Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
One of the things I say fairly often is that the FinTech start-up community is fairly naïve. Not all, but many, do not understand the nuances of finance and why it is regulated the way it is. Equally, some but not all behave in a way which is not aligned … The post Revolut: the growing pains of a FinTech unicorn appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Smartwatches and other wearables are forging new partnerships with payments companies and technology partners, leading to increasing demand in the category.
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Bank Innovation
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Rob Guilfoyle, CEO of Abe AI, will be speaking at Bank Innovation Ignite 2019 on March 11-12 in Seattle. Guilfoyle will be on the panel titled “The Future of Banking Experience,” where he will address topics such as the role of natural language in customer experience as well as the type of solutions that can […].
PYMNTS
MARCH 1, 2019
Facebook , Telegram and Signal are looking to launch their own cryptocurrencies that will allow users to send money internationally on their messaging systems. Citing various sources with knowledge on the matter, The New York Time s reported that Facebook is currently working on a coin that users of its WhatsApp could instantly send to friends and family.
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Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.
Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
I often reflect on how quickly China is moving towards being cashless, as are parts of Africa and much of India. I then realised that it is a strong mix of simple infrastructure and strong incentive. In the case of M-PESA in Kenya, there was no method of making payments … The post Infrastructure and Incentive: Making Cashless a Reality appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
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Bank Innovation
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Consulting giant Accenture and cloud banking firm nCino are expanding the scope of their partnership beyond North America to get more financial institutions in the Asia-Pacific and EMEA markets up and running in the cloud. Pullen Daniel, international managing director at nCino, told Bank Innovation the companies are finding increased interest in cloud banking around the […].
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Among the main virtues of this golden era of eCommerce and digital payments is speed. Seemingly instant access to extremely specific product pages. Quick browsing. Fast checkout and transactions — the fewer buttons the better. Have-it-yesterday delivery. Sometimes, though, that ideal of speed can and even should take a back seat to content — the type of content designed to pull in sophisticated or specialized consumers, the type of content that can seem out of place during this time of reduced a
Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Marko Wenthin, co-founder of solarisBank, recently contributed to my blog and, as a mate, has sent some great insights about starting up a FinTech firm which I thought I would share of FinTech banks last week. How to be a Unicorn (Part One) After announcing a whopping 300M$ D-round at a 2.7 … The post How to be a Unicorn (Part One) appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Payments Dive
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
This case study looks at how Aftonbladet (part of Schibsted Media Group) uses telco solutions for subscriber and revenue growth.
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Treasury teams at community banks face an ongoing challenge of delivering frictionless customer experiences as they support treasury products – especially RDC. This infographic focuses on the efficiencies community banks gain when partnering with a proven managed services provider. You’ll see the advantages you can gain when a managed services partner leverages online tools, skilled customer and technical support personnel, and fulfillment and logistics capabilities to streamline RDC fulfillment
Bank Innovation
MARCH 1, 2019
Increasing digitization and interconnectivity is driving a rising tide of inherent cyber risk that is particularly high for banks, with a total of $11.3 trillion in rated debt outstanding, according to a Moody’s Investors Service report published Thursday. The risk assessment is based on how reliant a sector is on technology and how much financial […].
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
Mercury FX , the international currency exchange provider, is reportedly relying on Ripple’s XRP xRapid to open up ten new payment corridors by the middle point of this year. According to a report in OracleTimes , Mercury FX chief executive Alastair Constance said during the Ripple Regionals 2019, a company event held in London, that it will use xRapid for payments from the U.K. to Canada and the Middle East.
Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Marko Wenthin is contributing this week. He began with funding and then moved on to the issues you face once you secure that funding. In this final part, he focuses upon why it may be better to focus upon B2B2C, rather than just B2C. The beauty (and the beast) of … The post How to be a Unicorn (Part Three) appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Payments Source
FEBRUARY 24, 2019
These fintechs know how to have a good time. Novel employee benefits from the companies that made SourceMedia's 2019 list include cooking classes, weekly dance parties and free trips.
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Amid market uncertainty, banks and credit unions are faced with critical decisions about the future of their commercial lending. With fluctuating interest rates and rising competition from non-bank lenders, it's critical to allocate your 2025 budget strategically to optimize lending operations. Our Budget Playbook for Commercial Lenders delivers key strategies to help you navigate these challenges, ensuring your institution is well-positioned for the coming year.
