Thu.Oct 13, 2022

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4 takeaways from Michael Barr’s DC Fintech Week speech

Payments Dive

The Federal Reserve’s vice chair for supervision stressed caution for banks’ ties to crypto and spotlighted how stablecoins differ from other digital assets.

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Bankers’ bonuses double since 2008 crash, TUC study finds

TheGuardian

There is ‘no justification for lifting the cap’ on bonuses, said general secretary Frances O’Grady Bankers’ bonuses have doubled since the 2008 financial crash, according to research by the TUC, which accuses the government of enriching City financiers while “holding down” the pay of key workers. The unions’ umbrella body said bonuses in finance and the insurance sector have reached a record £20,000 a year on average – which it says is almost one-and-a-half times the average pay collected by tea

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Tips from Mastercard-backed fintech founders

Payments Dive

As the startup environment shifts, founders of fintechs that have received support from Mastercard shared their thoughts on culture, evolving technology and embracing the unknown.

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Bank of England warns mortgage defaults to rise in months ahead

TheGuardian

Survey of lenders paints gloomy picture of new deals drying up and end to ‘golden era’ of cheap mortgages The number of mortgage defaults are expected to rise in the coming months, according to Bank of England data released on Thursday, while the number of new loans will continue to fall amid warnings that the “golden era” of cheap deals is ending. The UK central bank’s latest quarterly credit conditions survey paints a gloomy picture, with the number of mortgage deals already falling before the

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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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Reduce cyber risk as digital bill payment options expand

Payments Dive

“Not all payment platform companies are managing operational and security as judiciously as they could, and that will eventually result in costly payment failures, customer friction, or potentially a breach,” writes PayNearMe Vice President Tim Murphy.

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Stripe CEO praises European regulation over US

Payments Dive

Patrick Collison, who founded the company with his brother, gave an edge to the European Union in creating a regulatory regime where fintechs are thriving.

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This week’s podcast episode: Use of the FDIC name and logo: proceed with caution

CFPB Monitor

We discuss the FDIC’s final rule on misuse of the FDIC name or logo, advisory to insured banks on deposit insurance and dealings with crypto companies, and cease and desist letters to five crypto companies alleging they made false and misleading statements about deposit insurance. We also discuss the CFPB’s circular warning that a misrepresentation involving the FDIC name or logo can constitute a UDAAP violation.

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Deliveroo, Klarna partner to offer Eat Now, Pay Later

The Paypers

Online food delivery company Deliveroo has partnered with Sweden-based Buy Now, Pay Later platform Klarna to offer customers the possibility to buy groceries and takeout food on credit.

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Apple partners Goldman Sachs for savings account | Goldman’s Marcus facing uncertain future | Google partners with Coinbase for web 3 payment solution

Bussman Advisory

FinTech Ecosystem Insights by Bussmann Advisory is our weekly newsletter with over 40’000 subscribers across different social media channels, summarizing relevant news and reports related to ecosystems around disruptive technologies, highlighting key updates from the industry as well as our portfolio companies: Apple partners Goldman Sachs for savings account Goldman’s Marcus facing uncertain future amid sky-high losses and staff discontent Google Cloud partners with Coinbase for

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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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Payload partners with SoftPro to digitise closing payouts

The Paypers

US-based fintech Payload has started collaborating with Premier Data Services to launch an integration with SoftPro , a provider of escrow and closing software.

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Fintech Funding: GoHenry raises $55M

BankInovation

Fintech GoHenry, which provides pre-paid debit cards and a financial education app for children, on Wednesday announced it has raised $55 million in a series B funding round and plans to expand into new markets with new features. Existing investors Edison Partners and Revaia joined the latest funding round with new capital from Italian fintech […].

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MarketFinance secures GBP 30 mln credit facility from Viola

The Paypers

Fintech credit and payment company MarketFinance has secured GBP 30 million from Viola to expand its B2B Pay Later embedded finance offering for SMEs.

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Farmers taps Teslar to automate lending ops

BankInovation

Farmers State Bank is partnering with Teslar Software to automate its commercial lending operations. The $81 million bank plans to first leverage Teslar’s indirect lending solution to better manage exceptions and past due loans before adding other modules over time, according to a release. “Our bank has steadily grown over the past decade, and it […].

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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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Don’t become a victim of ACH fraud – here’s how

PopularBank

ACH transactions are electronic payments or money transfers over the automated clearing house (ACH) network. The ACH network can be used to process transactions such as direct debits, direct deposits, direct payments, electronic checks, and electronic funds transfers. Unfortunately, these types of transactions can be susceptible to ACH fraud. ACH transactions are more common than you might think.

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Podcast: Practices to accelerate a bank’s DEI journey

ABA Community Banking

“Diverse teams who have cohered at a team — this means they’ve done some work — outperform homogenous teams,” says ABA SVP Naomi Mercer. “Diverse teams who haven’t done that work of inclusion underperform homogenous teams.” On the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast — sponsored by SmartStream — Mercer goes beyond diversity [.].

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BNP Paribas to acquire Kantox

The Paypers

BNP Paribas has agreed to acquire Kantox , a UK-based currency management automation company, for USD 133 million.

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Custodia cries foul over regulators giving BNY Mellon green light for crypto

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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Wholesale firms prepare for the FCA’s new Consumer Duty

The Banker

The Financial Conduct Authority expects the Consumer Duty to lead to a major shift in financial services. Wholesale firms will need to ensure they are ready to implement the changes required to comply. By Elisabeth Øverland and Mark Kalderon of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.

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How one credit union addressed cannabis banking compliance

American Banker

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Tink partners with Snoop to facilitate money saving for Brits

The Paypers

Financial management app Snoop has partnered with Tink to offer customers personalised insights into how they can cut on their bills, grow savings, and pay debt.

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How Apple's high-yield account encourages saving through spending

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.

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Citi to launch 24/7 Clearing in Q4 2022 for cross-border payments

The Paypers

US-based Citi Treasury and Trade Solutions has announced plans to launch ‘24/7 Clearing’ as a service, starting with 24/7 USD Clearing in Q4 2022.

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4 perspectives for bankers to note in the industry's data-sharing debate

American Banker

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BNY Mellon launches Digital Asset Custody in US

The Paypers

BNY Mellon has announced that its Digital Asset Custody platform is live in the US, with select clients now able to hold and transfer Bitcoin and Ether.

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Three MUFG Union branches to be sold as part of U.S. Bank deal

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.