Wed.Jul 20, 2022

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Feds crack down on improper payments

Payments Dive

A federal government report released this week takes aim at the problem of fraudulent public benefit payments, which mushroomed to $281 billion for fiscal year 2021.

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Back to in-person events (for now) and loving it!

Accenture

The recent nCino nSight 2022 conference in Raleigh, North Carolina, was the first large-scale, in-person event I’ve attended in over two years. Although the presentations at the event were very informative and insightful, (look below for our nSight 2022 key session summary), I’m not going to discuss those here. Instead, I’d like to focus on…. The post Back to in-person events (for now) and loving it!

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BNPL will evolve as providers tweak the model

Payments Dive

“Challengers frequently believe BNPL 1.0 is what it is, and will not evolve,” writes Brian Shniderman, CEO of Opy, a U.S. subsidiary of Australian payments fintech Openpay. “But it can, and very recently, it has proven that it will.

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For Now, Focus is on Europe

South State Correspondent

For Now, Focus is on Europe. Treasuries are finding a bid this morning as concerns re-emerge over possible energy disruptions in Europe which could slow the global economy. The EU proposed the union cut gas consumption by 15% to be better prepared for a possible full cut-off of gas by Russia heading into the winter months. With the Ukraine war showing no signs of improvement the gas supply situation is likely to be a continuing thorn in the side of the European economy, and it will only worsen a

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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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Who Owns Digital? Ugh, That’s the Problem for Bankers

Gonzobanker

The lack of ownership in driving digital transformation is a huge roadblock for financial institutions. In my digital transformation work with Cornerstone Advisors clients, I often ask executives a simple question: “Who owns digital?” The most common responses are: 1) blank stare, 2) scrunched face of contemplation, and 3) “a lot of different people.

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IBM prioritizes hybrid-cloud, AI in second quarter

BankInovation

IBM leaned into its hybrid-cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) strategies in the second quarter to offer its partners and clients technical capabilities to improve innovation, productivity and scale their organizations. “Hybrid-cloud is about offering clients a platform that can straddle multiple public cloud, private clouds, and on-premise properties, all the way to the edge,” IBM […].

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LIBOR committee publishes ‘playbook’ as a guide for final year of conversion

CFPB Monitor

In 2017, the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the regulator that oversees the panel of banks on whose submissions LIBOR is based, announced plans to discontinue LIBOR after 2021. The FCA subsequently announced that no LIBOR indices will be available after June 30, 2023. In anticipation of the elimination of LIBOR, the Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (FRBNY) convened the Alternative Reference Rates Committee (ARRC) to identify alternative indice

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Adapting lending policies in a ‘negative-for-long’ scenario

BankUnderground

Miguel García-Posada and Sergio Mayordomo. In February, the Bank hosted its inaugural Bank of England Agenda for Research (BEAR) conference, with the theme of ‘The Monetary Toolkit’ As part of our occasional series of Guest Posts by external presenters at Bank research events, the authors of one paper from the BEAR conference outline their findings on the effect of negative rates on Spanish banks….

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Crypto.com gets regulatory approval in Italy

The Paypers

Crypto.com has received registration and regulatory approval from the Organismo Agenti e Mediatori (OAM) in Italy as a provider of virtual currency and digital wallet services.

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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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Visa in talks to invest in fintech startup Airwallex

BankInovation

Payments giant Visa Inc. is in talks to join an extension of the fintech startup Airwallex’s latest funding round, according to people familiar with the matter. The Tencent Holdings Ltd.-backed startup is seeking to raise $100 million to $150 million in an extension to its series E round, the people said. Some of the startup’s […].

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Central banks in the ASEAN region to develop common cross-border QR payments

The Paypers

The central banks of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand have partnered to develop an interoperable cross-border payments system.

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Transactions: Pidgin, Bankers’ Bank partner up

BankInovation

Real-time payments platform Pidgin and community bank services provider Bankers’ Bank are partnering to simplify and streamline payment processes. Customers of $250 million Bankers’ Bank — with more than 250 community banking customers in Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico — can now send payments directly between financial institutions without a third-party holding account or virtual […].

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Hyosung America launches four digital cash solutions

The Paypers

ATMs and TCRs manufacturer Hyosung America has launched four new retail products that bridge innovation in modular design and cash-automation 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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FATF’s Travel Rule faces implementation issues

The Banker

The Financial Action Task Force’s attempts to bring virtual assets under anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism regulations has run into some teething problems. James King reports.

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Pakistan launches app for passport-related payments

The Paypers

The Directorate-General of Immigration and Passports of Pakistan (DGIP) has announced the launch of a mobile app for making online payments for passports.

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Social Media Tips and Tricks

Image Works Direct

Take your social media to the next level! We’ve seen our clients get great results implementing these tips and tricks. We hope they help your social strategy as well! .

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AvidXchange partners with Member Driven Technologies

The Paypers

AvidXchange , a US-based provider of accounts payable (AP) automation software and payment solutions, has announced a partnership with Member Driven Technologies (MDT) , a credit union service organisation.

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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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Crypto-related deposit outflows worry Signature Bank investors

American Banker

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Feedzai and Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia partner

The Paypers

Feedzai , a RiskOps platform for financial risk management, and Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia (ARBM) have announced a partnership which will see Feedzai’s solution implemented onto the platform.

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Voyager is the tip of the iceberg

American Banker

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Plum rolls out personal finance app in Belgium

The Paypers

Smart money app Plum has expanded to a new market in Europe, announcing its official launch in Belgium.

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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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ABA names a new head of innovation

American Banker

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YouTube partners with Shopify to launch shopping feature

The Paypers

YouTube has set to launch new shopping features, in partnership with Shopify , allowing viewers and creators to feature their products on their channels.

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Comerica shrugs off recession fears, sees more loan growth ahead

American Banker

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Sudan's Bloom raises USD 6.5 mln in seed round

The Paypers

Sudan-based Bloom , a fintech that offers savings account and adjacent digital banking services, has raised a USD 6.5 million seed round.

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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.