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7 ways community banks can boost profitability

Independent Banker

Photo by Paper Boat Creative/Getty. A profitability strategy has a lot to factor in given today’s uncertain market. Here’s what community bankers need to know when planning their budgets for the next year. By Cheryl Winokur Munk. Quick stat. 53%. of digital banking customers said they switched to digital banking because of the pandemic. Source: 2021 Provident Bank survey.

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Quandary 2021: Responding to Competitive Shifts in Overdraft Fees

Gonzobanker

News of waiving overdraft fees may sound like a big win for consumers. But it comes with a pile of unintended consequences. Checking fee income is facing extreme downward pressure during 2021, influenced by competitive factors and the specter of greater future regulation. For an America that’s benefited from more than $5 trillion of stimulus money, news of waiving overdraft fees may sound like another big win for the consumer.

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Rebeca Romero Rainey: Use your voice

Independent Banker

Photo by Robert Severi. [There is a] need for strong voices to weigh in on how new regulation will affect our communities and the customers we serve. This month’s issue of Independent Banker focuses on regulation and compliance, which continue to be costly and important topics for our industry. A 2020 U.S. Government Accountability Office report concluded that a “very small” community bank could spend up to 2.4% of operating expenses on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) work alone.

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China's Olive Revolution May be a Great Thing

SWBC's LenderHub

Investing in China—once viewed as a no-brainer way to riches by some of our most popular and successful investment managers—has gotten quite treacherous this year. From the cancelation of Jack Ma’s ANT (China’s largest digital payment platform) IPO and its subsequent surrender to the regulatory arm of the People’s Bank of China, to the neutering of Didi, China’s version of Uber, to declaring the multi-billion-dollar school tutoring industry non-profit with the stroke of a pen.

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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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3 Ways Savvy Bank Leaders Are Competing on Digital Experience

Banking Exchange

Accelerating digital capabilities in order to win, serve, expand, and retain customer relationships has become priority #1 Technology Tech Management Feature3 Fintech Feature Digital Customers Mobile Online Covid19.

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Video banking aims to restore personal touch for banking

ATM Marketplace

Branches have struggled to maintain a personal touch with customers while also delivering innovative technology. Video banking can help bridge the gap between these two worlds.

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How to navigate payments trends

Independent Banker

Photo by Jorg Greuel/Getty. The payments space can be dizzying for even the most enterprising community bank. How do you navigate the constant churn of innovations or disruptors? Experts point to a strategy built on customer input and relationship-building. By Colleen Morrison. Banking-as-a-service (BaaS). Faster payments. Cryptocurrency. Central bank digital currency (CBDC).

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I sent a £40,000 loan to my son by mistake and he spent it

TheGuardian

I accidentally put in the incorrect account number for a Nationwide second mortgage I am about to lose my home and don’t know where to turn. My partner and I took out a second £40,000 mortgage through Nationwide last year. It was to be paid into my partner’s account, but it didn’t arrive. I made several calls to Nationwide, which stated that the money had been paid, but refused to confirm the recipient’s details, citing data protection.

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Robert Fisher: A legacy of good

Independent Banker

Photo by Heather Esposito. It’s our responsibility to help make our communities better places to live, to help pull people out of poverty and address issues they’re facing. When I consider what differentiates us as community bankers, I’m immediately drawn to the legacy of good we create. We care for those in our communities not because we have to, but because they are our friends, neighbors and relatives.

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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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Financial services firms face high incidence of phishing attacks

BankInovation

As financial institutions lean on digital channels to keep pace with customer requirements during the pandemic, cyberattackers have multiplied their efforts to gain access to user credentials via phishing attempts. Financial services accounted for eight among the top 25 firms targeted most often by such attacks, according to a recent report from cybersecurity firm Vade […].

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Will D&I requirements change this year?

Independent Banker

Some lawmakers on Capitol Hill are increasingly interested in diversity and inclusion (D&I) compliance requirements for financial institutions. Here are the key areas of D&I policies and practices that community banks may need if these requirements change or become mandatory. By Mary Thorson-Wright. How does your bank’s diversity and inclusion (D&I) compliance program compare with the regulatory standards for D&I policies and practices?

