FDIC pushes regulators to address tokenization
Payments Dive
MARCH 12, 2024
FDIC Vice Chairman Travis Hill doesn't want the U.S. Tokenization could be a "major leap" for the monetary system. to be left out.
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Payments Dive
MARCH 12, 2024
FDIC Vice Chairman Travis Hill doesn't want the U.S. Tokenization could be a "major leap" for the monetary system. to be left out.
PYMNTS
MARCH 19, 2020
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ( FDIC ) gave the green light to an application from the FinTech firm Square to create a de novo industrial bank in Utah, the agency said on Wednesday (March 18). Square Financial Services will originate commercial loans to the retailers that use Square for payments. Square, Inc.
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Payments Dive
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
The card issuer added a former FDIC regional director to its board as it grapples with regulatory scrutiny.
PYMNTS
JULY 22, 2020
Brex , the San Francisco financial technology startup, is offering FDIC insurance on its no-fee cash management account, the company announced Wednesday (July 22). The new feature in Brex Cash allows customers the choice to hold cash savings with FDIC insurance, or invest in Money Market Funds.
Perficient
DECEMBER 1, 2023
In various press releases, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has highlighted that an estimated $16.3 Despite this proactive approach, federal banking regulators either neglected to review the same documents or did so without taking necessary action before the bank failed.
Perficient
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Recognizing that regulated and non-regulated financial institutions seek to engage in cryptocurrency and crypto asset activities, the three largest federal bank regulators, the Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, recently issued a joint statement on crypto assets.
Payments Dive
JANUARY 4, 2023
The regulators didn't go so far as to create new rules around bank-crypto partnerships, but said they're "continuing to assess" if — and how — such tie-ups can proceed safely.
CFPB Monitor
AUGUST 23, 2022
The FDIC has issued new supervisory guidance (FIL-40-2022) on multiple non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees arising from the re-presentment of the same unpaid transaction. In the guidance, the FDIC addresses potential risks arising from multiple re-presentment NSF fees, risk mitigation practices, and the FDIC’s supervisory approach. .
Perficient
APRIL 2, 2021
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Bank Innovation
JULY 25, 2017
Varo applied for a banking charter from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), as well as for a charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currenc, in the hopes of forming “Varo Bank,” the mobile banking startup announced today. Want a national bank that’s mobile-only? So does Varo Money.
Payments Dive
APRIL 8, 2022
The regulator said it supports safe and sound innovations, but is concerned that the risks associated with crypto assets and crypto-related activities are not well understood.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 3, 2019
The Federal Reserve Board, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), FinCEN , the OCC and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors participated in issuing the definitions and guidelines. Businesses offering CBD , which is derived from hemp, continue to have trouble processing payments and maintaining bank accounts.
Abrigo
JULY 22, 2022
Cryptocurrency regulation is on the horizon The ups and downs of the cryptocurrency scene have illuminated a need for guidance for traditional financial institutions. Takeaway 2 While these financial products are appealing, the lack of stability and consumer protections surrounding them are a concern for the FDIC. ? . What's next.
PYMNTS
JUNE 29, 2020
In today’s top news, Germany’s deputy finance minister wants to restructure accounting firm regulations, and consumers are turning away from travel rewards cards. FDIC) is looking to modernize bank reporting. FDIC Looks To Modernize Bank Reporting. Plus, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Consumers Sour On Travel Rewards Cards.
CFPB Monitor
JUNE 18, 2019
Last week, the FDIC published its Consumer Compliance Supervisory Highlights that provides observations about its consumer compliance supervision activities in 2018. The FDIC’s anonymized exam findings include: Overdraft Programs. Regulation E – Mistakes Made in the Consumer Liability/Error Resolution Process.
Perficient
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Once published by regulators, Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory CoE will be here to walk our clients through the changes. YOU MAY ENJOY: Regulatory Reporting in Financial Services Modernizing CRA Regulations Managing compliance risk frameworks in alignment with existing risk profiles is crucial as customer needs evolve.
CFPB Monitor
APRIL 7, 2022
The FDIC has issued the March 2022 edition of Consumer Compliance Supervisory Highlights which includes a description of some of the most significant consumer compliance issues identified by FDIC examiners during consumer compliance examinations conducted in 2021. Fair lending.
PYMNTS
JANUARY 7, 2019
In Ireland, reported CryptoGlobe , the Irish cabinet has approved legislation that will bring more regulation to the sector. Separately, in India, the action toward crypto regulation seems to be … inaction. The site noted that the new rules still await passage by the country’s legislative body. In the U.S.,
CFPB Monitor
NOVEMBER 19, 2018
Thirteen Republican Senators have sent a letter to FDIC Chairman Jelena McWilliams urging the FDIC to take action to ensure that lawful businesses are no longer at risk of adverse financial consequences as a result of “Operation Choke Point, and its associated culture and Choke Point-like regulatory actions.”.
CFPB Monitor
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
This is significant, as a federal banking regulator is confirming that both co-marketing and desk rental arrangements are permissible if the fees paid bear a reasonable relationship to the fair market value of marketing or rental costs. The order reflects that all of the agreements were terminated. million dollars.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
The House committee held a hearing on the idea after Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks in July proposed a new special purpose national banking charter for payments companies. FDIC), the states and the courts. However, the banking industry doesn’t like that one bit. “We Specific Concerns .
CFPB Monitor
AUGUST 1, 2018
The regulation defines a brokered deposit as “any deposit that is obtained, directly or indirectly, from or through the mediation or assistance of a deposit broker.” The FDIC has not yet responded. Congressmen Luetkemeyer and Tipton assert that the FAQ is inconsistent with the definition of “deposit broker” under 12 C.F.R.
