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6 Reasons You Should Drop Deposit Rates Now Before the Fed

South State Correspondent

It is a long held notion in banking that you only move deposit rates when the Federal Reserve moves rates. However, if you think about this practice, it doesnt make much sense in terms of a banks profitability. Markets are dynamic. Interest rates, and funding costs, move independently from the Fed. In this article, we explore why now might be the right time to reduce rates before the next Fed meeting.

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Managing credit concentration risk

Abrigo

Finding and managing vulnerabilities in credit portfolios Fresh reminders of why it's important to manage credit concentration risk are everywhere. Effective loan review is a key element of managing concentration risk in loan portfolios. Key topics covered in this post: Recent regulator comments on overseeing concentration risk Concentration risk management framework How credit risk review can help manage concentrations Overcoming barriers to concentration risk insight Credit concentration risk

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Paper check use surged last year, AFP says

Payments Dive

Use of paper checks by U.S. businesses jumped last year, according to an annual survey by the Association for Financial Professionals, which struggled to explain the results.

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UK banks expected to win shareholder approval for big pay rises for bosses

TheGuardian

Proxy advisory firms back plans for hikes in maximum payouts 18 months after removal of banker bonus cap UK banks are expected to win approval for massive pay increases in the coming weeks after convincing influential shareholder advisers that hiking maximum payouts for chief executives by more than 40% would give them a competitive edge. ISS and Glass Lewis, two prominent proxy advisory services that suggest how shareholders should vote on company policies at annual meeting, have backed NatWest

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Commercial Lenders, Playing It Safe Is the Real Risk

Why Legacy Lending Workflows Are Costing You More Than You Think Legacy systems and manual workflows might feel familiar, but they come with growing risks—compliance gaps, costly delays, and lost opportunities. This guide breaks down why clinging to traditional processes is no longer sustainable and how automation can help lenders regain control, improve efficiency, and reduce risk across the closing process.

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How Financial Institutions Can Win Over Gen Z | FinTalk

Jack Henry

In today's fast-paced digital world, Generation Z is emerging as a powerful force in the financial landscape. Studies indicate that nearly four million Gen Z consumers will open new bank accounts annually through 2026. As they begin to establish their financial independence, understanding their unique needs and preferences is crucial for financial institutions (FIs) aiming to attract and retain Gen Z accountholders.

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How vendor integration helps bank & credit union treasury teams

Abrigo

Software providers work together to improve treasury teams' workflows Integrating ledger accounting and risk management software offers treasury departments for banks and credit unions a streamlined workflow without a heavy IT lift. This article covers these key topics: Why "one-size-fits-most" doesn't work well Where ledger and hedge accounting meet Treasury workflows simplified Why "one-size-fits-most" software doesn't work well When treasury or accounting teams at financial institutions begi

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Fed, FDIC force more oversight of Discover

Payments Dive

The Federal Reserve and the FDIC penalized the card network for overcharging merchants on interchange fees and said the company must pay $250 million in fines, make restitution to merchants, and change its practices as a condition to merging with Capital One.

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The Guardian view on City deregulation: a recipe for recklessness

TheGuardian

The Treasury seems to think relaxing financial rules will boost growth. Theres little evidence for this idea and every reason to believe it could exacerbate risks In its desire to ensure the City of London remains attractive after Brexit, the Treasury seems to have forgotten one of the major lessons of the 2008 financial crisis: when regulation is lax, risks accumulate.

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Improve Decision-Making With Daily Financial Reporting | FinTalk

Jack Henry

As the financial landscape continues to change, it's more important than ever that your financial institution is able to make quick, well-informed decisions. This means traditional monthly or quarterly data analysis is no longer enough to equip you with the timely insights you need to manage your organization effectively.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Do You Have a Retail Checking Strategy? Here’s Why You Should.

SWBC's LenderHub

The financial world is a competitive one. Every aspect of a financial institution is consistently evolving to keep up with modern-day trends, needs, and technology. In an industry that is constantly on the move, effective strategies are key to staying ahead. The key to success lies in the customer experience. See why retail checking strategies are just what your institution needs to enhance loyalty, boost revenue, and unlock success.

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Self-service is evolving: Say hello to the Automated Retail and Kiosk Innovation Show!

