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Driven by Data

ABA Community Banking

For Bernard Tynes, realizing the power of marketing takes the perfect combination of gut feeling and hard information. The post Driven by Data appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Pro Tips for Modeling ALM Buzzwords

Jack Henry

Over the past year, the banking industry has seen many unprecedented events that have resulted in both margin- and capital-related challenges. The flat, ultra-low yield curve coupled with the bloated growth of non-maturity deposit balances have many banks considering how to best deal with the current reality. To forecast strategic and economic impacts on key metrics, banks continue to rely heavily on financial modeling using various tools available.

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Commercial Card Growth in a Post COVID-19 Environment Outline

Banking Exchange

As the economy recovers we are seeing an emergence of the usage of commercial cards by businesses Payments Duties Lines of Business Mobile Online Cards Covid19 Feature Feature3.

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This week’s podcast: How the FTC is responding to SCOTUS’s April 2021 AMG Capital Management decision: a conversation with special guest Bikram Bandy, FTC Chief Litigation Counsel, Bureau of Consumer Protection

CFPB Monitor

In AMG , SCOTUS ruled that Sec. 13(b) of the FTC Act does not give the FTC authority to seek equitable monetary relief (e.g. restitution or disgorgement). After reviewing AMG’s history and SCOTUS’s analysis, we discuss the reasons for the FTC’s infrequent use of administrative hearings, AMG’s implications for pending and settled cases, the FTC’s current authority to seek civil money penalties, efforts to amend the FTC Act, and the FTC’s approach to new cases, including potential partnering with

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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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5 use cases for the booming open banking market

BankInovation

As the banking industry continues to innovate and as the lines between fintechs and financial institutions continue to blur, open banking is booming, with the market size estimated to reach $43.15 billion by 2026, at 24.4% CAGR, according to Allied Market Research. It’s easy to see what’s so appealing about the benefits that open banking […].

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Listen: How legal and mathematical notions of fairness affect AI-driven credit underwriting

BankInovation

While legal ideas of fairness in credit have been long established by fair lending laws, adding artificial intelligence (AI) into the mix can complicate matters. There are about “24 definition of fairness,” in mathematics, said Janine Hiller, professor in finance and business law in the Pamplin College of Business at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State […].

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This Slack-Backed HR Startup Raised $50M To Make Hiring Remote Workers Easier

CB Insights

Oyster , a virtual HR platform for distributed workforces, has raised $50M in a Series B with participation from Stripes Group, Capital Partners, and Slack Fund among others. How’s the company performing? Delaware-based Oyster’s HR platform provides tools for payroll, benefits, hiring, onboarding, and salary management services for contractors and employees globally.

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Virtual card fintech raises $3M to extend reach in Latin America, Caribbean

BankInovation

Digital card payment platform provider Moca announced Tuesday a $3 million series B funding round that will allow the platform to expand its foothold in Latin America and the Caribbean. The end-to-end solution is both a gateway to Visa and the card management system — functions that are typically handled by different vendors. The investment […].

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Abound Credit Union CD Specials Are Rate Leaders

BankDeals

Abound Credit Union (easy membership requirement) is currently offering competitive rates on its 13-month CD Special, 47-month CD Special, and 59-month CD.

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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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Lendbuzz secures $360M in equity, debt funding

BankInovation

Lendbuzz, an auto lender focused on foreign-born borrowers with thin credit, announced this week it has secured an additional $360 million in debt and equity funding following a 200% year-over-year growth in origination volume in the first half of 2021. Wellington Management, joined by Goldman Sachs & Co and MUFG Innovation Partners, led the Series C $60 million […].

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Cross County Bank (AR) Rewards Checking Available Statewide

BankDeals

Cross County Bank (Arkansas) offers its competitive Kasasa Cash Checking, Kasasa Cash Bank, and Kasasa Saver accounts on a statewide basis.

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Goldman Sachs to push transaction banking beyond UK by beginning of 2022 

BankInovation

Goldman Sachs rolled out transaction banking in the U.K. yesterday through a modernized, API-enabled platform built on the cloud, entering a crowded space dominated by the likes of Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase. Transaction banking refers to cash management and treasury services for corporate and institutional clients. The $1.2 trillion Goldman Sachs will offer traditional products […].

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INNOPAY, 'Team Data Spaces' join forces to support EU's data strategy

The Paypers

INNOPAY , a Dutch consultancy firm specialised in digital transactions, has teamed up with ‘Team Data Spaces’ to facilitate the development of European data spaces which are at the heart of the EU's data strategy.

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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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This Blackstone-Backed Fintech Startup Raised $800M, Becoming Europe’s Third-Largest Fintech

CB Insights

Mollie , a digital payments service provider, has raised $800M in a Series C. The round drew participation from Blackstone, General Atlantic, HMI Capital, Alkeon Capital Management, and EQT, among others. HOW’S THE COMPANY PERFORMING? Amsterdam-based Mollie helps e-commerce stores integrate payments solutions through its APIs. The firm reportedly expects to process payments of €20B ($24M) in 2021.

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Atlantic-Pacific Processing Systems, Switch Commerce partner to provide payment tools and integrations

The Paypers

Atlantic-Pacific Processing Systems (APPS), a US-based technology and financial services solutions provider, and Switch Commerce , a debit processing platform provider, have formalised a strategic partnership to provide a suite of payment tools and integrations.

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Life Insurance From Your Gym? How Embedded Insurance Makes Enrollment More Accessible & Personalized

CB Insights

Embedded insurance — the integration of insurance into a digital product on a third-party platform or marketplace — is growing, and even the longest-standing incumbents want in on the action. Although relatively new, embedded insurance products are emerging across all lines of business, including health, life, auto, and commercial insurance.

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Finflux launches Buy Now, Pay Later for online lenders in india

The Paypers

India-based alternative lender Finflux has announced the launch of Buy Now Pay Later, a new software product for financial services providers.

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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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Fintech using blockchain to cut foreign exchange costs

American Banker

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Neobank Majority raises USD 19 mln

The Paypers

Majority has raised USD 19 million in its seed funding round led by Valar Ventures with participation from Avid Ventures , Heartcore Capital , and several Nordic fintech founders.

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Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex

The Financial Brand

21 deals with neobanks and fintechs like Aspiration, Ellevest and Greenwood sent a community bank down an unexpected (and profitable) path. The post Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Auto finance platform Lendbuzz gets USD 360 mln funding

The Paypers

US-based AI-powered auto finance platform Lendbuzz has bagged USD 360 million in funding, comprised of debt and equity.

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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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Why these banks opted in to Fed stress tests when they didn’t have to

American Banker

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Samsung Pay, Curve to offer cashback feature to UK brands

The Paypers

Samsung Pay+ has announced a newly launched proposition allowing customers to earn from 1 to 20% cashback with major UK brands, through the use its digital card, powered by Curve.

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JPMorgan Chase takes long view with U.K. digital consumer bank

American Banker

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Deutsche Bank chooses Oracle for digital transformation

The Paypers

Oracle and Deutsche Bank have announced a multi-year collaboration to modernise the bank's database technology and accelerate its digital transformation.

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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.