Chris Skinner
JULY 4, 2017
I’ve written a column for The Banker magazine for the last 15 years and, during that time, have collected their special July edition each year. Every July The Banker publishes their analysis of the Top 1000 banks in the world. In the 1990s, the top 10 were mainly Japanese; in the 2000s, American; and today, Chinese. This year is particularly interesting as there is a clear impact of Brexit on the British banks.
Bank Innovation
JULY 6, 2017
What do mortgage lending and music streaming have in common? More than one would think. In fact, mortgage lenders could stand to learn a few lessons from how music services such as Spotify interact with consumers, according to Vishal Garg, founder and CEO of Better Mortgage. Better, an online mortgage lender utilizing machine learning to […].
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Payments Dive
JULY 6, 2017
The retail landscape is evolving rapidly as emerging technologies and trends are changing expectations of the in-store experience. As retailers look to find their place in this brave new world, many are now seeing payments as an opportunity.
PYMNTS
JULY 5, 2017
The Hive Project, a company that uses cryptocurrency and Ethereum blockchain for trade financing , has launched its platform. The company announced Friday (June 30) that its portal is up and running to link SMEs to trade financing by turning unpaid invoices into tradable assets. Every invoice is assigned a unique fingerprint, the firm said, by tokenizing each bill and linking them onto the blockchain.
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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
Chris Skinner
JULY 5, 2017
I spend a lot of time talking with my friends in Turkey, particularly since the big change in climate after the protests last year. Nevertheless, from a financial markets point of view, it’s a fascinating place. One of the first to be contactless and, more recently, one of the first to offer social retail banking. If nothing else, I love Turkey for their cheesy adverts: In this latest update BKM, the ACH for most of the retail banks, provides the story of Troy, the first and only nation
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Payments Dive
JULY 5, 2017
Mobile wallets, security and Alipay were just a few of the many discussions that took place at the recent conference in Copenhagen.
PYMNTS
JULY 6, 2017
API technology is opening new doors for the world of financial services, a trend that cultivates cooperation and collaboration between FinTechs and banks, once considered competitors. With the speed of payments accelerating and Same Day ACH initiatives continuing to roll out, NACHA has pulled together a group of industry experts to explore API standardization as a way to facilitate faster payment speeds and greater transaction security, among other use cases.
Chris Skinner
JULY 6, 2017
Last week was Money 2020 Europe week. This year a gathering of 6,000 odd people – and I mean ODD – assembled in Copenhagen to talk all things FinTech and stuff. That’s 50 percent up on last year’s first outing and, due to the numbers and a few brown envelopes from the Dutch, the whole shindig moves to Amsterdam next year. I had various duties during the week, including hosting a panel on the challenge of large banks replacing their core systems.
Bank Innovation
JULY 7, 2017
The introduction of yet another bank-branded digital wallet service hasn’t exactly shifted the world of payments on its axis. Citi Pay, Citi Bank’s digital wallet (and P2P service, thanks to the bank’s integration with the ever-expanding Zelle network) launched in the U.S. yesterday. Citi customers can now use the wallet for online and in-app transactions, enabled […].
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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
Abrigo
JULY 6, 2017
It’s been more than six months since the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) issued its revised member business lending (MBL) rule in January 2017. Among other things, the new MBL rule further defines the difference between commercial and member business loans and states that non-member loans do not count toward the statutory MBL cap. With the new rule in effect, the NCUA has received several questions regarding its implications.
Payments Dive
JULY 7, 2017
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Chris Skinner
JULY 3, 2017
The British Bankers’ Association released their The Way We Bank annual report last Thursday. It was interesting. Here are the key highlights: Over the past five years customers’ activity on banking apps rocketed by 354%, with apps now an increasingly popular way to access current accounts rising from 21% of access in 2012 to 61% by the start of 2017.
Bank Innovation
JULY 5, 2017
Machine learning and artificial intelligence have made waves in the lending space recently, but human underwriters are by far not out of the picture. That’s according to OnDeck’s Chief Financial Officer Howard Katzenberg. “What we want to do is be great at both the algorithmic and analytic part, as well as [maintain] a human element,” […].
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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.
