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Inflation Scares Erupt Again

South State Correspondent

Inflation Scares Erupt Again. Treasuries open the holiday-shortened week on the defensive as the highest inflation reading on record in the Eurozone sent yields there higher. Oil prices resumed their rise and signs the China lockdowns are easing also contributed to higher yields. Treasuries are playing a bit of catch-up too after yesterday’s holiday with the 10yr yield jumping 12bps higher from Friday’s close.

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Why the metaverse is a megatrend banks can’t miss

Accenture

From blockchain to edge computing, I’ve always loved learning about new technologies. So when I first heard about the metaverse, I wanted to learn more about how it applies to banking. The reality is that banks can’t ignore the metaverse. It is central to every bank’s digital future. A good portion of global banking leaders…. The post Why the metaverse is a megatrend banks can’t miss appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.

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How community banks can address cybercrime

Independent Banker

Illustration by Cnythzl/iStock. Fraud and cyber attacks are on the rise, and at great expense to the industry. Community banks have a choice about addressing the problem: Remain vulnerable or be vigilant. Here are some ideas for strengthening fraud defenses. By William Atkinson. Fraud and cybercrimes continue to increase, causing challenges for community banks.

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BNPL extends to gas, groceries

Payments Dive

Buy now-pay later providers have made their financing services more available for everyday purchases, offering consumers a tool to deal with inflation.

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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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When and by Whom Should TRACE Transactions Be Reported? (Part 4 of 6)

Perficient

So far in our 6-part blog series explaining the intricacies of TRACE, we have defined TRACE reporting, detailed the prep work to be done in order to effectively report TRACE transactions , and reviewed considerations for alternative trading systems. Now, for part 4 of the series, we will delve into the details of when and by whom transactions should be reported.

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Brad M. Bolton: Community continuation

Independent Banker

Photo by Chris Williams. Community continuation is not about checking a regulatory box; it means putting a name to the people who will be the future of our banks. One of my favorite sayings my dad passed onto me is also a motto I live by: “How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving and tolerant of the weak and the strong.

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Economic pressures stress payment fintechs

Payments Dive

PayPal, Klarna and Bolt have chopped their workforces in the face of mushrooming macro-economic pressures, suggesting a potential fintech shakeout in the offing.

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Ask the Experts: Tips on Taking the CAMS Exam

Abrigo

Taking the CAMS exam: Are you ready to be a student again? These expert tips for studying and reviewing ACAMS material can help you pass the CAMS exam with flying colors. Would you like other articles on BSA/AML training in your inbox? Takeaway 1 Determine your learning style to find study practices that will help you learn and retain information. Takeaway 2 Focus on your weakest areas and use ACAMS flashcards and practice exams for review.

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3 powerful ways to craft payments value propositions

Accenture

Sustained disruption is reshaping the payments industry. Developments like new technologies, shifting consumer expectations, and the launch of central bank digital currencies are creating major changes. With changes come opportunities—but not all payments players are seizing them equally. In my previous post, we looked at some strategies that digital-native payments disruptors have used to out-grow….

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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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Strong Job Growth Continues While Wage Gains Moderate

South State Correspondent

Strong Job Growth Continues While Wage Gains Moderate. Nonfarm payrolls increased 390 thousand with those gains fairly widespread. Expectations were for 318 thousand jobs and the increase was just below April’s 436 thousand new jobs. The largest gains came in leisure and hospitality, in professional and business services, and transportation and warehousing.

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Global Payments taps former BofA exec as next CFO

Payments Dive

Josh Whipple, a former investment banker, is taking the top finance job as the company gears up for more acquisitions to capitalize on a drop in valuations.

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The effect of nonbanks in the mortgage space

Independent Banker

Josh Prejean (right) of Bank of Zachary, here with mortgage client David Rozas, says community banks must compete through customer service. Nonbank institutions continue to be serious contenders in the home lending space. We look at how community banks can counter nonbanks’ offerings through streamlined technology, customer service and other strategies.

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Use AI tools to unlock customer and employee superpowers

Accenture

Commercial banking customers value the human relationships they have with bank employees, who provide advice, support and warnings about potential problems. Customers are looking for relationships based on empathy, responsiveness, customer focus and efficient service. Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and tools that analyze data from multiple sources to provide valuable insights can endow bank….

