Mon.Apr 11, 2022

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Amex takes on banks in bid for new generation of clients

Payments Dive

With the launch of its new checking service, American Express aims to expand its relationship with cardmembers — and not miss out on attracting consumers drawn to debit cards.

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March CPI and More Treasury Supply Likely to Keep Pressure on Yields

South State Correspondent

March CPI and More Treasury Supply Likely to Keep Pressure on Yields. We open the week with Treasuries continuing to be on the back foot as yields probe ever higher. The 10yr is at 2.75%, the highest level since January 2019. The upward pressure on yields is likely to remain this week as the March CPI report, due tomorrow, is expected to be another ugly report.

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Market Commentary: Week of April 11, 2022

SWBC's LenderHub

Last Week. Last week was highlighted by carnage in the long end of the Treasury yield curve as both Federal Reserve Vice-Chairwoman Lael Brainard and Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank President Esther George took to the airwaves to say that the Fed would be reducing its $8+ trillion balance sheet very soon.

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Kremlin will take legal action if Russia pushed into default, minister threatens

TheGuardian

Sanctions are designed to make it difficult for Russia to make sovereign debt payments to foreign investors Russia-Ukraine war: latest updates Russia’s finance minister has said the Kremlin will take legal action if the west tries to force it to default on its sovereign debt as part of sanctions placed on the country after Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

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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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Ideation, experimentation are best practices for BaaS success

BankInovation

Banking as a service (BaaS) now represents a $7 trillion market opportunity, and financial executives are quickly moving toward offering their own services. Core provider Finastra last month published its “Banking as a Service: Outlook 2022” report, which found that 85% of bank and financial services executives are implementing BaaS solutions at their institutions, and […].

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Data will be the key to innovating finance in 2022

BankInovation

Consumers are changing the way they interact with their finances and increasingly believe that their needs are not being met by their current financial service providers. In fact, 70% of consumers would likely open an account at a different financial institution for new products. Fintechs are coming to the market every day that can easily […].

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New Floorplan Requirements for Traditional and Desktop Appraisals

SWBC's LenderHub

The way home appraisals and valuation services are conducted is changing. The introduction and wide acceptance of desktop and hybrid appraisals during the COVID-19 pandemic have led GSEs Fannie and Freddie to update and standardize the methods used to measure, calculate, and report floor plan details used in these appraisals.

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Listen: Temenos on helping banks overcome AI complexities

BankInovation

Sixty-two percent of banks say the complexity and risks associated with handling personal data for artificial intelligence (AI) often outweigh the benefits to customer experience. That’s according to The Economist Intelligence Unit survey sponsored by core provider Temenos. While data can be a challenge, there are three steps organizations can take to better manage that […].

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FTC announces $10 million settlement with auto dealerships for alleged unlawful add-on charges and discriminatory conduct

CFPB Monitor

The FTC has announced the settlement of a lawsuit filed jointly with the Illinois Attorney General against a group of auto dealerships that alleged the dealerships violated federal and state law by engaging in deceptive practices in connection with add-on charges and by discriminating against Black consumers in connection with the financing of vehicle purchases.

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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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Finance-Related Relationship Red Flags to Watch Out For

BankBazaar

Keep an eye out for these money-related red flags that may indicate bigger problems later that may not be easily fixable. Just like with everything else in your equation with your significant other, you need to be able to discuss finances, including the differences, with honesty and empathy. However, there are certain red flags that you should not ignore as they may be indicative of bigger issues later that may be awfully hard to resolve. .

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The Perfect Credit Score: Understanding the 850 FICO Score

FICO

Some of the more frequent credit score related questions people ask are around the subject of a perfect FICO® Score: . . What is the perfect FICO® Score? How can I get a perfect FICO® Score? Does anyone have a perfect FICO® Score? What’s the typical credit profile of someone who has a perfect FICO® Score? . FICO® Scores are a sequence of three-digit numbers ranging from 300-850*.

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Bolt acquires crypto payments company Wyre for $1.5B. Wyre competitors include Transak, Banxa, MoonPay, Ramp Instant, Simplex, and Stellar.

CB Insights

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Mastercard files 15 NFTs and metaverse-based trademarks

The Paypers

Mastercard has filed for 15 NFTs and metaverse-based trademarks, signalling its intention to become a player in the digital economy.

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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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Activists on left, right grabbing spotlight at bank annual meetings

American Banker

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Revolut makes Allianz Partners a global travel protection partner

The Paypers

UK-based finance app and EU-licensed bank Revolut has announced making Allianz Partners its new global travel protection partner.

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Ukraine’s financial community carries on despite Russia’s invasion

American Banker

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DoorDash releaser cheaper subscription for students

The Paypers

US-based food delivery platform DoorDash has announced a cheaper subscription call, DashPass for Students, costing shy of USD 5 per month.

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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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What Seattle Bank learned from the collapse of the Google Plex deal

American Banker

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Tribal partners a55 for entrepreneur credit alternatives

The Paypers

The payments and financing platform Tribal has partnered with a55 , a financial technology firm in Brazil, to offer credit alternatives to entrepreneurs.

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White House in no hurry to confirm key bank regulators

American Banker

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Reserve Bank of India to allow banks to open digital banking units

The Paypers

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced norms to allow commercial banks to open digital banking units (DBU), according to Business Standard.

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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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CEO of Coastal Credit Union in North Carolina to retire

American Banker

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India: Coinbase to suspend crypto payments

The Paypers

Three days after adding support for the Unified Payments Interface payment instrument in India, Coinbase has removed the feature to purchase Bitcoin using the system in India, according to Bitcoinist.

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Goldman’s special CEO bonus is rebuked by shareholder advisor

American Banker

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ZoodPay partners with Network International to enable BNPL solutions in Jordan

The Paypers

Super app focusing on lending in MENA emerging markets, ZoodPay , has partnered with enabler of digital commerce across the region, Network International , to provide BNPL solutions for merchants in Jordan.

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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.