Bank Innovation
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Two fintechs announced new products and services this week geared toward e-commerce sellers, pointing to gaps in offerings from banks and legacy card companies to provide seamless, affordable solutions for online-based businesses looking to scale up quickly or stock up for busier seasons. Marketplace payments firm Payoneer’s Capital Advance service, now launched in the U.S., provides […].
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
The Internet of Things (IoT) is about much more than the actual things, of course. All those “smart” appliances, speakers, TVs, vehicles, thermostats and other devices connect to networks and infrastructure in certain ways, with that back-end work a relatively significant source of anxiety in the world of digital payments and commerce. New funding generally targeting those connections, networks and infrastructure — along with fresh PYMNTS research — provide further evidence of the ongoing growth
Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
As mentioned yesterday, Marko Wenthin is contributing this week on how to become a FinTech unicorn. In Part One, he talked about fund raising. In part two, he focuses upon the challenges that then follow. How to be a Unicorn (Part Two) If you manage to get some investors interested … The post How to be a Unicorn (Part Two) appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Bobsguide
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Asset management firms need to look at “the sins of the past” when aiming to create new operating models and break down siloed technology in the back office, said Jo Parkhill, CASS consultant at Cashfac, on a panel at the Summit for Asset Management (TSAM) in London this week.
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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
Ron Shevelin
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Insufficient rewards, insufficient PFM features, and insufficient analytics capabilities add up to a credit card that will fail to gain the traction in a competitive market.
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
AlipayHK users will soon be able to use the service in parts of Japan and Southern China, the company said on Tuesday (Feb. 26). The service will be available next month in the Chinese cities of Shenzhen and Guangzhou, where AlipayHK customers can use their app in any places that accept Alipay, including theme parks, hotels and retail stores. In the Japanese city of Fukuoka, AlipayHK users can shop at the popular department-store chain Daimaru Tenjin.
Chris Skinner
FEBRUARY 23, 2019
The main blog headlines are … Technology is business Another interesting nuance of the FinTech Bank is the integration of business and technology. I’ve referenced this a few times, but wanted to be explicit that these banks think technology is business and business is technology. This is clearly demonstrated in … The post The Finanser’s Week: 18th February – 24th February 2019 appeared first on Chris Skinner's blog.
Insights on Business
FEBRUARY 23, 2019
Three years ago, banks were looking at fintechs with a wary eye. Two years ago, they were appointing chief innovation officers to dip their toes in with proof-of-concept projects or in-house incubators. Now, they are all in. From the open banking regulatory initiatives in the UK and Europe to the opensource, hybrid cloud strategies that are quickly becoming industry standards, financial services institutions are primed for broad, enterprise scale transformation.
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With automation, you’ll reduce errors and save valuable time, allowing you to focus on what really matters: strategic analysis and insightful decision-making. Picture accurate financial reports ready at your fingertips, giving you the confidence to tackle business challenges head-on. Embracing automation not only boosts productivity but also elevates your role from number cruncher to closing rockstar.
Bobsguide
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Significant issues remain in the disclosure of cost calculations within asset management, according to Nick Miller, head of asset management supervision, at the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), at an industry event this week in London. On Thursday, the FCA called on firms to act.
PYMNTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
ACI Worldwide has announced a deal with The Western Union Company that will see ACI acquire Speedpay, Western Union’s United States bill pay business, for $750 million in an all-cash transaction. The combined ACI-Western Union business will service over 4,000 customers across the U.S. and have reach that expands into consumer finance, insurance, healthcare, higher education, utilities, government and mortgage.
Payments Source
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
The health care industry yearns for a digital antidote to paper payments, a challenge that awaits an executive who has spent years bringing businesses into the digital light.
Insights on Business
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Think of the changes in the past ten years in terms of how we deal with our banking needs. We moved from telephone banking to online or internet banking. The iPhone became more popular and apps got better and more secure. It is hard to remember how we managed with the rudimentary tools of ten years ago; so turn on your imagination and wonder what banking will be like ten years from now.
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Community banks seek ways to leverage their technology infrastructure to drive productivity and growth. However, the sheer volume of technology devices, capital constraints, and lack of skilled resources stand in the way. This Strategy Brief explores how a managed device services partner can help bridge this resource gap. Managed device services partners empower community banks to take charge of mission-critical device management activities with: Logistics and installation services to support se
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