9 perspectives on buy now/pay later that have banks watching
American Banker
AUGUST 22, 2022
BankInovation
AUGUST 23, 2022
As mobile banking becomes more widely adopted by users of all ages, the technology comes with its own drawbacks, with nearly half of mobile banking customers saying their money-related apps and financial accounts regularly lose connectivity. U.S. customers at the younger end of the age spectrum are running into problems with mobile platforms, according to […].
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SWBC's LenderHub
AUGUST 25, 2022
With rising interest rates, surging inflation, and a potential recession on the horizon, your borrowers are likely uneasy about the current economic landscape. The best way your financial institution can support them is by ensuring they are armed with information on how to best prepare for an economic downturn.
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How do you know if your accounting team is ready to automate the month-end close? Join us in this informative webinar, where we share the top 8 signs that indicate that a team has outgrown all existing tools and may be ready to embark upon month-end close automation. We will examine the process clues that help determine whether your team would be a good candidate for automation.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 23, 2022
Convera CEO Patrick Gauthier, the former head of Amazon Pay, aims to remake Western Union’s B2B unit and aid corporate clients in navigating currency volatility.
Community Banking Brief brings together the best content for Community Banking professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
South State Correspondent
AUGUST 26, 2022
Some Friendly Inflation News Appears. Treasury yields are higher this morning but off the highs of the day as today’s inflation numbers came in better-than-expected (more on that below). The market is awaiting the keynote address by Fed Chair Powell at Jackson Hole, due at 10am ET. Once we get past that event, and unless Powell is exceedingly more hawkish than expected, we could possibly see some bids returning to the market.
Abrigo
AUGUST 22, 2022
Emerging Check Fraud Trends to be Aware of It seems check fraud will never go away, it just changes its approach every opportunity. Find out what the latest iteration looks like. You might also like this webinar, "Balancing compliance risk & reward with high-risk businesses." WATCH . Takeaway 1 The lottery or sweepstakes scam is becoming popular.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 26, 2022
With plenty of cash on hand, Affirm CEO Max Levchin considers acquisitions as one of many routes for the buy now-pay later company to continue its growth.
Perficient
AUGUST 26, 2022
Background. FINRA has been collecting and disseminating fixed income transaction information through TRACE since 2002. Fixed income markets have continued to change dramatically since 2002, becoming more global while an increasing percentage of trades are made on or by electronic trading platforms. With the move to electronic trading and increased trade volume, FINRA has been considering ways to provide more timely and detailed data to the marketplace and regulators.
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Digital platforms can provide you with plenty of solutions, yet many are still intimidated by them. It's time to end that worry and embrace what could make a major difference for your bank. Understanding how they work and how to best utilize them for your banks is key toward success. In this article, Biz2X breaks down all things digital platforms, including the many advantages of embracing them.
South State Correspondent
AUGUST 24, 2022
Treasury Yields Drift Higher Ahead of Jackson Hole. Treasury yields are drifting higher this morning, but the moves are in range which is not surprising with Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole appearance approaching this Friday. The 10yr Treasury yield is back above 3.00% and is currently at 3.09% while the 2yr-10yr spread is -27bps. This drift is likely to persist until we get past the Jackson Hole event on Friday morning.
CFPB Monitor
AUGUST 24, 2022
The FTC has declined requests to extend the comment period for its proposed rule that would impose a number of new substantive and disclosure requirements on motor vehicle dealers in connection with the car buying or leasing process. . The FTC’s notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) was published in the Federal Register on July 13, 2022 with a 60-day comment period that ends on September 12, 2022.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 26, 2022
Payoneer is counting on global growth and new services to offset what CFO Michael Levine called e-commerce “softness.
ATM Marketplace
AUGUST 23, 2022
If you are involved in the financial industry, banking, fintechs or self-service banking, you have an opportunity to network and learn at the Bank Customer Experience Summit, held in Chicago from Aug. 31 to Sept. 1. But you have to act fast as online registration closes Aug. 26.
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In the ever-evolving commercial lending landscape, adaptability is key to survival and growth. As lenders navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the state of the market, alternative lending strategies have emerged as powerful tools for success. We will explore six strategies with the potential to transform lenders’ business. Understanding alternative lending strategies is crucial.
