Wed.Oct 26, 2022

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4 Ways Financial Institutions Can Help Their Customers Navigate Inflation

Perficient

Inflation reached a forty-one-year high in June , and according to the Consumer Price Index, prices have remained elevated. Many are struggling to make their dollars stretch and are looking to their financial institutions for guidance on how to better manage spending and stay afloat financially. Financial firms cannot singlehandedly control inflation, of course, but they can position themselves as knowledgeable partners that customers can depend on to be in their corner.

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FedNow will be a ‘public utility model,’ Waller says

Payments Dive

The central bank governor equated the nascent system with an interstate highway on which private companies will provide "on-ramps" and "off-ramps.

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We Need Your Help! Please Give Us 6 Minutes to Complete This Survey

South State Correspondent

Help us, help you. It is budget and strategic planning season, and many banks have asked for this data in order to help calibrate their bank. We are asking about your expected budgets, views on the economy, prospects for growth, and the most significant challenges. We are looking for your thoughts on the future of banking. The below survey sets out to answer these questions and more… with your help!

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CFPB aims to give ‘open banking’ rule teeth in 2024

Payments Dive

The bureau's chief, Rohit Chopra, laid out the timeline this week for a rule change meant to make it easier for consumers to break up with their banks.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Barclays profits surge past forecasts to reach £2bn on back of rising interest rates

TheGuardian

Bank had been forecast to report slight fall in earnings but key revenues increased by almost 60% A rise in borrowing costs for mortgage and loan customers, as well as the recent market meltdown, has helped Barclays increase key revenues and push its latest quarterly profits higher to £2bn. The UK bank, which had been expected to reveal a slight dip in earnings, said pre-tax profits instead rose 6% in the three months to the end of September.

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CFPB Addresses “Junk Data” in Credit Reports

CFPB Monitor

The CFPB recently issued an advisory opinion to consumer reporting companies about their obligation to prevent obviously false “junk data” from appearing on consumers’ credit reports. The opinion states that companies must take steps to reliably detect and remove logically inconsistent data from consumers’ credit reports such as information that is obviously impossible.

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Synchrony delivers mixed results

Payments Dive

While the financial services company’s third-quarter income rose over the year-earlier period, net earnings sagged. Synchrony also increased credit loss provisions.

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OppFi asserts true lender doctrine is “underground regulation” DFPI cannot enforce

CFPB Monitor

Opportunity Financial LLC (OppFi) has filed a cross-complaint against the Commissioner of California’s Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), asserting that the DFPI’s reliance on the so-called “true lender doctrine” in order to subject OppFi to interest rate limitations under the California’s Financing Law (CFL) constitutes adoption and enforcement of an “underground regulation”, which is impermissible under California’s Administrative Procedure Act (APA).

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Discover tightens underwriting

Payments Dive

Count the card company among those that added to credit loss provisions in the third quarter as economic conditions soured.

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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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Britain has its first investment banker PM – the City’s takeover is complete | Aeron Davis

TheGuardian

Never mind Tufton Street, our first investment banker prime minister shows that the Square Mile truly rules Westminster It has been a week of firsts in British politics. The country has rightly celebrated the fact that it has its first Asian-heritage and Hindu prime minister. A rather less noted milestone, however, is that Britain also has its first investment banker PM.

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Walmart to raise around USD 3 billion for Flipkart

The Paypers

India-based Flipkart has considered raising USD 2 to 3 billion at a valuation of more that USD 40 billion to expand its product range in India, according to sources cited by Mint.

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CFPB plans open banking rule in 2023

BankInovation

LAS VEGAS — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is planning to propose a new rule in 2023 requiring financial institutions to share consumer data upon consumers’ requests, CFPB Director Rohit Chopra said Tuesday at Money 20/20 in Las Vegas. As more financial institutions adopt open banking and data-sharing becomes the norm, a new rule […].

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Mailchain's email platform now supports Ethereum Name Service domains

The Paypers

UK-based Mailchain has added a new functionality that allows its users to create a Web3 email inbox with their personalized.eth address.

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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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Google Cloud adds 2,600 cybersecurity employees

BankInovation

Google added more than 12,000 employees in the third quarter, with around 2,600 solely focused on its cloud platform security. The company in March acquired cybersecurity firm Mandiant for $5.4 billion, and the cloud-based employee additions will help integrate new features into the Google Cloud platform, according to a company release. Google reported for Q3: […].

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America’s AI Bill of Rights is the Right Idea – and It’s About Time

FICO

Home. Blog. FICO. America’s AI Bill of Rights is the Right Idea – and It’s About Time. The AI Bill of Rights is the first step toward similar regulation of AI and machine learning algorithms. FICO Admin. Thu, 08/22/2019 - 12:37. by Scott Zoldi. expand_less Back To Top. Wed, 10/26/2022 - 15:00. It’s been a couple of weeks since the White House released its Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights , a 73-page handbook that was promptly, and probably predictably, pilloried with headlines like, “ Biden’s

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Transactions: First Pryority Bank partners with Teslar to automate workflows

BankInovation

First Pryority Bank selected Teslar Software to automate workflows as the bank continues on a path of expansion. The $315 million Pryor Creek, Okla.-based bank will be able to track exceptions, upload documents and automate workflows that previously required manual effort, according to a Teslar release. “Teslar’s technology, starting with pipeline and exceptions management tools, […].

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Riskified partners Novatti to provide secure payment solutions

The Paypers

US-based fraud management platform Riskified has partnered with payments company Novatti to provide more secure payment solutions.

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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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DeFi stands out as crypto’s biggest regulatory challenge

The Banker

Decentralised finance is one of the most difficult areas of crypto to regulate and could pose systemic risks if it becomes deeply embedded in the traditional financial system, central bankers warned. By Justin Pugsley.

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Neem joins hands with BPC

The Paypers

Neem , a Pakistan-based embedded finance platform, has joined hands with BPC to develop its embedded finance technology stack.

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CFPB targets 'junk' fees with White House backing

American Banker

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Alipay enables transfers to WeChat users via QR codes

The Paypers

Payment platform Alipay and digital payment provider WeChat have launched a feature that permits inter-platform transfers.

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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.

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Neobank aims to crack the code of finance for freemasons

American Banker

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Floryn raises EUR 65 million in financing from NatWest

The Paypers

Netherlands-based fintech company Floryn has raised a total of EUR 65 million in financing from NatWest.

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Former Russell Investments CEO speaks to 'strong sisterhood' in banking

American Banker

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Open Banking relevant to 78% of fintechs, says Discover Global Network

The Paypers

A study by 451 Research commissioned by Discover Global Network has identified trends shaping the fintech ecosystem: connected commerce, Open Banking, embedded finance, and real-time payments.

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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.