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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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May Data Starts to Bloom

South State Correspondent

May Data Starts to Bloom. The May ISM Manufacturing Index is due at 10am ET and is expected at 54.5 vs. 55.4. The series has been softening of late, reaching a cycle high of 63.7 in March of 2021 but trending south since then. It’s still, however, above the 50 mark which divides an expanding sector from a declining one. The prices paid component in the report is expected to edge lower which will be another indicator, if it comes as expected, showing that price pressures, while still high, are st

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Cross-border payments change as they rise: report

Payments Dive

Consumers and businesses are more frequently using digital means to send payments around the world, according to Mastercard's second annual report on cross-border payments.

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Why You Shouldn’t File Income Tax Returns Earlier Than June 1st

BankBazaar

Always file your ITR promptly? Looking to file your ITR before June? Hold your horses. Here’s why you shouldn’t. Are you the sort of person that rushes to file their income tax return as early as possible so that it’s done and dusted? Are you very proud of that gold certificate the income tax department sent you for timely filing? So, if you’re mulling filing your returns before June, you might want to reconsider after reading this.

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Rebeca Romero Rainey: The power of discussion

Independent Banker

Photo by Chris Williams. Healthy debate helps us achieve an outcome where we’re all pushed to think beyond what might be readily in front of us. When’s the last time you left a meeting and found yourself saying, “I never thought about it that way before”? For me, the answer allows me to gauge how much I’ve successfully encouraged differing viewpoints.

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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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AURIGA HONOURED WITH PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL ATM INNOVATION AWARD

Bobsguide

Ground-breaking WWS ATM Acquiring Software Wins ATMIA Peter Kulik Innovation Award. Orlando, Florida 10th February 2022 – Auriga, a global software provider for the omnichannel banking and payments sector, today celebrated the winning of the Peter Kulik Innovation Award from the ATMIA, the leading non-profit trade association representing the entire global ATM industry.

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Visa's CEO braces for legislation

Payments Dive

Visa CEO Al Kelly said Sen. Dick Durbin is contemplating new legislation that would impose more pricing restrictions on the card industry. Kelly didn't elaborate and Durbin has been mum.

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Market Commentary: Week of May 30, 2022

SWBC's LenderHub

Last Week. Equities and credit sensitive bonds jumped sharply last week leaving investors wondering over the long weekend if the worst is over or whether it is a chance to exit at higher levels. The “good” news over the week was that both the U.S. and global economy is weakening faster than expectations, which in turn could allow central bankers to curtail monetary policy tightening sooner that previously thought.

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Lindsay LaNore: Managing remote employees

Independent Banker

By Lindsay LaNore, ICBA. As life settles into a new rhythm, you may find that some team members continue working remotely permanently, or that they shift to a hybrid model in which they can work remotely at least some of the time. What are some best practices for managing this new distributed workforce? Communicate expectations clearly, early and often.

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Addressing Top Enterprise Challenges in Generative AI with DataRobot

The buzz around generative AI shows no sign of abating in the foreseeable future. Enterprise interest in the technology is high, and the market is expected to gain momentum as organizations move from prototypes to actual project deployments. Ultimately, the market will demand an extensive ecosystem, and tools will need to streamline data and model utilization and management across multiple environments.

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Peter Kulik Innovation Award: How Auriga’s WWS is innovative

Bobsguide

Auriga was recently honoured with the prestigious Peter Kulik Innovation Award from the ATMIA, the leading non-profit trade association representing the entire global ATM industry. Stefano Cipollone, Auriga’s Business Development Manager, reveals why WinWebServer (WWS), the integrated ATM acquiring solution, was selected and what it means for customers.

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NMI aims to equip banks with modern payments tech

Payments Dive

As banks try to fend off competition from fintechs in merchant acquiring and processing, payments gateway NMI aims to capitalize by offering to bolster their services.

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FinCEN and OCC address cryptocurrency: responsible innovation and pervasive hype

CFPB Monitor

On May 19, 2022, the Associate Director of the Enforcement and Compliance Division of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”), Alessio Evangelista, spoke at the Chainalysis Links Conference in New York City on the topic of “The Intersection of Cryptocurrencies and National Security.” Associate Director Evangelista stressed “responsible innovation” by the cryptocurrency industry, in order to protect consumers and national security interests, as well as to combat cybercrime and othe

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Charles Potts: Being comfortable with discomfort

Independent Banker

By Charles Potts, ICBA. As ICBA’s chief innovation officer, it’s my job to push the envelope, to make people uncomfortable. And while this may sound counterintuitive to fostering successful collaborations, research suggests discomfort is normal when tackling new challenges. That uncomfortable feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you decide to try something new serves as a motivator and is why I tell community bankers: “To succeed in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, you need

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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.