PYMNTS
JULY 6, 2017
The world’s not ready for the Internet of Things (IoT). Oh, consumers are excited, and they have embraced connected commerce with both thumbs — and their voice. People have embraced smart technology such as the Apple Watch, Amazon Echo, Fitbit and even connected scales and blood pressure monitors by Withings. PYMNTS’ study in collaboration with Visa, “ How We Will Pay ,” quantifies just how many people are on board.
Payments Dive
JULY 7, 2017
It's time for a look back at last month's most-read articles and blog posts on Mobile Payments Today.
Chris Skinner
JULY 7, 2017
Building on yesterday’s blog, Money2020 has an official Money Magazine to go with the European show, produced by Norfico. I was picked as one of a few commentators to talk about what’s going on in the world and was featured in the magazine, which you can find and download here. Anywho, for blog purposes, I thought I would record the final interview notes and share for those interested.
Bank Innovation
JULY 5, 2017
Payments between individuals and companies will be a lot more mobile in the future, according to consumers. Turns out, the majority of consumers (who have grown used to being paid via direct deposit or electronic transfer anyway) believe that future payments between consumers and corporations will be exchanged via mobile app, according to a survey […].
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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.
PYMNTS
JULY 7, 2017
While there are many reasons why small merchants should be able to take digital and online payments — including better conversion rates, wider exposure to a bigger audience and better data about consumers — Dusty Gomez, SMB product leader at Vantiv , says it all comes down to one main idea: The consumer lifestyle is evolving to a point where customers are constantly on the go.
Bobsguide
JULY 5, 2017
According to the 2017 Retail Banking Trends and Predictions report, the top strategic priority for banking institutions around the world is improving customer experience. To achieve this goal, banks need to offer consumers the flexibility to engage via their preferred channels at their preferred.
Chris Skinner
JULY 5, 2017
Things we’re reading today include … Deutsche Bank Makes Plans to Bolster Frankfurt Hub in London Retreat German banks pose a threat that politicians want to hide Hackers steal Bitcoin funds from Bithumb exchange traders Lloyds Bank overhauls top team as Antonio Horta-Osorio looks to the future Worldpay suffers reversal of fortune Worldpay unveils £9.1bn merger deal with US rival Vantiv Fewer City watchdog probes leading to further action, report shows EU and Japan promise to commit
Bank Innovation
JULY 5, 2017
Vantiv is expanding its role in international payments, with its latest move gaining it a firm foothold in the United Kingdom. The American payment processor, headquartered in Ohio, has just closed a deal with London-based payment processor WorldPay. Vantiv’s former British competitor has agreed — in principle — to be acquired by the company for […].
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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.
PYMNTS
JULY 7, 2017
One bottle of your finest Amazon reserve label wine, please? This is now a reality for the eCommerce giant as it rolls into the winemaking realm. The Next Wines brand of wines has been specifically developed by private label vineyard King Vintners on behalf of Amazon. Currently, Next Wines is offering up three bottles, which include the 2016 Willamette Valley Pinot Gris, 2014 Columbia Valley Red Blend and 2015 Oregon Pinot Noir.
Let's Talk Payments
JULY 6, 2017
The modern business landscape has evolved. The core business focus has moved from operational excellence to innovation. The customer is now at the center of the pyramid, around which processes.
Chris Skinner
JULY 4, 2017
Things we’re reading today include: Europe’s top bank watchdog makes case for optimism More than 80,000 Italians apply for just 30 bank jobs, as economy remains in doldrums Plan to put a mini computer screen on bank cards France to propose new measures to lure City banks to Paris FSA warned Lloyds in 2012 about risk of ‘potential fraud’ at HBOS Reading Tesco Bank boss Benny Higgins to step down after a decade Worldpay shares soar further on takeover approaches Worldpay merger w
Bank Innovation
JULY 3, 2017
The rise of fintech startups and financial services companies espousing financial literacy programs, good financial health practices, and budgeting tools for consumers hasn’t changed one crucial fact: underbanked U.S. households are still underbanked. “I have seen a lot of [new] people in credit, but relatively little at the lower end,” Marla Blow, CEO and founder of […].
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