ATM Marketplace

The Self-Service Innovation Summit is now the Automated Retail and Kiosk Innovation Show (ARKI), an event focused on the future of automated retail, December 10-12, 2025, in Tampa.

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Fiserv, Kansas to open fintech hub

Payments Dive

The hub will open later this year in Overland Park, Kansas, and help Fiserv better serve Midwestern customers, the company said in a news release Monday.

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NatWest chair thanks UK taxpayers for bailout ahead of return to private ownership

TheGuardian

Rick Haythornthwaite said bank was indebted to public for 46bn rescue package that kept it afloat in 2008 The chair of NatWest has thanked UK taxpayers for the banks 2008 bailout weeks before the bank returns into private ownership, assuring shareholders that bosses had fixed the issues of the past and would not open up floodgates of risk despite government pressure.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Balancing complexity and performance in forecasting models: insights from CHAPS volume predictions

BankUnderground

Tom Davies CHAPS is a critical element of the UKs payments landscape, handling 92% of UK payment values despite comprising 0.5% of volumes. CHAPS is used for high-value and time-critical payments, including money market and foreign exchange transactions, supplier payments, and house purchases. We forecast CHAPS volumes to help CHAPS participants in making staffing decisions and support our long-term planning including system capacity and tariff setting.

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Consolidating the Home Loan banks would harm everyone

American Banker

The 11 Federal Home Loan banks play an essential role in the housing market and in local economies. Cutting their community ties would damage their ability to fulfill that mission.

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What's the future of ATMs?

ATM Marketplace

What could the next five years hold for ATMs?

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Card holders rail about Uber in FTC lawsuit

Payments Dive

Uber user complaints about recurring monthly charges, unclear enrollment and a frustrating cancellation process spur a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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Hell is not other people – it’s being stuck in the ninth circle of an automated telephone service | Hilary Freeman

TheGuardian

Tuvalu is celebrating its first ATM, but heres a warning from the UK, where human contact has been lost to the self-service age Life is about to change on the remote island nation of Tuvalu. And not, in my opinion, for the better. To great fanfare, Tuvalu an entirely cash-based society has unveiled its first ever ATM , marking its move towards financial modernisation.

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SoftBank Chain launches Interstellar to improve Web3 payments

The Paypers

SoftBank Chain (SBC) has launched Interstellar, a solution designed to improve Web3 payments and Open Finance infrastructure.

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Banks should defend the CFPB out of self-interest

American Banker

A robust consumer protection regime ensures that consumers will rely on the stability and reliability of traditional banks by pushing capital away from volatile and speculative markets.

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What's the deal with bitcoin ATMs?

ATM Marketplace

Bitcoin ATMs have been in the news lately.for bad reasons. What's the deal with bitcoin ATMs?

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Future-Proof Your Firm: Smarter Tech for Stronger Returns & Simpler Workflows

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer

Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!

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Do multiple PSPs multiply payment success?

Payments Dive

More PSPs can boost reach — but without payment orchestration, complexity rises and success stalls.

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Revolut tracking staff behaviour with points-based ‘Karma’ bonus system

TheGuardian

Booming fintech company gives details of initiative to improve working culture as profits more than double Revolut has been tracking staff behaviour, granting or docking points on an internal Karma system that is feeding into the UK banks decisions on bonus payouts. The practice was detailed in Revoluts annual report, which showed that profits had more than doubled last year, jumping by 148% to 1bn in 2024.

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Emirates NBD partners with Visa to optimise international money transfers

The Paypers

MENAT-based bank Emirates NBD has launched Visa Direct Alias Directory (VISA+) to offer an optimised payment experience for its customers.

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Bad bots are taking over the web. Banks are their top target

American Banker

Bad actors use generative AI to create automated threats that are more sophisticated than earlier generations of malicious bots, and they are going after banks' APIs.

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The Role of Automation in Commercial Lending

Automation is changing the game for commercial lenders, offering a clear path to competitive advantage in 2025. Rising costs, outdated workflows, and manual data entry slow growth and impact borrower satisfaction. Automation addresses these challenges, reducing costs, speeding up loan cycles, improving accuracy, and elevating borrower experiences. With market uncertainty easing, now is the time to act—waiting until loan volumes rebound leaves lenders unprepared and struggling to compete.