Sat.Apr 09, 2022 - Fri.Apr 15, 2022

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Data Presentation Like a World-Class Banker

South State Correspondent

This week is the start of bank earnings week, and the best bankers on earth will be presenting their results. It doesn’t matter if you are in front of your shareholders, equity analysts, or boss. Sooner or later, you will need to present data to showcase your results. When making a data presentation, there is a boring way and an unforgettable way to do it.

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Can banks grab the buy now, pay later opportunity?

Accenture

Buy now, pay later (BNPL). It’s a message that appeals to customers, and it’s a growing trend that’s shaking up the credit industry. Fintechs have been moving aggressively to offer BNPL point-of-sale (POS) options for e-commerce purchases, and increasingly for purchases at brick-and-mortar shops. BNPL offers both convenience and personalization that focuses on customers’ needs. ….

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Diving Into Digital Assets: The Business Side of NFTs

Perficient

It’s 2022, and it seems all the rage in media and digital asset news is surrounding non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the Metaverse. NFTs have been around since at least 2017, when the OG CyberPunks launched. Yet, 2021 was the defining year that changed everything. It was 2021 when digital artist Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, sold his NFT, “Everydays: The First 5,000 Days,” for $69 million at Christie’s auction house, and a shocked world took notice.

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Mastercard, Interos partner on risk management tools

Payments Dive

Mastercard's new partnership with the software provider is the latest in a string of added ties to fintechs aimed at expanding its payments and risk assessment tool offering.

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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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ALM 101: Introduction to Asset/Liability Management-Part 4: Liquidity Risk

Abrigo

ALM & Measuring Liquidity Risk at Banks and Credit Unions Regulatory agencies expect financial institutions to manage liquidity risk using processes and systems commensurate with the complexity, risk profile, and scope of operations. This is the fourth post in a series. . Would you like other articles like this in your inbox? Defining Liquidity.

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A Digital Mindset: The Key to an Enhanced Strategy for Insurance Commerce

Perficient

The connection between technology and consumers in the insurance industry has never been more relevant. Although the insurance industry was already facing rising competition and customer expectations, the global pandemic forced our industry to take legacy processes and technologies, and transition to “digital” seemingly overnight. . With the rise in vaccination rates and a hopeful return to a “new normal,” it won’t be possible to put the genie back in the bottle and return to legacy operations.

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Stripe sees growth slowing this year after pandemic e-commerce boon

Payments Dive

Despite lots of opportunities to sell to the creator economy and respond to demand for embedded financial tools, the company said it won't grow as much this year as last year, citing "one-time behavioral adjustments" in 2021. The super-unicorn, valued at $95 billion last year, still expects to expand based on "explosive growth in fintech," it said in an annual letter.

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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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8 Takeaways From JPM’s Shareholder Letter

South State Correspondent

While we look at many annual reports, the two CEO missives that we never miss are Berkshire Hathaway’s and JP Morgan Chase’s (JPM) shareholder letter. We feel that as community bankers, we can learn much from Jamie Dimon (Chairman and CEO of JPM) and from Warren Buffet. Recently, JP Morgan Chase released its 64-page 2021 shareholder letter and 340-page annual report.

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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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What is TRACE Reporting? (Part 1 of 6)

Perficient

In my over thirty years of experience in the financial services industry, I have learned a thing or two about completing, reviewing, and filing various types of reports — some of which have extremely tight restrictions and constraints to which the reporter must abide. This blog marks the first of a six-part series that will explain the intricacies of reporting OTC bond transactions so that they adhere to TRACE standards.

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PayPal CFO exits for Walmart

Payments Dive

PayPal's CFO John Rainey said he would leave to join the retailer at the end of May. The exit follows a rough end to 2021 for the digital payments pioneer. One analyst said it wasn't a surprise after "a period of overpromising and under-delivering.

