Thu.Mar 28, 2024

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Banks Should Make 2024 a True ‘Year of Digital’

Gonzobanker

Banks and credit unions won’t find a perfect digital vendor. What they can find is the right partner to fulfill their strategic needs. 2024 will prove to be a remarkably busy year in the digital space, when many financial institutions will make near-life-or-death choices about the future of their digital platforms and how they will support them.

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Investing in America: 7 Strategies and 7 Tactics That Can Drive Business

South State Correspondent

The Biden Administration “Investing in America” agenda continues with many programs opening in June of this year. If your bank has not done so already, it should consider getting involved for the benefit of customers and shareholders. The various programs are wide ranging, complicated, and impactful which is why now is an excellent inflection point to provide financial advisory to both your retail and commercial customers.

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Markup matters: monetary policy works through aspirations

BankUnderground

Tim Willems and Rick van der Ploeg Since the post-Covid rise in inflation has been accompanied by strong wage growth, interactions between wage and price-setters, each wishing to attain a certain markup, have regained prominence. In our recently published Staff Working Paper , we ask how monetary policy should be conducted amid, what has been referred to as, a ‘battle of the markups’.

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Integrated Financial finds new buyer in Capital Bancorp

American Banker

Last year, the Raleigh, N.C.-based Integrated called off a deal to sell itself to MVB Financial after bank stocks took a hit in the aftermath of the regional bank failures. Capital hopes to expand its government-guaranteed lending with the transaction.

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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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The Power of Machine Learning in Transaction Monitoring

BankInovation

In the banking industry, transaction monitoring stands as a critical pillar of defense against fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities. While traditional methods have served their purpose, the landscape is evolving, demanding a more sophisticated approach. This is where machine learning emerges as a key driver, offering remarkable capabilities in transaction monitoring.

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Ally Financial names Rhodes as CEO

BankInovation

Ally Financial named a new chief executive today, ending a three-month search. Michael Rhodes will take the reins of the bank April 29 and become a member of the board, according to an Ally release. Prior to joining Ally, Rhodes served as CEO of Discover Financial Services, which Capital One announced plans to acquire last month.

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Looking back: The fall of crypto giant Sam Bankman-Fried

American Banker

Once a prominent figure spurring financial institutions to engage in cryptocurrency, Bankman-Fried's downslide began with the collapse of the digital asset exchange FTX in late 2022 and hit rock bottom with his sentencing to 25 years in prison.

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Bankman-Fried is sentenced to 25 years in prison over FTX collapse

BankInovation

FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for stealing billions of dollars from customers, marking the final chapter in a case that has upended the crypto industry. US District Judge Lewis A.

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Santander adds ex-Marcus head to lead retail banking and digital push

American Banker

The U.S. arm of Spanish banking giant Santander has hired Swati Bhatia to oversee retail banking and its digital transformation efforts. Bhatia joins at "an inflection point" for the company, which aims to be "a digital bank with branches," CEO Tim Wennes said.

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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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Banks, fintechs back in the M&A game

BankInovation

Mergers and acquisitions are heating up after a subdued 2023, with investors on the hunt for strategic deals, especially in the fintech and financial services industries.

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Clairvoyance isn't in anyone's job description, so don't expect it

American Banker

Managers often find themselves frustrated that their expectations aren't being met. Instead of assuming the worst about employees, first ask yourself whether you have clearly expressed what you want from your team.

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Discover: AI accelerates RPA lifecycle

BankInovation

Discover Financial Services is looking to AI to help boost its coding and robotic process automation efforts. When implementing robotic process automation (RPA), “you don’t just say, all right we have automation, we’re done.

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How KeyBank's approach to fintechs set the tone for product development

American Banker

The bank is launching KeyVAM, a virtual account management offering it designed with fintech Qolo. Both companies said the nature of the relationship was as important as the technology it produced.

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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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allpay partners with Crown Commercial Service

The Paypers

allpay has been appointed as the supplier of Crown Commercial Service ’s Open Banking and Fund Administration & Disbursement Services Dynamic Purchasing Systems.

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20 bank holding companies with the largest credit card loan portfolios

American Banker

The top five bank holding companies have combined total credit card loan portfolios of more than $705 billion.

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Worldline partners with Lidio

The Paypers

France-based digital payments firm Worldline has announced that Turkey’s Central Bank ( TCMB ) approved its collaboration with fintech company Lidio.

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Mortgage rates slip, helping spring home purchase activity

American Banker

But the 30-year fixed rate mortgage is still near 7%, and that remains the overhang on the housing market, Freddie Mac said.

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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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Paysend partners with Currencycloud

The Paypers

UK-based fintech Paysend has chosen Currencycloud to boost its FX and treasury capabilities, becoming a key partner for cross-border money movement.

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Marsh's Oliver Wyman promotes Rosberg, ZayZoon raises 15 million

American Banker

Mariya Rosberg is named Americas head of banking and financial services at Marsh McLennan's Oliver Wyman unit; startup ZayZoon raised $15 million in a new funding round; and more in the weekly banking news roundup.

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Monzo signs up for 159 anti-fraud service

The Paypers

UK-based digital bank Monzo has signed up for 159, the phone service that connects individuals with their bank when they receive a suspect call on financial matters.

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A road map for how to do good

American Banker

In her new book, "Higher Ground," Alison Taylor, a business school professor, dives into how executives can grapple with thorny social and environmental challenges while ensuring an ethical culture within their companies.

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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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Google Wallet integrates verification settings on Android

The Paypers

Google Wallet has announced that it introduced an additional verification settings menu for Android devices, enabling users to have a more secure payment experience.

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How to tie everyone to PROFIT [VIDEO]

The Emmerich Group

Does every team member on your team know how they tie to profit? I mean really know? When a study published in Businessweek revealed they had asked 6,000 employees, “Do you perform in the top 10 percent?” more than 90 percent said they performed in the top 10 percent! Whoa. So yes, you likely have a problem. And no, your people don’t really understand how they tie to profit—but they certainly think that they do.

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Plaid announces new partnerships to combat fraud

The Paypers

Plaid has announced its partnerships with Sandbox Banking and RealPage in order to prevent fraud across several markets and ensure a more secure customer experience.

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Buy the People: Red as Rust — Sherrod Brown's battle for Ohio's populist vote

American Banker

Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown faces a tough 2024 campaign to recapture his Ohio senate seat in a state that's increasingly Red. Can the same state that elected conservative populist firebrand J.D. Vance also re-elect Sherrod Brown? And what do the political undercurrents apparent in Ohio mean for banks?

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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.