South State Correspondent
AUGUST 22, 2022
In 1983, Commodore International, with its Commodore 64 commuter, was the largest personal computer manufacturer in the market controlling over 50% of sales. By 1992, the Company was an afterthought, and by 1995 it was liquidated. Commodore’s demise is a case study of how NOT to care about your customers and why business intelligence through proper data architecture is critical.
TheGuardian
AUGUST 23, 2022
Ukrainian campaigners call for immediate end to investments, to cut funds to war and help avoid climate breakdown US and UK financial institutions have been among the leading investors in Russian “carbon bomb” fossil fuel projects, according to a new database of holdings from recent years. Campaigners in Ukraine said these institutions must immediately end such investments, to limit the funding of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and to avoid climate breakdown.
Payments Dive
AUGUST 25, 2022
The tech giant extended its payment services to more nations as competition with Samsung Pay and Apple Pay intensifies.
Bobsguide
AUGUST 25, 2022
By ditching a web of hundreds of spreadsheets and emails in favour of a TMS from Salmon Software , the liquidity management team at the Zurich Insurance business unit Switzerland and CI EMEA has been able to facilitate accurate and insightful short- and long-term cash forecasts as well as enhance its treasury payments & reporting capability. Read the whole case study at: [link].
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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.
South State Correspondent
AUGUST 21, 2022
Last week we wrote about loan-level vs. balance sheet hedging for community banks and provided our loan proposal generator ( HERE ). We compared and contrasted the two strategies and sized the market for community banks. We also shared a table that summarized the two strategies. In this article, we will discuss what community banks should look for in a hedge provider, specifically in a loan-level hedging program.
BankInovation
AUGUST 26, 2022
Armed Forces Bank (AFB) is embracing digital transformation with several newly implemented processes aimed at providing an improved customer experience during everyday transactions. The $1.6 billion bank is using automation for card controls, allowing users to monitor transactions and establish account alerts, check imaging for deposits and digital chat enhancements that run on both APIs […].
Payments Dive
AUGUST 22, 2022
Higher costs and a reduction in revenue, due to less merger and acquisition activity, are crimping the outlook for profit margin expansion at Jack Henry & Associates.
Bobsguide
AUGUST 25, 2022
Australia to host US$100m Metaverse R&D Center. Australian creative technologies business Two Bulls and Thailand’s Translucia Global Innovation are developing a Metaverse R&D Center in Australia. Located in Melbourne, Victoria, the US$100 million centre will be one of the largest in the world when operational. Developing a new interactive world.
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Commercial Lending USA
AUGUST 25, 2022
Do you need to buy or lease additional equipment to expand your business? At Commercial Lending USA, we have the solutions for you. We have expert to understand your needs and help you on financing to grow.
BankInovation
AUGUST 25, 2022
Payments fintech Highline Technologies is looking to expand into auto loan payments on the heels of raising $13 million in series A funding this week. Plano, Texas-based Highline, founded in 2020, is a platform that allows consumers to automate bill payments directly from their paychecks, helping avoid overdraft fees and transaction fails that would result in late […].
Payments Dive
AUGUST 25, 2022
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Cash App Investing and parent company Block over a December 2021 data breach.
TheGuardian
AUGUST 22, 2022
Forecasts updated after 25% and 7% rally in gas and electricity prices respectively last week Inflation in the UK will hit 18% early next year as consumers count the cost of the deepening energy crisis, one of the world’s biggest banks has predicted. Forecasters at the US financial services group Citi said it expects the consumer prices index to breach 18% in the first quarter of 2023, while the retail prices index inflation rate will soar to 21%.
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Creating a winning digital lending experience requires plenty of focus on the needs of customers and more. Biz2X Chief Product Officer Aaron Traub covers everything from how to create such an experience, areas to hone in on, pitfalls to avoid, and plenty more in this insightful article. Discover how to utilize new technology without alienating existing customers, what to emphasize when working on your platform, and how to utilize the data at your disposal while not becoming overly reliant on it.
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