the launch of Scam Protect, a suite of AI-enabled solutions that aim to prevent scams and fraud.

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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.

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The Fed's manipulation of debit card interchange fees must stop

American Banker

The Federal Reserve's new proposal to lower the cap on debit card fees will drive up the prices consumers pay for other services, while forcing some banks out of the market entirely.

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VERMEG augments Euronext Securities with MEGARA

The Paypers

Netherlands-based VERMEG has implemented MEGARA at Euronext Porto for post-trade efficiency, with further rollout across branches in Denmark, Italy, and Norway.

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Banks don't talk about the energy AI guzzles. Here's why they should.

American Banker

Artificial intelligence models are energy hogs. Climate First Bank and UBS are among the very few trying to solve this problem.

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Unlimit secures online payment aggregator license in India

The Paypers

Global fintech company Unlimit has secured an online payment aggregator license in the region of India, aimed to accelerate its worldwide expansion strategy.

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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.

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What Do Consumers Really Know about Overdraft Fees and Policies?

The Financial Brand

This article What Do Consumers Really Know about Overdraft Fees and Policies? appeared first on The Financial Brand. Overdraft fees have long been a contentious issue in the banking industry. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York surveyed consumers to see what they actually know about their bank's policies. This article What Do Consumers Really Know about Overdraft Fees and Policies?

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Veritran partners with Swift

The Paypers

Veritran has announced its partnership with Swift in order to optimise the user experience and increase the overall transparency in cross-border payments.

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Frost Bank partners with Atomic

The Paypers

US-based Frost Bank has announced its partnership with Atomic in order to optimise customer experience by leveraging Atomic Direct Deposit Switch.

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Funding Societies and SGeBIZ team up for Singapore B2B finance

The Paypers

Funding Societies , a SME digital finance platform in Southeast Asia, has declared a strategic collaboration with Singapore E-Business ( SGeBIZ ), a provider of digital procurement, payment, and sourcing solutions.

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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.