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Why banking technology makes sense – recession or not

Abrigo

Banking technology decisions now affect future growth With the possibility of a recession, community financial institutions may consider a delay or cut in technology spending. Takeaway 2 According to Forrester data, firms pursuing technology-driven innovation grow three to four times faster than industry averages.

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Why Community Banks Can’t Afford To ‘Wait and See’ About Faster Payment Innovations

PYMNTS

Are community banks missing the chance to climb aboard the faster payments train? With various banks and FinTechs producing innovative solutions — like mobile banking and P2P tools aimed at improving the speed of payments — the pressure is on for community banks to keep up. faster payments system.

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NEW REPORT: Do Community Banks Need A Faster Payments Wake-Up Call?

PYMNTS

A group of 22 global banks announced their participation in a proof of concept for cross-border payments from financial messaging service provider SWIFT. Community banks meet the millennial generation. TO DOWNLOAD THE AUGUST EDITION OF THE PYMNTS.COM FASTER PAYMENTS TRACKER™ , powered by NACHA, CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW. .

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How Community Financial Institutions Can Regain the Small Business Lending Market

Abrigo

In today’s banking world, community banks are focused sharply on shareholders’ expectations for growth in earnings and return on equity. So, how can community banks support earnings and ROE growth in the face of intense regulatory scrutiny and competitive pressures on profitability? Changing Lending Environment.

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How to Attract Multiple Generations to Open New Accounts and Apply for Loans

Understanding these attitudes and using them to inform marketing messages enables community banks, regional banks and credit unions to better serve their customers. What types of digital technology should you employ to meet the needs of each generation? How are Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z defined?

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The top lending & credit risk blogs of the year

Abrigo

download NOW Takeaway 1 The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2023. Takeaway 2 The top lending and credit blog posts focused on the benefits of banking technology, interest rate management, and developing risk ratings.

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Why boosting your check fraud prevention is worth the effort

Abrigo

Takeaway 2 Community banks may face challenges seeking reimbursement for breach of warranty claims filed with other FIs. Takeaway 3 Banks and credit unions should leverage new tools to improve check fraud prevention that can ease the burden on their staff and safeguard customers.

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