Payments Dive
DECEMBER 20, 2019
The growing phenomenon of direct, digital banking and Silicon Valley's entry into the payments business are posing a series of challenges to traditional banking institutions. NCR's Doug Brown explores the landscape for 2020 to determine how these trends will impact the global banking business moving forward.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 23, 2019
Bank of the West is currying favor among customers who care about environmental sustainability. The bank, which is a U.S. subsidiary of BNP Paribas, is launching a new checking account in early 2020 called 1% for the Planet that will show customers the carbon footprint of their purchases. The product launch is appealing to consumers […].
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Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 11, 2019
An interesting lunch discussion about data the other day. It started when someone had picked up on my blog about Ana Botin, where she made the comment: “Why should data be regulated in a different way if you’re called a bank and if you’re called something else … more than two … The post Traditional banks are suffocating … they just don’t know it yet appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Abrigo
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Key Takeaways Holiday sales, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday, are aggressively promoted by criminal sellers on the Dark Web seeking to grow sales and customers. The expected outcome of greater inventory at a lower cost, as we have seen in prior years, is an increase in fraud activity and cyberattacks heading into the end of the calendar year.
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PYMNTS
DECEMBER 1, 2019
In an effort to expand access to financial institutions (FIs), the Central Bank of Nigeria is planning to license more payment providers, Bloomberg reported on Saturday (Nov. 30). . The goal is to improve Nigeria’s financial inclusion rate by 20 percent, bringing it to 80 percent by the end of 2020. “The provision of licenses to several players will help support innovation and competition as all parties work to increase their customer base,” Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele said
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Payments Dive
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Black Friday shopping figures in the U.S. showed more consumers embracing mobile and general online shopping for the best deals. Meanwhile average order volume increased, showing more willingness to make big ticket purchases via smartphone.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 3, 2019
When two Irish brothers started Stripe Inc. together in 2010, there was little question about where they should put their headquarters. It had to be California. Now, though, Stripe is leaving the tech mecca of San Francisco, awash in tech talent and investor cash, and is in the process of moving its main office about 10 […].
Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 1, 2019
Regular readers of the blog know that I’m a fanboy of Alibaba and their financial firm Ant Financial which operates Alipay, the major payments system of China. On November 11, they had their Singles Day jamboree. The equivalent in China of Black Friday, some say, but more than five times … The post China’s Singles Day is five times bigger than Black Friday … and it’s all down to Cloud and AI appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Abrigo
DECEMBER 10, 2019
Key Takeaways Elder financial abuse/exploitation (EFE) is under-reported although it remains on the rise. ABA study shows banks are reporting more cases of EFE. The Senior Safe Act provides a safe harbor for financial institutions reporting suspected EFE. . The under-reported and growing crime. Elder financial exploitation and elder fraud are rising at an alarming rate as they continue to be serious crimes in the United States.
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PYMNTS
DECEMBER 1, 2019
If microchip supplier Qualcomm wins its case on appeal, the cost of connected cars using 5G technology will skyrocket, automakers and suppliers said in court filings on Friday (Nov. 29), Reuters reported. Judge Lucy Koh ruled in May that Qualcomm, the world’s largest supplier of mobile phone chips, is a monopoly and has to change the way it does business.
South State Correspondent
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Throw all the facts that you want at someone, and you won’t move them to a position anywhere near the effectiveness than if you can work the facts into a story. From the dawn of man, our brains have become hardwired to place facts in context, and a story helps get us that context in the most efficient manner possible. Recently seeing the Irishman, reminded us what a good story is all about.
Payments Dive
DECEMBER 13, 2019
As cashierless shopping becomes more popular, a stark disparity is coming to light — the underbanked are getting left behind. In this blog post, Plain Green's Guy Dilger talks about the move away from cash and how some cities are fighting back.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Bank of Franklin County, a Washington, Mo.-based bank with $273 million in assets, is using ‘cash sweep’ technology to gain large deposits from public funds without having to put up its own assets as collateral. While accepting large deposits is not a pain point for most financial institutions, accepting public funds requires additional steps.
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Automation is changing the game for commercial lenders, offering a clear path to competitive advantage in 2025. Rising costs, outdated workflows, and manual data entry slow growth and impact borrower satisfaction. Automation addresses these challenges, reducing costs, speeding up loan cycles, improving accuracy, and elevating borrower experiences. With market uncertainty easing, now is the time to act—waiting until loan volumes rebound leaves lenders unprepared and struggling to compete.
Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 3, 2019
I’ve noted that the bitcoin swings and roundabouts tend to often cycle around the hope and expectation of the US SEC giving approval to a bitcoin ETF … only to find that they never do and so it goes around. In an interesting article by Dave Weisberger on Coindesk, there … The post The Case for a Bitcoin ETF appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Ron Shevelin
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Debates concerning bank branches, AI, data, cryptocurrencies, and China will shape fintech in the coming decade.
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 19, 2019
For PayPal, eyeing growth and eyeing new markets, the gaze is, at least in part, turned eastward. News came Thursday (Dec. 19) that the company has closed its deal to buy a majority equity stake in China’s GoPay (the formal, official name of the company is Guofubao Information Technology Co. Ltd.). The deal had originally been announced at the end of September.
Abrigo
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Key Takeaways Using exam findings from 2019 can help strengthen your BSA program in 2020. Institutions must create a strong culture of compliance. Pillar violations see a big increase in the nature and seriousness of the violation. . Looking back to strengthen your BSA program. The decade is quickly coming to an end, so as we put 2019 in our rear-view mirror, it’s time for a fresh start with the new year and new decade approaching.
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Payments Dive
DECEMBER 12, 2019
As a rising number of consumers use digital payments to conduct ecommerce transactions, businesses need to make sure their mobile apps are secure. Customer identity and payment information is increasingly at risk as fraud actors find new ways to compromise mobile platforms.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Small business lending company OnDeck is expanding its ecosystem of products. Through its application for a bank charter, the company wants to become a full-service digital bank for small businesses it says are overlooked by traditional banks. In this episode of Fintech Unfiltered, which is sponsored by Blend, Bank Innovation sat down with OnDeck CEO […].
Chris Skinner
DECEMBER 15, 2019
The UK implemented Open Banking in January 2018 and now, almost two years later, you would think it’s doing really well. This is why the momentum is building. The Open Banking Implementation Entity (OBIE) shared figures that show there are 49 million data sharing requests monthly, doubling in just seven … The post Why is Open Banking so scary?
Accenture
DECEMBER 10, 2019
My latest trip to Phoenix gave me a preview of what’s to come in auto financing, the for-hire vehicle industry and autonomous fleet management. And, that was just on my ride back to the airport. With my travel schedule, hailing a ride to the airport using a ride sharing app is all in a day’s…. The post Will your next ride share be in an electric, self-driving car?
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Have you ever felt the pain and loss of a client suddenly going silent, leaving you questioning everything? Ghosting can cause heartbreak; in business, it drains resources, and emotionally, it shatters your confidence. A modern credit card program can give you the tools to deliver the digital-first experiences your customer’s demand. Our eBook, “5 Signs Your Credit Card Offering Needs an Upgrade,” will help you identify key indicators that your current card platform may be holding you back and w
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 13, 2019
The holiday season is in full swing. That means opening up wallets and purses at the point of sale, which often means paying with cash … and cash? Well, that means trips to the ATM. For fraudsters, armed with new technologies, the ATM is fertile ground for fraud. In an interview with PYMNTS, David Phister, director of systems security product management at Diebold Nixdorf , said that when it comes to combatting fraud, “holiday seasons are always tough.
Abrigo
DECEMBER 19, 2019
Key Takeaways To book loans more quickly, institutions must create efficiencies and increase loan turnaround. Institutions must be proactive in effectively pricing loans. Looking to mergers and acquisitions, institutions can expand into new areas of business or geographic markets. The new year is just around the corner, and with that comes new goals and resolutions.
Payments Dive
DECEMBER 3, 2019
A record holiday shopping performance on Cyber Monday was driven by heavy use of mobile by retailers looking to take advantage of the short holiday season.
Bank Innovation
DECEMBER 24, 2019
If 2019 was the year of the challenger bank, 2020 will be the year payments companies move closer to bank territory. Marqeta, the card issuing and processing startup supporting the capabilities of large companies like Kabbage and Square, sees 2020 as a big year for payments companies branching out into banking. Marqeta sees major opportunities […].
Speaker: Brian Muse-McKenney, Chief Revenue Officer & Matt Simester, Cards and Payments Expert
In today’s world of social media, dating apps, and remote work, businesses risk becoming irrelevant (or getting "ghosted") if they fail to meet the evolving needs of Gen Z consumers. Credit cards with flexible payment options, especially for young adults with little-to-no credit history, are a particularly important and valuable solution for this generation.
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