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NEW REPORT: Behind Regions Bank’s AI-Powered Digital-First Push

PYMNTS

Other banks, such as Wisconsin-based Associated Ban k, are exploring new ways to improve the in-person banking experience. That is something Alabama-based Regions Bank has sought to achieve through its AI ROSIE, according to Shawn Bradley, executive vice president of customer insights for the bank.

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Spotlight on lending: Commercial loan growth geographically

Abrigo

The list identified a significant uptick in commercial and industrial lending in the South, as 7 of the 15 community banks included are located in the region. ” The data pointed to states south of the Mason-Dixon Line as host to an increase in C&I loans in the third quarter. From that subset of all U.S.

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Associated Banc-Corp lays off 3% of workers as part of overhaul

American Banker

In addition to expense-reduction measures, the Wisconsin-based regional bank is selling almost $2 billion of mortgages and securities and will invest in its lending and deposit-gathering capabilities.

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China’s Alibaba Sets Up Platform For Coronavirus Medical Supplies 

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3, Alibaba had delivered medical supplies from 15 countries and regions, including self-purchased and donated goods, to 18 hospitals in the Hubei, Zhejiang and Anhui provinces. has also increased, with officials in Wisconsin confirming the state’s first case. For purchases, Alibaba will tap into an RMB1 billion ($142.8

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Associated to sell insurance business for $265 million

American Banker

The Wisconsin regional said the funds will support loan growth, create an added capital buffer and support its dividend policy.

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Kentucky banks stand tall

Independent Banker

Chris Vogt of the Wisconsin Badgers NCAA basketball team presents an anonymous donation to First Kentucky Bank officials. The weekend after the tornado hit, community bank employees from across the region, from tellers up to the C-suite, answered the needs of the community in any way they could. A beacon of light.

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Why Associated plugged in to community solar energy

American Banker

The Wisconsin banking company recently agreed to use five solar gardens to power 39 branches. The move, part of a broader sustainability push, is expected to deliver significant cost savings and could benefit rural communities, Associated said.