Mon.Jun 21, 2021

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Beyond Responsible AI: 8 Steps to Auditable Artificial Intelligence

FICO

With novel artificial intelligence (AI) applications multiplying like rabbits these days, it may seem like the current wave of AI innovation is all beer and skittles. Lawsuits have a way of sobering up any metaphorical party and, in the wake of numerous high-profile racial bias and fairness cases, The Wall Street Journal reports that companies including Google, Twitter and Salesforce say they “plan to bulk up ethics teams responsible for evaluating the behavior of algorithms.”.

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The Fully Empowered Banker

ABA Community Banking

By focusing on employee empowerment, banks of all sizes are catalyzing innovation and a healthy workplace culture. The post The Fully Empowered Banker appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Returning to the Office in Financial Services

Cisco

How organizations can provide safe environments and smart spaces – part 1. Ready to roll up your sleeves and get back to the office? Many employers are eager to get their workforce under one roof. CEOs like Goldman Sachs’ David Solomon and JPMorgan Chase’s Jamie Dimon have announced their current remote workforce will soon return to the office either full time or in a hybrid model.

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A $130M crypto quant nets big returns as options boom

BankInovation

Forget Elon Musk tweets, regulatory missives and Bitcoin’s energy consumption. To hedge fund manager Shiliang Tang, the biggest crypto story this year is taking place in the shadows: An options market that’s booming and shaking up digital-currency trading along the way. At his $130 million fund LedgerPrime, filled with Wall Street converts from the likes […].

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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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Scale Up Smaller Banks to Address Inequity, Says Milken

Banking Exchange

Think tank research details how corporations, financials, non-profits and governments can leverage mission-focused lenders to help underbanked communities Community Banking Feature3 Feature Management People Diversity.

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Market Commentary: Week of June 21, 2021

SWBC's LenderHub

Last Week: The Fed produced quite a bit of drama last week, first with the FOMC statement and press conference, then with Fed president James Bullard discussing tapering of the Fed’s $120 billion a month quantitative easing program. Essentially, the Fed told us that based on the current economic data they might curtail their super-accommodative, emergency monetary policy by a tiny amount a little earlier than expected, as in, perhaps a year from now as opposed to 2 years.

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‘More Than Half’ of Customers Driven Digital by Covid-19

Banking Exchange

Provident Bank survey illustrates growth of online and mobile banking in the past 18 months Retail Banking Technology Financial Trends Feature Feature3 Covid19.

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How RegTech is Improving Efficiency in the Financial Services Industry

SWBC's LenderHub

Regulatory technology, or RegTech, was developed in the wake of the FinTech revolution and has been continuously expanding since the financial crisis of 2008. Experts predict it will rapidly advance the regulatory landscape by offering technological compliance solutions for the highly regulated financial services industry.

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American Express Goes to a Hybrid Work Model

Banking Exchange

Blending three days in the office with two days where employees can choose to work from home Management Feature Feature3 Human Resources People Covid19.

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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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CBI and City bosses warn against giving staff legal right to work from home

TheGuardian

UK business leaders voice concerns over creation of two-tier workforce and harm to city centre economies The heads of the UK’s largest business lobby group and two major City employers have warned against giving workers the legal right to demand remote working, claiming it would harm young employees and city centre economies. Lord Bilimoria, the president of the CBI, said that while employees should be able to request the option of working from home, flexible working arrangements must be allowed

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17 Key Trends Covered At Future Of Fintech 2021

CB Insights

Startups and new players across financial services are seeing growth in users and revenue as more consumers increasingly embrace digital. Incumbents are also launching new digital businesses and seeking out partners and vendors to ensure they have the tech capabilities necessary to excel now and in the future. . Future of Fintech 2021 (October 5-6, NYC) will provide updates on this activity and in-depth analysis on important trends driving financial services.

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Political Party Finances in 2020

Bankelele

Last week, many of us have discovered that we have been apparently being registered as members of political parties without our knowledge. This comes courtesy of data uploaded to the national ecitizen registry by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) I have apparently of the Jubilee Party since 2017, the Party that […]. The post Political Party Finances in 2020 appeared first on Bankelele.

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PayPal raises rates, offers chargeback protection service for additional fee

The Paypers

PayPal has announced several upcoming changes for US-based businesses involving transactions cost rates and an optional chargeback protection service for an additional fee.

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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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Accelerated: Finzly and Lead Bank

William Mills

We're back with the next installment of Accelerated, a new series that gives a behind-the-scenes look at how fintech-banking deals are made and why they’re important.

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Cryptocurrency boom fails to stem losses at UK fintech firm Revolut

TheGuardian

Losses almost double last year despite growing demand for crypto trading pushing up revenues 34% Losses at the British fintech firm Revolut nearly doubled last year, despite cashing in on the year-end cryptocurrency boom. The company – founded by the former Lehman Brothers trader Nik Storonsky and chaired by the ex-Standard Life Aberdeen boss Martin Gilbert – said it made £39m on its cryptocurrency investments last year, while growing demand for its crypto trading services helped pushed revenues

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FICO Payment and Credit Trends Market Update

FICO

The duration and depth of the COVID-19 pandemic have been increasingly challenging to predict, especially its impact on consumer finances. Many credit card issuers were faced with making new operational decisions, adapting to new regulations, and providing a safe and engaging customer experience. Since March 2020, the impact of COVID has also influenced spending patterns, payment rates and delinquency levels across revolving bankcard debt.

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Honor Credit Union Offers $250 Checking Bonus In MI, IN, And WI

BankDeals

Honor Credit Union is offering a $250 new checking account bonus that is available to residents of MI, portions of northern IN, and portion of north central WI.

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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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Bank Negara Malaysia, Bank of Thailand partner to enable Malaysia-Thailand QR payments

The Paypers

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Bank of Thailand (BOT) have partnered to launch of a cross-border QR payment linkage between Malaysia and Thailand, enabling consumers and merchants to make and receive payments between both countries.

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JPMorgan Chase Acquires Nutmeg For $1B To Expand Into The UK

CB Insights

JPMorgan Chase has acquired Nutmeg , a digital wealth management firm, for approximately $1B. Who are the parties to the deal? Nutmeg: UK-based Nutmeg is a digital wealth management company with $4.9B in assets under management (AUM). The company has over 140,000 clients and saw a 70% growth in AUM year-over-year. Nutmeg previously partnered with JP Morgan Asset Management in November 2020 to provide exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to Nutmeg’s customers.

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Sunway to apply for digital banking licence

The Paypers

Sunway has announced it plans to apply for an online-only banking licence with undisclosed partners to expand its reach in the financial technology sector.

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Report that cleared Wells Fargo board of misconduct gets a second look

American Banker

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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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Wizz Air tests WiFi 'Lite' for inflight messaging and contactless payments

The Paypers

Wizz Air has partnered with connectivity specialist AS-IP Tech (ASIP) to bring ‘WiFi lite’ to its passengers.

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China’s banks build for a new future

The Banker

China’s banks have proved irrepressible during the pandemic, thanks to their robust structure and the country’s rapid response to the economic impact of Covid-19. Kimberley Long examines how the banks have been affected during this most difficult year, and assesses the likely impact of the emerging central bank digital currency.

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66 percent of cryptoshoppers say Bitcoin is a means of payment

The Paypers

A CryptoRefills and Cointelegraph Research study has revealed that 66% of cryptoshoppers say Bitcoin is a means of payment.

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Regional banks, credit unions begin lending to pot firms

American Banker

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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.