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Mastercard embraces nationalism

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The card company isn’t shying away from countries in which the governments are taking a more insular approach to building their payments systems

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How To Do Better Against National Bank Lending Competition

South State Correspondent

Many existing community bank customers and prospects are also national bank customers. There are now many online, nationally-focused lenders that are capable of an entire virtual relationship. Conclusion Community banks should not try to be national or regional banks.

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Why Nations Fail

Chris Skinner

Robinson from the University of Chicago and co-author of Why Nations Fail, a book that changed thinking about what makes for successful countries and what makes them fail. I had … The post Why Nations Fail appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog. I was recently at a Capital Markets conference in Turkey where the main first day keynote speaker is Professor James A.

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OCC Provides Roadmap for National Banks and Savings Associations To Conduct Crypto Activities

Perficient

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (“OCC”) issued a letter (1179) that national banks and federal savings associations must demonstrate that they have adequate controls in place before they can engage in cryptocurrency, distributed ledger, and stablecoin activities.

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Blackhawk Network Buys National Gift Card

PYMNTS

Global branded payments provider Blackhawk Network has acquired National Gift Card , one of the biggest North American prepaid tech and card companies, according to a press release emailed to PYMNTS.

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Impact of Covid-19 Felt in the Shared National Credit Reviews Released by Bank Regulators

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” SNC (pronounced like the candy bar but without the “ers”) stands for the Shared National Credit Program, which, since 1977, has assessed risk in the largest and most complex credits shared by multiple regulated financial institutions.

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When national currencies fail (cryptocurrencies rise)

Chris Skinner

… The post When national currencies fail (cryptocurrencies rise) appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog. Venezuela is the latest country to spin into hyperinflation, showing the same signs as the meltdown in Zimbabwe that created the 100 trillion dollar note. Hyperinflation, as defined by economist Philip Cagan in the 1950s, is when a country sees inflation rates rise by more than 50% per month.

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OCC Releases CRA Evaluations for 16 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations

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Capital One, National Association. Guaranty Bank & Trust, National Association. Modern Bank, National Association. First National Bank of Pulaski. The First National Bank of Middle Tennessee. Citizens National Bank of Texas. First National Bank.

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Israel Considers Issuing National Cryptocurrency

Bank Innovation

The Israeli government is creating its own “digital shekel,” according to multiple reports. The move is apparently driven by the desire to reduce black market activity, which makes up 22% of the country’s GDP, the report says. Hand in hand with this is a move to reduce paper cash, a great deal of which is […]. Compliance Cryptocurrency Exclusive Bitcoin Colu Israel Russia Sweden

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Cybersecurity Firm FireEye Hacked By Suspected Nation-State

PYMNTS

The cybersecurity firm FireEye — which counts numerous government agencies among its clients — said in a blog post that its proprietary tools were hacked by a suspected nation-state. “We The company has cybersecurity clients across the national security space in the U.S.,

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City National Bank, Extend Team On Virtual Corporate Cards

PYMNTS

City National Bank has enlisted New York City FinTech Extend to enable the bank’s clients to offer virtual corporate cards to employees, vendors and other business partners, the companies announced in a press release. With Extend, City National is the first issuer in the U.S.

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Amazon Pushes For National Price Gouging Law

PYMNTS

Amazon urged Congress on Wednesday (May 13) to enact legislation to prohibit price gouging during times of national emergency, Reuters reported. Huseman made the case for a measure that would be implemented if a national emergency is declared.

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ICBA’s 2021 National Community Bank Service Award winners

Independent Banker

ICBA’s National Community Bank Service Award winners for 2021 demonstrate that when their local areas need support, community banks are there with innovative, compassionate and thoughtful responses.

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ABA, National Bankers Association hold first MDI partnership summit

ABA Community Banking

The post ABA, National Bankers Association hold first MDI partnership summit appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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National Australia Bank Cuts 6,000 Jobs, Shifts Staff to Digital

Bank Innovation

The National Australia Bank today announced it is slashing its workforce by 12%, or 6,000 job losses, over the next three years. Exclusive Online National Australia Bank NordeaIt will devote more resources to digital banking in future. NAB is following in the footsteps of Nordea Bank and Japan’s Mizuho Bank, both of which announced job cuts this week. Andrew Thorburn, […].

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Innovation reflects immigration at Texas National Bank

American Banker

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JPMorgan Chase and National Bank of Canada Complete Blockchain Test

Bank Innovation

and the National Bank of Canada (NBC) announced today that they tested a debt insurance simulation on a new blockchain platform. JPMorgan Chase & Co. NBC issued a one-year, floating rate certificate of deposit for $150 million dollars to JPMorgan on the platform, with JPMorgan creating a replica transaction to NBC using a debt issuance […]. Corporate Innovations Lending Payments Wealth Management BlockChain fintech innovation JP Morgan Quorum

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Inside Look: First National right-sizes innovation

BankInovation

Retail Banking Features First National Bank of Omaha PremiumInnovation in the financial industry is now an expectation. However, for small and mid-size financial institutions, this can be a fine line to negotiate.