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2 reasons to register now for the Bank Customer Experience Summit

ATM Marketplace

When it comes to any industry, those that stand out not only understand the trends, they also set the trends. And by attending the Bank Customer Experience Summit, you will get a chance to meet these trendsetters first hand. This year's summit will be held from Sept. 13 to 15 in Chicago, so you will need to act fast to join in.

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Movers and Shakers: Bank of America’s vice chair Anne Finucane and COO Thomas Montag to retire

BankInovation

Bank of America’s Anne Finucane, vice chair, and Thomas Montag, chief operating officer and head of global banking and markets, will retire at the end of this year, the bank announced Thursday. Montag and Finucane "have been instrumental in Bank of America’s success, especially during the decade following the financial crisis,” the bank stated in […].

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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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New York enacts requirements for check processing by banks; Ballard Spahr to hold Sept. 13 webinar on overdraft practices

CFPB Monitor

At the end of last month, former New York Governor Cuomo signed into law a bill that amends the state’s Banking Law to require banks to follow certain check processing practices. The amendments become effective on January 1, 2022. The new law applies to “consumer checking accounts” offered by “banking institutions.” “Consumer checking accounts” are defined as “accounts established by natural persons primarily for personal, family or household purposes.

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Data Evolution: Harnessing Intelligent Data to Improve the Customer Experience & Uncover Growth Opportunities

Banking Exchange

It’s undeniable that the pace of digital transformation has accelerated Technology Big Data Feature3 Financial Research Feature Financial Trends Customers.

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Federal banking agencies issue guide for community banks on conducting due diligence on fintech companies

CFPB Monitor

The OCC, FDIC, and Federal Reserve Board have issued a guide that is intended to assist community banks in conducting due diligence when considering relationships with financial technology (fintech) companies (Guide). The issuance of the Guide follows the agencies’ July 2021 release of proposed interagency guidance for banking organizations on managing risks associated with third-party relationships, including relationships with financial technology-focused entities such as bank/fintech sponsors

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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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Colorado Private Education Lender Registration Takes Effect September 1, and Schools Using Income Share Agreements Are Covered

CFPB Monitor

With Colorado’s private education lender registration scheduled to take effect on September 1 st , the Colorado Department of Law has just announced that they intend to bring a new group within their jurisdiction: private postsecondary schools that use income share agreements (ISAs) to help finance students’ education. Schools regulated by the Division of Private Occupational Schools received notice of this interpretation on Friday.

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Why Us?

Commercial Lending USA

It is important to structure the commercial loans to fit with the Investor’s guidelines. Most of the Lenders/ Banks take the application and decline it after a few months of paper trial.

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Provider Of Non-Dilutive Financing For SaaS Companies Requr Raised $5.9M In Seed Funding

CB Insights

Requr , a SaaS financing platform, has raised $5.9M in seed funding from undisclosed investors. How’s the company performing? Amsterdam-based Requr helps SaaS companies attain non-dilutive financing by connecting them with professional investors. Investors pre-pay a SaaS company’s annual subscription fee (via Requr) and then receive that amount back in monthly installments.

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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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Expert Network Services Provider Atheneum Raised $151M In Growth Equity Funding

CB Insights

Atheneum , a research-as-a-service provider, has raised $151M in growth equity funding. The round drew participation from Guidepost Growth Equity, Vogel Communication Group, and Crosslantic Capital, among others. HOW’S THE COMPANY PERFORMING? Berlin-based Atheneum is a B2B research services company that provides expert industry insights to investment funds, consulting firms, and corporations.

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Watchdog warns UK banks of Afghanistan financial crime risks

TheGuardian

FCA reminds financial firms to guard against money-laundering amid fears of rise in terrorist activity The UK’s financial watchdog is warning banks to review their potential exposure to financial crime in Afghanistan amid fears of resurgent terrorist activity in the country following the withdrawal of foreign troops. Hours after the last evacuation flight left Kabul airport , the Financial Conduct Authority issued a notice reminding financial firms to guard against money-laundering risks after U

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The Monetary Authority of Singapore selects 15 finalists for its CBDC Challenge

The Paypers

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced 15 finalists for its Global CBDC Challenge to find the best solutions for retail central bank digital currencies (CBDC).

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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.