Perficient
JUNE 10, 2022
One of the greater concerns, in both the crypto community as well as financial regulators and government, is the value stability of the crypto asset. Regulators must therefore balance the need for stability and regulatory control with the need to allow innovation in the crypto marketplace.
CFPB Monitor
APRIL 28, 2022
As the number and frequency of cyber attacks continue to grow, regulators have attempted to enhance cybersecurity protections via increased and more rigid incident reporting obligations, leading to a constantly shifting regulatory patchwork of varying disclosure and timing obligations. Effective date: April 1, 2022. Bank service providers.
Independent Banker
DECEMBER 31, 2022
The FDIC approved a final rule to increase initial base deposit insurance assessment rates by 2 basis points until the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) achieves the FDIC’s long-term goal of a reserve ratio of 2% of insured deposits. The FDIC’s long-term goal for the reserve ratio of insured deposits. Source: FDIC.
PYMNTS
JANUARY 10, 2019
FDIC) was founded in 1933 that an entire year went by without a bank going under. The reasons: economic expansion, President Donald Trump’s corporate tax changes and regulations put in place after the recession that are improving the risk at banks. Citing Bloomberg, CNBC noted that the largest U.S.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 16, 2020
“We’ve designed our platform to be incredibly user-friendly, which is especially important when you consider our ultimate goal is to bring cryptocurrency and digital payments to the mainstream. customers to activate their FDIC-insured BlockCard bank accounts. dollars between all of their accounts.”.
Abrigo
JANUARY 4, 2023
Although yet to be considered mainstream by most, cryptocurrency as an investment and payment method has become more commonplace. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) states that crypto is becoming the preferred payment method for many types of scams—and not just on the dark web, where crypto is used to fund illegal activity. .
Abrigo
MARCH 25, 2020
Key Takeaways Banking regulators say short-term, COVID-19-related loan modifications shouldn't automatically be categorized as TDRs. Regulators also announced other guidance tied to reporting and risk-based capital rules. Regulators also announced other guidance tied to reporting and risk-based capital rules.
Abrigo
MARCH 20, 2020
The FDIC recently reiterated that financial institutions should determine whether loans affected by COVID-19 should be reported as TDRs. FDIC Issues Reminder of TDRs. FDIC, OCC, FED. FDIC, OCC, FED. It’s not a way for us to mask problems.”. Learn more. Will COVID-19 modifications be TDRs? CECL Accounting.
Abrigo
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Banks and credit unions extending payments on vehicle loans, personal loans, or other consumer loans had to ensure they provided accurate disclosures in compliance with federal and state consumer protection laws. Major consumer loan compliance regulations. Regulation Z, which implements the Truth in Lending Act (TILA).
Payments Source
DECEMBER 20, 2018
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has gotten the ball rolling for financial technology firms trying to operate a national platform, but the FDIC and Federal Reserve should act to remove other policy roadblocks.
CFPB Monitor
JANUARY 20, 2022
We also discuss the potential implications of the current CFPB’s interest in buy-now-pay-later and its inquiry into large technology companies that offer payment services. Other topics include the potential impact of the recent leadership turmoil at the FDIC and expectations for activity by state regulators and attorneys general.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 11, 2017
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), the trade group for community banks, is calling on the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to deny a federal deposit insurance application by payment terminal company Square.
PYMNTS
MARCH 26, 2020
FDIC), National Credit Union Administration and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said small-dollar loans can play a key role in meeting credit needs because of temporary cash flow problems, unexpected expenses or loss of income during this period of economic stress.
Bank Innovation
APRIL 24, 2019
Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin said today that he prefers private over government solutions when it comes to collecting and using consumer data for financial products and services, speaking at a fintech conference hosted here by the FDIC.
Abrigo
OCTOBER 28, 2022
Takeaway 1 Signs point to increased loan modifications and loan workouts, and regulators have urged financial institutions to work prudently with borrowers. . Meanwhile, regulators are focusing fresh attention on prudent credit risk management of loans, especially CRE, and loan modifications in general. CRE loan accommodations.
CFPB Monitor
MARCH 26, 2020
The CFPB, OCC, FDIC, Federal Reserve, and NCUA have issued a joint statement “to specifically encourage” banks, savings associations, and credit unions “to offer responsible small-dollar loans to both consumers and small businesses” in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
CFPB Monitor
AUGUST 29, 2019
In this podcast, we discuss the FDIC’s observations about its “most salient” consumer compliance exam findings during 2018, including issues relating to Overdraft Programs, Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (“RESPA”) Section 8, Regulation E, “Skip-A-Payment” or Deferment Loan Programs, and Lines of Credit. (..)
PYMNTS
JULY 1, 2019
Facebook’s announcement of Libra late last month has spurred greater regulatory oversight of cryptocurrencies, with a particular eye on who may be bringing those cryptos into the larger payments ecosystem. And, you’d be forgiven for thinking that regulatory news tied to commerce and payments would be termed “all Facebook, all the time.”
CFPB Monitor
MAY 22, 2020
The Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC, and NCUA have issued “ Interagency Lending Principles for Offering Responsible Small-Dollar Loans.” Marketing and customer disclosures that comply with applicable laws and regulations and provide information in a clear, conspicuous, accurate, and customer-friendly manner.”.
Independent Banker
OCTOBER 1, 2022
In the case of a cyber event, first-party coverage often pays for costs such as forensics and analytics to understand the scope of a breach, attorney fees to manage legal exposures, notifications for employees and customers, ransom payments, data restoration and business interruption costs. Regulators paying closer attention to cyber risks.
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