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Credit unions seek injunction blocking enforcement of NY law reducing debt judgment interest rate

CFPB Monitor

Three credit unions have filed a federal class action lawsuit in the Southern District of New York seeking to halt the enforcement or implementation of New York’s recently passed S.B. 5724A which would retroactively and prospectively lower the statutory annual interest rate on consumer debt judgments from 9% to 2%. The credit unions allege that the change in rates – set to take effect April 30, 2022 – violates the United States Constitution’s due process and property protections and should be

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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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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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Melior Equity Partners Announces Investment in Salmon Software

Bobsguide

Dublin, 1 April 2022: Leading Irish private equity firm, Melior Equity Partners, has agreed an investment in Salmon Software, a fast-growing financial software business that provides customers with a world-class treasury management software system. Founded by CEO John Byrne, Dublin-headquartered Salmon Software employs a total of 30 staff across its operations in Ireland and the Czech Republic.

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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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Bitcoin ATM operators to benefit from pending Florida legislation

ATM Marketplace

In a move that is sure to please owners of Bitcoin ATMs, Florida legislators have voted to clarify the state's position on cryptocurrency sales. This means that soon, crypto assets can be bought and sold between two parties in the Sunshine State without fear of regulatory repercussions.

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Predicting exchange rates

BankUnderground

Robert Czech, Pasquale Della Corte, Shiyang Huang and Tianyu Wang. Can investors predict future foreign exchange (FX) rates? Many economists would say that this is an incredibly difficult task, given the weak link between exchange rate fluctuations and the state of an economy – a phenomenon also known as the ‘exchange rate disconnect puzzle’. In a recent paper , we show that some investors in the ‘FX option market’ are indeed able to accurately forecast exchange rate returns, particu

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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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Banque Misr in Egypt automates trade finance with Finastra

Bobsguide

Banque Misr in Egypt automates trade finance with Finastra. Banque Misr extends collaboration with Finastra, selecting Fusion Trade Innovation and Fusion Corporate Channels to boost its offering and attract new customers. Dubai, UAE – April 13, 2022 – Finastra today announced that Banque Misr, the second largest national bank in Egypt with international presence, has selected Fusion Trade Innovation and Fusion Corporate Channels to digitalize its trade finance services and provide a premium user

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SEC issues guidance on crypto-asset accounting, disclosure

Payments Dive

As theft of crypto-assets rises, the Securities and Exchange Commission is pushing companies to publicly report on the potential costs from such crimes and efforts to curb hacking risks.

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Cash automation: Top trends and tips for a successful cash recycling strategy

ATM Marketplace

Despite the growing demand for digital, cash supply remains a major and mandatory part of banks' day-to-day operations. And the fact of the matter is, maximum efficiency is even more important when transaction numbers decline.

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Are branches going the way of the dinosaur?

Cisco

I fondly recall in the not-too-distant past, Bank of America radio commercials boasting about its branch network. In the lighthearted radio commercial, the person was giving directions and using the location of Bank of America branches as where to turn. This promoted how convenient Bank of America branches were in most places, almost on every street corner like Starbucks.

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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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Finastra collaborates with Microsoft to bring embedded financing options to thousands of businesses

Bobsguide

Finastra collaborates with Microsoft to bring embedded financing options to thousands of businesses with Banking as a Service. Small and medium enterprises will be able to access vital funding options faster, from within Microsoft Dynamics 365. London, UK – April 12, 2022 – Finastra today announced a Banking as a Service (BaaS) collaboration with Microsoft to bring new lending options to thousands of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) – a sector severely underserved when it comes to accessing f

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Inflation hands cards a mixed bag

Payments Dive

Higher spending due to inflation is poised to drive up credit card volumes, according to an S&P Global Market Intelligence report. Card issuers have been eager to see stronger loan growth, but if delinquencies rise, that could be concerning for the industry.

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2 reasons to attend the Bank Customer Experience Summit

ATM Marketplace

The Bank Customer Experience Summit will provide key insights into banking trends and networking opportunities for attendees.

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Wells Fargo adds 500K mobile customers in Q1

BankInovation

A rebuilt banking platform and focus on digital experience led to 500,000 new mobile customers in the first quarter for Wells Fargo, the bank announced Thursday. The $1.95 trillion bank announced plans to roll out a revamped digital banking platform last quarter, and feedback has been “very positive,” Charles Scharf, chief executive at the San […].

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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.