Mon.Nov 29, 2021

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3 ways banks can seize wealth management momentum

Accenture

All eyes on a market in motion The wealth management landscape is expanding and evolving so fast that it’s essentially uncharted territory for many middle market banks. Total global household wealth has grown significantly in recent years, jumping 7.4% in 2020 despite the pandemic. We’re also seeing the steady transfer of assets from older to younger….

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Market Commentary: Week of November 29, 2021

SWBC's LenderHub

Last Week. Another crazy week in a wild year. We spent the first three days of the week ratcheting up the odds of the potential of a faster Fed taper and earlier policy rate hikes, then we spent the day after the Thanksgiving holiday reversing those odds in near panic mode.

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Listen: Opportunities in crypto for banks, FIs

BankInovation

As interest and investment in cryptocurrency spikes this year, banks and financial institutions (FIs) must decide whether and how to become involved, or potentially lose revenue and customers if they opt out. This is the message from Lawrence Pruss, senior vice president at Memphis, Tenn.-based Strategic Resource Management (SRM) in this episode of "The Buzz" […].

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How Neobanks are Redefining “Communities” for Banking in the Digital Economy

Banking Exchange

Challenger banks or neobanks have gained rapid adoption due to their ability to meet customers in the channel of their choice Technology Feature3 Fintech Feature Digital Neobanks.

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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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FDITECH Sprint attracts AWS, Google and fintechs to solve financial system challenges

BankInovation

The Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC) recently made available the demos of its first FDITECH Sprint, a contest held in September that focused on reaching unbanked customers via fintech solutions. The winning ideas included those that leverage technology to provide loans to small businesses in underserved communities; offer savings accounts and financial education for minority […].

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Citigroup alum Matt Zhang launches $1.5B crypto-investing venture

BankInovation

Former Citigroup Inc. executive Matt Zhang is launching a $1.5 billion venture focused on cryptocurrency-related investments and has hired Sam Peurifoy — an ex-Goldman Sachs analyst known for his online gaming persona “Das Kapitalist” — to lead a dedicated “play-to-earn” strategy. The New York-based investment firm, named Hivemind Capital Partners, has received “a decent amount […].

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U.S. Bank to Donate Minneapolis Branch to Nonprofit Community

Banking Exchange

Converted branch will include affordable housing, commercial and outdoor spaces, nonprofit services, and arts and cultural destinations Community Banking Feature3 Feature Fair Lending Diversity Inclusion Human Rights Small Business.

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CA DFPI proposes rule to require registration of consumer financial services providers

CFPB Monitor

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is seeking comments on a proposed rulemaking under the California Consumer Financial Protection Law (CCFPL). The proposal would implement the authority that the CCFPL gives the DFPI to require companies that provide financial products and services to California consumers to register with the DFPI and to require registered companies “to generate and provide records to facilitate oversight of registrants and detect risks to C

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Banking System Conditions Improved in 2021 as Banks Remain Strong

Banking Exchange

Fed flags cybersecurity and operational resilience as priorities for large banks Risk Management Feature3 Feature Financial Research Lines of Business The Economy Cyberfraud/ID Theft Security Online Operational Risk.

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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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Federal banking agencies Issue “Crypto Asset Roadmap” for 2022 guidance; OCC confirms prior interpretive letters on crypto (but adds no-objection requirement)

CFPB Monitor

The Federal Reserve Board, FDIC, and OCC (collectively, the “Agencies”) issued on November 23 a short Joint Statement on Crypto-Asset Policy Sprint Initiative and Next Steps (“Joint Statement”), which announced – without further concrete detail – that they had assembled a “crypto asset roadmap” in order to provide greater clarity in 2022 to banks on the permissibility of certain crypto-asset activities.

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Wells Fargo Commits $1m to Support Historically Black Colleges and Universities Graduation Rates

Banking Exchange

Graduation rates among HBCU students currently among the lowest for all students Community Banking Feature3 Feature Diversity Inclusion Human Rights Fair Lending.

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Westpac admits it broke law and agrees to pay $113m in penalties

TheGuardian

Asic hit bank with six lawsuits over shoddy treatment of customers – including charging dead people fees Follow our live blog for the latest updates Get our free news app ; get our morning email briefing Westpac has admitted it broke the law and agreed to pay penalties totalling $113m after the corporate regulator hit the bank with six lawsuits over shoddy treatment of customers that included charging dead people fees and lambasted the bank for a “poor compliance culture” that needs urgent impro

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BOB Financial and NPCI launch Bank of Baroda credit cards on RuPay platform

The Paypers

India-based acquirer BOB Financial has partnered with NPCI to launch BoB Credit Cards (Easy and Premier variants) on the JCB network, supporting global card acceptance.

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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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Merchants Bank’s 10 Days of Giving Food Drive Kicks Off 33rd Year

MerhantsBanks

WINONA, Minn. – Merchants Bank kicked off the 33rd annual 10 Days of Giving food drive on Monday morning. The drive runs December 1-10 and benefits the food shelf programs operated by Winona Volunteer Services (WVS). Through the first 32 years, more than 4 million pounds of food have been collected. Co-Chairs Jennifer Welch and […].

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Ingenico launches PPaaS, its Payments Platform as a Service offer

The Paypers

Ingenico , a France-based payments company and a Worldline brand, has rolled out PPaaS to enable merchants to create commerce and payment options for their customers.

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Meeting the Customer Affordability Challenge at Speed and scale

FICO

Many lenders’ back-offices continue to be weighed down by legacy customer affordability systems. Updating them to meet rapidly changing market conditions has become hugely time-consuming and a typically onerous challenge. But there are quick wins when it comes to ensuring the adoption of true customer-centricity. The notion of affordability has evolved and increased in sophistication during the past 30 years as businesses refined and improved their models.

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BISON introduces savings plans for cryptocurrencies

The Paypers

Germany-based crypto platform BISON of the stock exchange Boerse Stuttgart Group has enabled users to create savings plans for tradable cryptocurrencies in the app and the desktop version of BISON.

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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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ESG requirements for Nairobi companies

Bankelele

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has launched an environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures guidance manual for listed companies on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The guidance was developed with the Global Reporting Institute (GRI) as a proactive initiative by the NSE ahead of more formal rules expected from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA).

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Saudi Arabia to grant operating license to more digital banks

The Paypers

Saudi Central Bank ( SAMA ) Governor Fahd Al-Mubarak has announced that the Kingdom will grant operating license to more digital banks.

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6 Digital Banking Transformation Trends for 2022

The Financial Brand

Banking still lags in several key areas of transformation. The difference now is that the urgency to move forward quickly is much greater. The post 6 Digital Banking Transformation Trends for 2022 appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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ING partners with Amazon for cashback via DealWise

The Paypers

Netherlands-based bank ING has announced partnering with ecommerce platform Amazon to offer cashback for purchases via the ING shopping platform ‘DealWise’

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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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Why New York Community Bank is minting stablecoins

American Banker

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ComBank and PayHere join forces for enhanced ecommerce experience

The Paypers

Sri Lanka-based bank Commercial Bank of Ceylon ( ComBank ) has announced its partnership with local fintech PayHere to provide users of the Q+ Payment app a secure and user-friendly e-shopping experience.

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What does Jack Dorsey's departure as Twitter CEO mean for Square?

American Banker

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Arvato Supply Chain Solutions, H&M Group extend cooperation

The Paypers

Arvato Supply Chain Solutions and the H&M Group have extended their partnership for the expansion of the distribution centre in Stryków, Poland, according to textileworld.com.

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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.