Tue.Oct 10, 2023

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The fraud triangle: What it is and how to apply it to your customers

Abrigo

Use the fraud triangle to prevent fraud at your institution The concept of the fraud triangle is frequently used in business, accounting, and criminology. How can you put it to use at your financial institution? Would you like other articles like this in your inbox? Takeaway 1 The fraud triangle concept describes three factors that, when combined, incentivize a person to commit fraud.

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What 3 retailers’ approach to crypto says about the market

Payments Dive

Pacsun, GameStop and Tag Heuer have all introduced crypto activations in recent years as the payment option grew in popularity.

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4 Ways to evaluate your loan review department’s effectiveness

Abrigo

Loan review issues include staffing challenges and training. Last year's 2022 Loan Review Survey by Abrigo found these four common challenges in effective loan review. Review the 2023 Loan Review Survey results with experts and get their take on emerging trends and best practices register for Webinar Takeaway 1 Effective loan review requires experienced staff, well-organized outsourcing, or a combination of the two.

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Fiserv among MOVEit cyberattack victims

Payments Dive

The payment processor recently notified one of its customers, Flagstar Bank, that it was entangled in a May cyberattack that’s affected more than 2,000 organizations.

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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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Examining industries: The importance of industry analysis for financial institutions

Abrigo

How industry analysis can improve your credit risk management Understanding your customers' businesses leads to better loan pricing, structure, and risk management. You might also like this webinar series, "Tackling common credit risk questions during challenging times." WATCH WEBINARS Takeaway 1 All businesses perform industry analysis, but financial institutions in particular must know their customers' competitive landscape.

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Four ways to evaluate your loan review department’s effectiveness

Abrigo

Loan review issues include staffing challenges and training. Last year's 2022 Loan Review Survey by Abrigo found these four common challenges in effective loan review. Review the 2023 Loan Review Survey results with experts and get their take on emerging trends and best practices register for Webinar Takeaway 1 Effective loan review requires experienced staff, well-organized outsourcing, or a combination of the two.

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Banking at the intersection of mission and opportunity

ABA Community Banking

Julieann Thurlow, ABA’s 2023-24 chair, unites financial inclusion and financial innovation. The post Banking at the intersection of mission and opportunity appeared first on ABA Banking Journal.

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Bringing hospitality back to banking

ATM Marketplace

A panel at the Bank Customer Experience Summit discussed how banks can bring hospitality back for customers.

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Are You Prepared to Tackle Fraud Threats as Payments Innovation Exposes Security Weaknesses?

Jack Henry

The Big Picture While real-time payments are driving speed and innovation and consumers are taking advantage of enhanced ease of use, immediate funds transfers, and frictionless experiences – so are fraudsters.

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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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Merchants shouldn't count on the CCCA to meaningfully lower their costs

American Banker

The promises made by supporters of the Credit Card Competition Act don't account for all of the ways in which it could actually increase the cost of doing business.

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Understanding Credit Card Balance Transfers

BankBazaar

If you’re carrying a hefty balance on a high-interest Credit Card, consider whether a Credit Card balance transfer is a smart move to help you save money and pay down your debt more efficiently. Credit Cards are powerful financial tools that offer convenience and flexibility, but they can also lead to high-interest debt if not managed wisely. If you’re carrying a hefty balance on a high-interest Credit Card, a Credit Card balance transfer could be a smart move to help you save money

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PayPal's stablecoin: Who are the early adopters?

American Banker

PYUSD has been slow out of the gate, but crypto firm BitPay and gaming company Xsolla are providing an early look at how the asset can be used.

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Talking Money: Exploring Funny Financial Phrases

BankBazaar

Discover the surprising origins and meanings behind phrases like “Cash Cow,” “Bring Home The Bacon,” “Gravy Train,” and more. Ready to delve into the contemporary relevance of these phrases in the realm of personal finance? Over time, our monetary systems have evolved from using livestock as currency to relying on modern forms like debit and Credit Cards , as well as UPI.

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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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Community banks warn about rates, economy and capital rules

American Banker

Lenders at an American Bankers Association conference this week railed against proposed regulatory requirements they argue could drive up costs, curb credit availability and ultimately hurt borrowers in already fragile economic times.

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NatWest adds 3 cloud providers to tech stack

BankInovation

NatWest has integrated three cloud providers into its tech stack since July. As the $890 billion bank based in Edinburgh, Scotland, looks to move its operations to the cloud, it spent $10.8 million on technology in the first half of 2023 while its operating expenses jumped 13.

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USAA wins another remote-deposit patent victory, this time over Truist

American Banker

Truist Bank has agreed to pay licensing fees to USAA for the use of mobile-check-deposit technology that USAA says it invented.

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Instant Financial augments access to wages with new app

The Paypers

Instant Financial has launched upgrades to its employee payments platform, with a new mobile app and mobile wallet functionality for Apple, Google, and Samsung Wallet.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Podcast: Tech can help access client feedback, monitor engagement

BankInovation

Financial institutions are implementing technology throughout the customer experience, including account opening, servicing and even transactions, but banks also need to know if clients are having problems navigating digital offerings.

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Embracing fintech led to trouble for one small bank. So did the aftermath.

American Banker

Blue Ridge Bank in Virginia changed course after its rapid growth in the fintech partnership business landed it in hot water. But the path back to a traditional community banking model is also proving to be bumpy.

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UnionPay partners with TripLink

The Paypers

Global payment network UnionPay has partnered with financial technology company TripLink to launch its Virtual Commercial Card in Singapore.

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More sale-leasebacks predicted for banks after Atlantic Union deal

American Banker

Other banks likely will follow the lead of the Richmond, Virginia, company and tap the equity in their branch networks as alternative sources of capital grow more costly, experts say.

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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Quant launches key management solution for blockchain transactions

The Paypers

Blockchain for finance pioneer Quant has launched a bank-grade key management solution to make blockchain-based transactions more secure.

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Bank of America's wrong-way rate bet hurts Moynihan's growth pledge

American Banker

The biggest laggard among the US banking giants, BofA's investments earn less than its closest rivals, and the stock is the group's worst performer by far.

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Tebi introduces Tap-to-Pay on iPhone in the Netherlands

The Paypers

Tebi , a startup providing entrepreneurs with tools to better manage their businesses, has announced a cash register platform to introduce Tap-to-Pay in the Netherlands.

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FDIC proposes stricter governance guidelines for regional banks

American Banker

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. issued a proposal requiring larger banks to implement a three-line-of-defense risk management model and increased board independence in response to observed weaknesses in corporate governance during past financial crises and recent bank failures.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.