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Discover adds $799M to bolster reserves

Payments Dive

The card network opted to increase the card misclassification remediation reserve, based in part on discussions with regulators, executives said Thursday.

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Driving Inclusion Through Effective Communication: 5 Strategies for Financial Leaders

Jack Henry

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are more than just buzzwords ; they are essential components of a successful and sustainable business. As we celebrate National Diversity Awareness Month, I want to talk about the positive impact leaders can have on DEIB within their organizations.

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Klarna overhauls credit card features

Payments Dive

The Swedish buy now, pay later pioneer revised its approach to credit cards in the U.S. market, ditching a more expensive version it touted two years ago.

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Texas Capital reports 53% jump in criticized loans, plans for more

American Banker

The first-quarter increase stemmed from higher interest rates, partial charge-offs and certain problem loans, many involving commercial real estate, executives at the Dallas bank say. Further CRE deterioration is anticipated.

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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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RPA does job of 500 people at KeyBank

BankInovation

KeyBank is using robotic process automation to boost efficiency without hiring more people. The $189 billion bank has about 300 processes automated through (RPA), Michael Reynolds, business technology executive for service digitization, said last month at Bank Automation Summit 2024 in Nashville, Tenn. “Translate that into people.

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Coventry Building Society makes £780m offer for Co-operative Bank

TheGuardian

Tentative offer follows four months of talks and could create new banking group with almost 5m customers Coventry Building Society has tentatively offered £780m to buy the Co-operative Bank from its hedge fund owners, in what could be the latest in a string of takeovers among UK lenders. The offer follows nearly four months of exclusive talks between the two lenders, which began in December.

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Stanford researchers say large language models favor white-sounding names

American Banker

Tests of models from OpenAI, Google and others found their advice tends to disadvantage names commonly associated with racial minorities and women.

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Ally launches digital products in first quarter

BankInovation

Ally Financial invested in its digital product strategy, which continues to boost customer retention rates. “We have expanded our products and features to deepen customer relationships, including Ally Home and Ally Invest,” Interim Chief Executive Doug Timmerman said today during the bank’s first-quarter earnings call.

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After bruising quarter, Synovus sees credit stability ahead

American Banker

Charge-offs and nonperforming loans rose at the Georgia bank in the first quarter. But it blamed the problem on one large client and said the matter has been resolved.

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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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Gas Station Financing Guide - Fuel Your Dreams In 2024

Commercial Lending USA

Gas station financing can be a smart move for business owners and regular people who want to expand their portfolios or start their businesses.

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8 tips to protect yourself from bank fraud and scams.

PopularBank

Defrauding others of their financial assets remains a common thread throughout history, from snake oil salespeople to modern-day digital fraudsters. Yet, despite advances in bank fraud protection, scammers continue to develop and deploy sophisticated—and successful—methods. Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission announced over $10 million in fraud losses in 2023, up 14% from the previous year.

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Podcast: How a Georgia community bank engaged employees at 3X the national rate

ABA Community Banking

According to newly released Gallup figures, just 30 percent of American workers are engaged in their work. The rest are described as disengaged, with 17 percent actively disengaged, "which means they are literally trying to sabotage the organization," notes Neil Stevens. The post Podcast: How a Georgia community bank engaged employees at 3X the national rate appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Cogo and Personetics join forces

The Paypers

Cogo , a carbon footprint tracking company, has partnered with Personetics , aiming to make it easier for banks to provide their customers with climate-conscious banking solutions.

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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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House banking panel advances measures to nullify credit card, ESG rules

American Banker

The House Financial Services Committee also sent to the full House two bipartisan bills, including one that would prevent large banks from opting out of having to recognize Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income in regulatory capital.

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Project Nemo launches to improve disability inclusion in UK fintech

The Paypers

A new initiative named Project Nemo has launched in a bid to improve disability inclusion within the fintech industry in the United Kingdom.

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Buy the People: Why the CFPB is a lightning rod government agency

American Banker

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created to protect the people from financial predation. But there are very different interpretations of what that means, and whether the people should be protected by — or from — the government.

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Commvault acquires Appranix for cloud resilience boost

The Paypers

Commvault , a provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for the hybrid cloud, has announced the acquisition of Appranix , a company specializing in cloud cyber resilience.

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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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Key is downbeat on U.S. economy, upbeat on its own outlook

American Banker

The Cleveland-based bank is projecting steady growth in net interest income even as credit losses remain manageable. But Chairman and CEO Chris Gorman also said that he thinks a recession is likely.

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Visa augments payment acceptance for 'Click-and-Mortar' shopping

The Paypers

Visa has transformed the payment landscape with streamlined solutions for seamless ‘Click-and-Mortar’ shopping experiences, bridging digital and physical retail.

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Discover cuts its profit to resolve its old merchant missteps

American Banker

Amid healthy first-quarter loan growth and improving credit quality, Discover Financial Services slashed its profits by $800 million to offset remediation costs from a 16-year period when it overcharged certain merchants.

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EDPB's view on Meta forcing users to pay for data protection

The Paypers

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has announced that online platforms, including Meta , should not require users to pay for data privacy for ad-free subscriptions.

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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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Banks Have This Major Edge Over Credit Unions. Can They Catch Up?

The Financial Brand

This article Banks Have This Major Edge Over Credit Unions. Can They Catch Up? appeared first on The Financial Brand. With the lines blurring between the benefits of credit unions vs. banks, how can credit unions become more digitally competitive? This article Banks Have This Major Edge Over Credit Unions. Can They Catch Up? appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Bankjoy partners with Pinwheel

The Paypers

Digital banking provider Bankjoy has entered a strategic collaboration with Pinwheel in a bid to deliver access to the latter’s solution to banks and credit unions.

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How loan-hungry Ally is preparing for the Fed's upcoming speed limit

American Banker

The Detroit-based company is exploring ways to make more consumer auto loans without running afoul of stricter capital standards that are expected from the Federal Reserve. Possible approaches include more securitizations and the use of credit risk transfers.

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Norway targets cryptocurrency mining with data centre law

The Paypers

Authorities in Norway have revealed their intention to introduce a new data centre law aimed at regulating operations within these facilities.

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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.