Fri.Jan 06, 2023

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Can anything challenge ACH?

Payments Dive

The ACH system has proven to be scalable, secure, ubiquitous and reliable, but complaints about processing times persist, writes Sila CEO Shamir Karkal.

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“Walkers”: Using the elderly, disabled, and homeless as money mules for check fraud

Abrigo

Check deposit fraud using “walkers” Financial institutions are seeing increased money mule scams using recruited "customers" to deposit stolen checks. You might also like this list of the year's top resources for FinCrime professionals. READ. Takeaway 1 Check fraud is not a new trend, but increased activity should put banks on high alert. Takeaway 2 "Walkers" are used to perpetrate check fraud in person without raising red flags at the bank.

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Looking back: Top blogs of 2022

ATM Marketplace

In 2022 ATM Marketplace hosted a vast array of blogs that examined every aspect of the industry, from the advantage of cash to advances in biometrics.

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Regulators to Banks: Crypto Is a Contagion Risk

Banking Exchange

Regulators have started 2023 with warnings surrounding investment in crypto for banks Risk Management Feature Feature3 Blockchain Bitcoin Cryptocurrency Digital Compliance Compliance/Regulatory.

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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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TSB and Santander staff bonuses could be hit after City fines

TheGuardian

Exclusive: Pay committees will factor in regulator’s fines over IT meltdown and money-laundering controls Bankers at TSB and Santander UK are at risk of having their annual bonuses slashed after the high street lenders were hit with multimillion-pound fines by the City regulator last month. The retail banks’ respective pay committees are currently deliberating how much money to allocate to staff-wide bonus pools, and are understood to be taking penalties related to failings around TSB’s IT meltd

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Primis Bank chooses Savana’s automation platform

BankInovation

Primis Bank has chosen financial software provider Savana to help automate processes between its core and customer channels for more efficient self-service capabilities. The $3.5 billion, McLean, Va.-based bank has integrated Savana’s APIs with its Finxact core and plans to offer small-business checking and savings accounts in the first quarter, Primis Bank Chief Information Officer […].

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KreditBee closes tranche 2 of a USD 200 mln Series D funding

The Paypers

India-based fintech platform KreditBee has closed its second tranche of a USD 200 million Series D funding with an USD 100 million in primary funding from Advent International.

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European fintech funding: Moneyhub raises over $17M

BankInovation

U.K.-based data and payments fintech Moneyhub raised $17.7 million in a December venture round led by London-based Phoenix Group. The investment follows an October funding round led by Legal and General, Lloyds Banking Group and Shawbrook Bank that raised $41.5 million, according to a Moneyhub release. The fintech plans to use the funding for its […].

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Mastercard's plan to bring music to the metaverse

American Banker

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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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The UK's National Crime Agency assembles a crypto team

The Paypers

The UK’s National Crime Agency has decided to assemble a specialised team to proactively investigate cryptocurrency-related crime.

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How the speakership drama in Congress threatens banks

American Banker

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Core Scientific to shut down 37,000 bitcoin mining rigs of crypto lender Celsius

The Paypers

Bitcoin miner Core Scientific has planned to shut down 37,000 bitcoin mining rigs belonging to now bankrupt crypto lender Celsius.

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Digital-only Alliant Credit Union overhauls account-opening

American Banker

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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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Pay with Suave partners iDenfy to secure payments

The Paypers

Lithuania-based iDenfy has partnered financial payment technology platform Pay with Suave to secure payments with know your customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) services.

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CFPB's rulemaking agenda focused on bank fees

American Banker

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Department of Trade and Industry partners with JustPayto

The Paypers

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has partnered with JustPayto , a Philippines-based financial tech firm, to provide digital payments to micro, small, and medium enterprises.

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Latest banking news

American Banker

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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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Yonder partners Cable for financial crime compliance

The Paypers

UK-based credit card startup Yonder has partnered with automated financial crime assurance provider Cable to improve its financial crime compliance and oversight processes.

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Cross-border transactions can boost financial inclusion and equity 

American Banker

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Coinmotion gets regulatory approval in Spain

The Paypers

Coinmotion has obtained confirmation from the Bank of Spain as a valid provider of virtual currency exchange services for fiat currency and custody of electronic wallets.

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Crypto panic at Silvergate spawns a new breed of bank run

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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SUNRATE partners with Visa to launch virtual corporate cards

The Paypers

Asia-based B2B digital payments platform SUNRATE has partnered with multinational financial services corporation Visa to launch virtual corporate cards.

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Digital Currency Group closes wealth division amid trouble

American Banker

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Duck Creek to acquire Imburse Payments

The Paypers

US-based solutions provider Duck Creek Technologies has announced the agreement to acquire Switzerland -based modern payments platform Imburse.

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Lawsuits against JPMorgan, PNC test banks' liability in wire fraud cases

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.