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Retail banking trends to look out for in 2023

Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

ITMs and VTMs are popular retail banking innovations among community banks. What’s on the horizon for retail banking? We spoke with two community banks that have ramped up their services to meet—and exceed—the changing expectations of customers. So how are retail banks meeting this challenge?

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Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex

The Financial Brand

JUNE 24, 2021

21 deals with neobanks and fintechs like Aspiration, Ellevest and Greenwood sent a community bank down an unexpected (and profitable) path. The post Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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How Community Banks Can Foster (and Benefit From) Financial Inclusion

The Financial Brand

JULY 8, 2021

The post How Community Banks Can Foster (and Benefit From) Financial Inclusion appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Local financial institutions should be a natural for serving many underbanked consumers. Here's why they're not and how to change it.

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How Community Banks Can Stay Relevant in the Face of a Digital Assault

The Financial Brand

JULY 4, 2021

The post How Community Banks Can Stay Relevant in the Face of a Digital Assault appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Traditional strengths still count, yet the ability to innovate and adapt are key. Asset size does play a role, bankers and others note.

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The ‘Primary Financial Institution’ Concept Is Dead… Now What?

The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The highly digital yet personal strategy of one community institution points a way forward. appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Fragmented relationships are the new reality. The post The ‘Primary Financial Institution’ Concept Is Dead… Now What?

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Banking Needs To Do More Than Talk About Financial Inclusion

The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 11, 2021

By tapping data and advanced analytics, banks and credit unions can deliver meaningful solutions to underserved communities at scale. The post Banking Needs To Do More Than Talk About Financial Inclusion appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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FDIC Recruits Microsoft & Truist to Build a Fund for Minority-Owned Banks

The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

An unusual alliance, inspired by 'Shark Tank,' aims to address capital needs to help maintain banking access in communities of color. The post FDIC Recruits Microsoft & Truist to Build a Fund for Minority-Owned Banks appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Tips & Insights on Creating (or Recreating) Brand Buzz in Banking

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Community banking has plenty of innovation potential, but often it takes leaving the traditional banking mindset to find the opportunities. The post Tips & Insights on Creating (or Recreating) Brand Buzz in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Does Fintech exit the UK with Brexit?

Insights on Business

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

Early Metrics, who specializes in providing ratings of start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises, conducted an analysis of 1,500 European fintech firms and found that despite leadership in the industry seeing a direct threat from Brexit, it’s not a strong enough challenge to unseat London as the undisputed leader in European fintech.

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The Secret to Bank Innovation Goes Way Beyond ‘Culture Change’

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 16, 2022

The post The Secret to Bank Innovation Goes Way Beyond ‘Culture Change’ appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Willingness to act when the outcome is unknown and to look for options on 'the edge of money' are crucial for financial institution growth.

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Neobank Alternative: Building a Hybrid Digital-First Bank from Scratch

The Financial Brand

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

New Florida institution, built by two banking veterans on a modern tech platform, may be what the start-up of the future will look like. The post Neobank Alternative: Building a Hybrid Digital-First Bank from Scratch appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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How to Find Growth in the Next Wave of M&A in Banking

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 18, 2021

The post How to Find Growth in the Next Wave of M&A in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. With mergers poised to accelerate, a niche approach to product marketing will improve retention and strengthen customer relationships.

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Here Are 8 Inspired Ideas from Other Industries that Banks Should Use Too

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 11, 2022

Innovative minds in other industries have come up with terrific ways to improve customer experience that banks and credit unions can borrow. The post Here Are 8 Inspired Ideas from Other Industries that Banks Should Use Too appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Why Banking Is Only at the Start of Its Diversity and Inclusion Journey

The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Banks and credit unions are working to integrate diversity — but they are not even close to where they need to be, say two top consultants. The post Why Banking Is Only at the Start of Its Diversity and Inclusion Journey appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Banks Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change (And Here’s Why)

The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Here's a sustainability crash course for banks and credit unions. The post Banks Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change (And Here’s Why) appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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FDA Vaccine Approval Prompts New Mandates in Banking

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 25, 2021

The post FDA Vaccine Approval Prompts New Mandates in Banking appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. With the FDA approval of the first vaccine, consumers and employers are increasingly supportive of mandates that keep others safe.

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4 Ways to Help Consumers Build Savings When Budgeting Flops

The Financial Brand

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The post 4 Ways to Help Consumers Build Savings When Budgeting Flops appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. But taking a page from behavioral science can turn spenders into savers.

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Credit Unions Are Buying Banks at a Breakneck Pace: Here’s How the Deals Work

The Financial Brand

JANUARY 30, 2022

The post Credit Unions Are Buying Banks at a Breakneck Pace: Here’s How the Deals Work appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Don't be surprised to see this number double in 2022.

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How One Florida Bank Is Embracing the Green Banking Agenda

The Financial Brand

JULY 12, 2021

Newly-established Climate First Bank could change that view. The post How One Florida Bank Is Embracing the Green Banking Agenda appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Agency rule would halt decisions by institutions to boycott 'disapproved' industries, clashing with growing 'responsible banking' trend. The post Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Should Financial Institutions Require Employees to Get Vaccinated?

The Financial Brand

AUGUST 8, 2021

Here's how some banks are reacting. appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights. Half the U.S. population is fully vaccinated, but worries and confusion grow over a Covid variant. The post Should Financial Institutions Require Employees to Get Vaccinated?

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Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder

The Financial Brand

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Agency rule would halt decisions by institutions to boycott 'disapproved' industries, clashing with growing 'responsible banking' trend. The post Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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Green Banking: Brand Differentiator, Regulatory Requirement or Both?

The Financial Brand

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Consumers favor 'sustainable banking,' but, equally important, financial institutions face looming regulations forcing them to take action. The post Green Banking: Brand Differentiator, Regulatory Requirement or Both? appeared first on The Financial Brand - Banking Trends, Analysis & Insights.

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Retail banking trends to look out for in 2023

Community Bank Builds Future on ‘Banking as a Service’ & Google Plex

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How Community Banks Can Foster (and Benefit From) Financial Inclusion

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How Community Banks Can Stay Relevant in the Face of a Digital Assault

The ‘Primary Financial Institution’ Concept Is Dead… Now What?

Banking Needs To Do More Than Talk About Financial Inclusion

FDIC Recruits Microsoft & Truist to Build a Fund for Minority-Owned Banks

Tips & Insights on Creating (or Recreating) Brand Buzz in Banking

Does Fintech exit the UK with Brexit?

The Secret to Bank Innovation Goes Way Beyond ‘Culture Change’

Neobank Alternative: Building a Hybrid Digital-First Bank from Scratch

How to Find Growth in the Next Wave of M&A in Banking

Here Are 8 Inspired Ideas from Other Industries that Banks Should Use Too

Why Banking Is Only at the Start of Its Diversity and Inclusion Journey

Banks Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change (And Here’s Why)

FDA Vaccine Approval Prompts New Mandates in Banking

4 Ways to Help Consumers Build Savings When Budgeting Flops

Credit Unions Are Buying Banks at a Breakneck Pace: Here’s How the Deals Work

How One Florida Bank Is Embracing the Green Banking Agenda

Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder

Should Financial Institutions Require Employees to Get Vaccinated?

Guarding Bank Reputation from Tough Issues (Like Guns) Just Got Harder

Green Banking: Brand Differentiator, Regulatory Requirement or Both?

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