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National Bank of Australia Adds Google Pay

Bank Innovation

National Australia Bank (NAB) today added Google Pay to its roster of mobile payments services. NAB customers can now use Google Pay to make contactless payments. On its digital payment services, NAB currently has NAB Pay, which works on Android devices, NAB PayTag for iOS devices, Samsung Pay, Fitbit, and Garmin wearables. In a statement […]. Exclusive Mobile Online Open Fintech Payments contactless payments Fitbit Pay Garmin Google Pay NAB

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BSA and AML Day National 2020 Celebration

Abrigo

Honor BSA/AML Professionals on October 26th Professionals across the nation are encouraged to celebrate National Financial Crime Fighter Day. . National Day Calendar Get more resources on this nationally recognized day. It's National Day!

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An Innovative Nation is a Connected Nation

Let's Talk Payments

The value of connectivity is difficult to overestimate – nations that are most successful in innovation adoption are the most connected nations, where the rate of internet penetration and mobile. Fintech Innovation Insights Asia Europe insights US

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Island Nation Mauritius To Set Up Fintech Fund

Bank Innovation

The island nation of Mauritius will now have a sovereign fund dedicated to investment in fintech. According to reports, high-level Fintech and Innovation-driven Financial Services Regulatory Committee panel met last week to discuss the possibility of the fund that would focus on, among other things, fraud, security, and blockchain. The committee consist of seven members, […]. Capital Exclusive fintech Mauritius

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Digital Services Mean Every Bank Is a National Bank

Bank Innovation

But the most significant revelation from the company’s earnings call yesterday may be that digital banking allows any bank to become national. Pittsburgh-based PNC Financial Services Group is making a significant digital push this quarter, and highlighted a number of areas this is benefiting the bank’s consumer business. Here’s CEO Bill Demchak: I would tell […].

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China Creates National Cyberattack Database

PYMNTS

China revealed that it is creating a national cyberattack database and will require telecom firms, internet companies and domain name providers to report any threats to it.

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National Bank of Canada invests in digitalization

BankInovation

National Bank of Canada (NBC) bumped up its technology spend and focused on retaining and attracting talent in the third quarter as business growth remains a priority. Business Banking earnings National Bank of Canada Premium RBC

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National Bank of Indianapolis upgrades core to support automation

BankInovation

The National Bank of Indianapolis is automating aspects of its wealth management division and mortgage process after a recent core migration that upgraded the $3 billion bank’s core for the first time since the late 1990s.

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Bitcoin Daily: Crypto-Themed Cruise Ship To Set Sail, Nigeria Eyes National Crypto Adoption

PYMNTS

The National Information Technology Development Agency and the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy of the country have teamed to create a framework for country blockchain adoption, CoinDesk reported, citing local media.

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Today In How We Eat: National Cheeseburger Day, Fraud Free Pizza

PYMNTS

Today in the changing world of how we eat, Blaze Pizza finds ways to fight friendly fraud and quick-service restaurants (QSRs) digitally delight for National Cheeseburger Day. McDonald's Burger King And Other QSRs Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With App-Based Discounts.

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Apple Launches National Parks Initiative

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Apple has announced a new initiative that will help its customers support and enjoy America’s national parks. 24 through 31, the company is donating $1 to the National Park Foundation for every purchase made with Apple Pay at any Apple Store, online at apple.com or through the Apple Store app in the U.S. The App Store will also spotlight a collection of some of the best apps to help users explore the country’s national parks.

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Live Nation Settles With DOJ Over Ticketmaster Antitrust Violation

PYMNTS

Live Nation Entertainment reached a deal with the government, resolving concerns that the company had violated a 2010 antitrust settlement. Live Nation must notify customers from now on about the clarified and extended terms of the decree.

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National Bank Of Canada Blockchain Pilot Eyes Trade Finance Contracts

PYMNTS

The National Bank of Canada , the country’s sixth-largest bank, is collaborating with business consulting and IT company CGI to launch a blockchain-powered trade finance solution. B2B Payments B2B Banks Blockchain CGI Collaboration National Bank of Canada News smart contracts Trade finance Trade Negotiations transparency What's Hot In B2B

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Two Chinese Nationals Charged With Laundering $100M In Crypto

PYMNTS

Two Chinese nationals were charged by the U.S. North Korea continues to attack the growing worldwide ecosystem of virtual currency as a means to bypass the sanctions imposed on it by the United States and the United Nations Security Council.

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DOJ Reportedly Readies To Take Action Against Live Nation

PYMNTS

With claims that the company aimed to coerce music venues into using its Ticketmaster subsidiary, the Justice Department is reportedly gearing up to take legal action against Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. Regulation Department of Justice Live Nation News ticket sales Ticketmaster What's Ho

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Coronavirus Refunds: Washington Nationals Unveil Ticket Reimbursement Procedure

PYMNTS

The Washington Nationals baseball team unveiled its ticket reimbursement policy for contests that the pandemic impacted, The Washington Post reported. But many teams — such as the Nationals — had halted or delayed payments for season tickets.

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DOJ Claims Live Nation Violated Terms Of Ticketmaster Merger

PYMNTS

With claims that the company aimed to coerce music venues into using its Ticketmaster subsidiary, the Justice Department is reportedly gearing up to take legal action against Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. Regulation Department of Justice Live Nation News ticket sales Ticketmaster What's Ho

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