Mon.Dec 18, 2023

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6 Reasons Financial Institutions Are Embracing Risk and Regulation Tactics

Perficient

In the fast-paced realm of finance, the significance of regulatory risk and compliance management practices cannot be overstated. This blog post delves into the pivotal role these practices play in ensuring the stability and success of financial institutions and banks. By adopting a proactive stance and leveraging technological advancements, financial entities can navigate the regulatory landscape with greater resilience and efficacy.

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CRE risk management: Navigating hazards and opportunities

Abrigo

Stress testing, monitoring are essential Financial institutions should challenge assumptions about CRE risk while also watching for red flags as they manage the CRE portfolio. You might also like this webinar on credit department housekeeping. WATCH Takeaway 1 Banks and credit unions are critical sources of capital for businesses in their communities, so how institutions assess CRE credits matters.

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SEC won’t budge on crypto regulation

Payments Dive

In denying a petition submitted by Coinbase, the agency has concluded rulemaking isn’t needed for issuers and intermediaries to know which – and how – crypto assets fit within securities law.

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442 Congress members did NOT join anti-arbitration letter to CFPB

CFPB Monitor

Recently, 93 members of Congress (all Democrats) signed a letter in support of the pending Petition for Rulemaking filed by consumer advocacy groups in September that would prohibit pre-dispute consumer arbitration clauses and permit only post-dispute clauses. The letter argues that the proposed rulemaking is “much-needed” to protect consumers from “forced arbitration clauses in the fine print, take-it-or-leave-it terms accompanying many financial products and services.”.

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Thinking About How To Lessen Your Burden During Month-End Close? Skystem Can Help!

Most people dread the nearing of the month-end close and reconciliation process, and who can blame them? It's typically a tedious, long, stressful process; but it doesn't have to be. Implementing automation into your month-end process can significantly reduce this headache by automating up to 40% of your reconciliation and saving nearly 30% of your time spent.

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All About Cashback Credit Cards!

BankBazaar

The joy of spending and saving simultaneously is assured with a Cashback Credit Card. But is that all? Learn more about the most popular Credit Card category in India right here! Did you know that there is an indisputable MVP when it comes to the top-selling Credit Card type in India? As per a recent survey, an impressive 65% of Credit Card users in India prefer the simplicity of cashbacks over air miles or loyalty points.

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Progressive groups target asset managers after their ESG support wanes

American Banker

Left-leaning shareholder groups are asking JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs and other large asset managers to explain a recent decline in their support for certain environmental and social policies at public companies.

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Migrating to the cloud turbo-charges AI for banks

BankInovation

Efficiency and cost-savings are two reasons financial institutions are tapping into their cloud providers’ AI capabilities rather than building the technology in-house. The cloud is serving as a gateway to financial institution clients to “reap the benefits of AI,” William Borden, corporate vice president of worldwide financial services at Microsoft, told Bank Automation News.

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Navy Federal faces lawsuit, allegations of racial bias in mortgage lending

American Banker

The lawsuit accuses Navy Federal of violating the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act after a CNN report that the lender approved a lower percentage of Black and Latino mortgage applicants.

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Podcast: Lazard saves 100K hours annually with UiPath

BankInovation

Financial institutions including asset management firm Lazard and technology provider Fiserv are looking to business automation platform UiPath for automation, AI and added.

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New York Lien Law Essentials: 5 Key Facts for Commercial Lenders

Dive into the complexities of New York lien laws with our comprehensive eBook, 'New York Lien Law Essentials: 5 Key Facts for Commercial Lenders.' In this detailed guide, we explore the critical formalities necessary for lenders navigating ground-up construction and fix-and-flip projects in the New York market. From documentation requirements to the implications of non-compliance, learn how to safeguard your lending position and prioritize legal adherence.

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In fighting credit card proposals, GOP focuses on impact to consumers

American Banker

Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky., is urging the Government Accountability Office to examine the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's credit card late fee proposal.

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Migrating to the cloud turbocharges AI for banks

BankInovation

Efficiency and cost-savings are two reasons financial institutions are tapping into their cloud providers’ AI capabilities rather than building the technology in-house. The cloud is serving as a gateway to financial institution clients to “reap the benefits of AI,” William Borden, corporate vice president of worldwide financial services at Microsoft, told Bank Automation News.

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CFPB might be over its anti-discrimination skis in Townstone case

American Banker

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is appealing a lower court ruling that found the agency exceeded its authority in bringing an anti-discrimination enforcement action against a Chicago mortgage lender after he made disparaging remarks about Blacks and Hispanics.

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CaixaBank partners with ONCE

The Paypers

CaixaBank has partnered with ONCE to launch a new tool that enables visually impaired users to pay with optimised security at establishments with touch POS terminals.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Sen. Warren criticizes OCC's record on state consumer protection rules

American Banker

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and other Senate Democrats urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to rescind regulations or guidance that contradicts the way Dodd-Frank says the OCC should deal with state consumer protection rules.

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Waave, Quest partner with Chemist Warehouse

The Paypers

Australia-based Waave and Quest Payment Systems have partnered with Chemist Warehouse to launch an Open Banking checkout option across the latter’s stores.

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Citizens making it easier for new customers to reroute direct deposits

American Banker

The $225 billion-asset Citizens Financial Group has partnered with the fintech Pinwheel to streamline the process for new account holders to switch the direct deposit of their paychecks from their old banks.

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Tamara secures USD 340 million in Series C funding

The Paypers

Tamara has announced the raise of USD 340 million in a Series C funding round to launch new products and target opportunities in Saudi Arabia and across the GCC.

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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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Study: 44% of banks' office loans are underwater amid soaring vacancies

American Banker

Remote work trends and high interest rates have substantially reduced the values of U.S. office buildings. A new academic paper estimates the extent of the deterioration, suggesting that there is perhaps more stress ahead for banks than is widely anticipated.

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Visa to acquire a majority interest in Prosa

The Paypers

Visa has announced its agreement to acquire a majority interest in Prosa in order to accelerate the adoption of secure digital payments in the region of Mexico.

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MoneyGram's CEO on cross-border payments: 'This is an expensive business.'

American Banker

Alex Holmes talks about money transfers, the tough economy, and the role of crypto wallets in the firm's future.

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Allfunds Tech Solutions partner with Ardan International

The Paypers

Allfunds Tech Solutions has extended its partnership with Ardan International in order to launch an optimised investment platform for its customers.

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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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The Future of Retail Banking: A Look Into the Crystal Ball

The Financial Brand

This article The Future of Retail Banking: A Look Into the Crystal Ball appeared first on The Financial Brand. Trends emerge for banks to reinvent customer lifetime value, personalization, digital platform thinking and reimagined experiences. This article The Future of Retail Banking: A Look Into the Crystal Ball appeared first on The Financial Brand.

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US SEC says no to new crypto rules

The Paypers

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rejected a petition by crypto exchange Coinbase seeking new rules for the digital asset sector.

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How Banks Can Serve Small Businesses with BMO's Niamh Kristufek

American Banker

The head of U.S. business banking at the bank discussed what small businesses need with American Banker Editor-in-Chief Chana Schoenberger in the Leaders Forum.

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Lerex launches Google Pay for SWAPX cardholders

The Paypers

UK-based embedded finance provider Lerex has integrated Google Pay so that SWAPX cardholders can add their cards to the Google Pay digital wallet.

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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.