Wed.Nov 08, 2023

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Elevating Banking Efficiency and Customer Experience through Cutting-Edge Technology

BankInovation

In the ever-evolving landscape of banking, the need for innovative customer-facing technology has never been more critical. Facing challenges like ongoing deposit competition and looming credit risk issues, banks must optimize their technology stacks to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and seize opportunities for customer growth.

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Millennial credit card delinquencies rise: New York Fed

Payments Dive

Nearly 3% of millennials are newly delinquent as of the third quarter this year, slightly up from 2.5% in Q3 2019, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

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CFPB issues proposal to supervise nonbank providers of digital wallets and payment apps

CFPB Monitor

The CFPB has issued a proposed rule to supervise nonbank companies that qualify as larger participants in a market for “general-use digital consumer payment applications.” Comments on the proposal are due by January 8, 2024 or by the date that is 30 days after the proposal’s publication in the Federal Register, whichever is later.

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Toast’s growth slows

Payments Dive

The restaurant fintech noticed “a modest slowdown” in same-store sales in the latter half of the third quarter that continued into October, the company’s CFO said Tuesday.

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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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CFPB appeals district court order granting summary judgment to plaintiffs in lawsuit challenging UDAAP exam manual

CFPB Monitor

On November 6, the CFPB filed a notice with the Texas federal district court that it is appealing to the Fifth Circuit the district court’s order granting summary judgment to a group of trade associations in their lawsuit against the CFPB challenging the changes made to its UDAAP Exam Manual in March 2022. .

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Fintechs weigh in on the White House's executive order on AI

American Banker

Developers of lending and other banking tools powered by artificial intelligence say their firms are well positioned to weather regulatory changes, but remain mindful of how government agencies might respond.

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Jack Henry lands more FedNow clients

Payments Dive

Jack Henry & Associates recorded an increase in the number of customers connected to the new Federal Reserve instant payments system, but they’re all in receive-only mode.

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JPMorgan Chase nears historic $4 trillion of assets. Is that good?

American Banker

The bank has seen its balance sheet swell in recent years and this quarter could become the first U.S. bank to reach the $4 trillion mark. Analysts credit it as a well-run institution, but the megabank's growth is sure to play into ongoing debates over big-bank capital rules and "too big to fail.

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Beyond emissions: the interplay of macroprudential regulation and climate policy

BankUnderground

Francesca Diluiso, Barbara Annicchiarico and Marco Carli While climate change is often seen as a long-term concern, climate mitigation policies can have different short-term effects, since they affect the transmission mechanism of conventional macroeconomic shocks. In a new working paper , we show that cap-and-trade schemes lead to lower volatility in GDP and financial variables, and result in reduced welfare costs of the business cycle , when compared to the more widely known carbon taxes.

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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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NCUA grants third charter of 2023 while Maryland group aims to be next

American Banker

The National Credit Union Administration approved the Young Community Federal Credit Union to begin operations in Kentucky soon. An organization in Maryland is shooting for a 2024 opening.

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Arc debuts international treasury product

BankInovation

Digital bank Arc today rolled out its international treasury product, Arc Global Treasury, to serve global startups gravitating back toward digital banks, and away from big banks, following the bank crisis earlier this year.

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NatWest adds generative AI, American Express expands pay-by-bank

American Banker

NatWest is updating its chatbot, Cora, to make engagement more conversational, and Amex is working with the Canadian fintech Nuvei to promote bank-transfer payments to U.K. merchants.

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Wells Fargo exec to speak at Bank Automation Summit U.S. 2024

BankInovation

Steve Hagerman, chief information officer of consumer technology at Wells Fargo, will join the panel discussion “The AI revolution in banking: A road map for the future” at Bank Automation Summit U.S. 2024 on Monday, March 18, at 1:15 p.m. CT. View the full agenda for Bank Automation Summit U.S. 2024 here.

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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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Citi will pay $26M to settle CFPB claims of bias against Armenian Americans

American Banker

Citigroup didn't admit any wrongdoing in its settlement of allegations by regulators that employees denied credit cards to people in Southern California suspected of being of Armenian origin.

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Transactions: Citi selects Akamai to fight bot attacks

BankInovation

Citibank has selected Akamai Technologies, a cloud-native security service provider, to fight fraud on its platform, according to BuiltWith, which tracks technology adoption and use among websites. Akamai “helps financial institutions manage financial aggregators, protect against malicious bot attacks and protect customer trust,” an Akamai spokesperson told Bank Automation News.

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National Australia Bank reports 8.8% lift in cash profit to $7.7bn

TheGuardian

Strong competition for mortgage customers is putting pressure on its margins, NAB says Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast National Australia Bank has recorded a strong lift in its cash profit to $7.7bn, while flagging that strong competition for mortgage customers has started to depress margins.

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Klarna's eventful week: What it means for other payments fintechs

American Banker

The Swedish buy now/pay later lender posted the firm's first quarterly profit in about four years, but an ongoing labor dispute raised questions about the company's future operations.

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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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Tide partners with BT

The Paypers

UK-based digital business financial platform Tide has partnered with BT to support SMEs in accessing money management and saving solutions for their businesses.

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20 banks and thrifts with the largest portfolios of MBS assets

American Banker

The top five have more than $1.3 trillion in combined total assets as of March 31, 2023.

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PSCU partners with Co-op Solutions

The Paypers

US-based PSCU and Co-op Solutions have announced their agreement to combine their products in order to develop a fintech services provider for credit unions.

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HSBC, Ripple to launch digital assets custody for tokenized securities

American Banker

HSBC plans to offer institutional clients a custody service for digital assets such as tokenized securities, the bank's latest move in the new area of finance.

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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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JD.com launches JD Smart Check

The Paypers

China-based JD.com has announced the launch of its JD Smart Check, an improved suite of authentication processes, for imported goods in the region.

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Visa debuts global AI advisory service

American Banker

The card network is expanding the range of its international consulting arm to include recommendations for how banks, merchants and payment processors can harness generative artificial intelligence.

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Ecommpay partners with GoCardless

The Paypers

UK-based international payments service provider Ecommpay has partnered with GoCardless to include direct debit capabilities in its suite of payment methods.

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Will the FHFA's vision for the Federal Home Loan banks work?

American Banker

The Federal Housing Finance Agency says it wants to more closely tether Federal Home Loan bank advances to housing and community development. Doing so will first involve clearly defining the banks' mission through regulation.

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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.