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FinovateFall 2022: The key to successful partnerships in financial services
At this year’s FinovateFall, a group of industry experts tackled the topic of bank-fintech collaboration.
US digital bank for migrants Majority lands $37.5m Series B
Majority says it will deploy the new funds towards enhancing its suite of essential services.
Fintech analytics start-up KlariVis signs First Farmers Bank & Trust
KlariVis says it was built by bankers for bankers.
TD Bank and DailyPay team for real-time earned wage access
The partnership will allow the bank’s clients to give their employees access to earned wages before payday.
Former Citi banking veteran joins leadership team of challenger bank Zolve
Freiberg was co-chairman and CEO of Citigroup’s global consumer group for three decades.
US fintech Bankjoy appoints Michael Carroll as its new CTO
Carroll will oversee the development of technology, supporting Bankjoy’s digital service ecosystem.
How to drive digital innovation without alienating your consumer base
Digitisation risks alienating retail customers who might not be ready to take the digital plunge.
Finalytics.ai helps Visions Federal Credit Union “humanise” digital experiences
The Finalytics.ai digital experience platform increased conversion rates more than 270% at Visions FCU.
Fintech Innovation Challenge looks for fintechs focused on low-income women’s market
Applications for the Fintech Innovation Challenge are open until 15 September 2022.
Are challenger banks now facing challengers of their own?
For the first time in their short history, the challengers are now being challenged themselves.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 9 September 2022
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
US bank Truist promotes Mike Maguire to CFO
Maguire will succeed current Truist CFO Daryl Bible following his retirement.
Chilean fintech Xepelin lands $140m credit line from Goldman Sachs
The credit line is designed to help finance further expansion into Mexico, Bloomberg reports.
FinTech Futures Jobs: In a post-pandemic rut? Find out how to “unstick” your career
Explore thousands of open roles on the FinTech Futures Job Board today.
We were all beginners once
Be intentional in finding new voices. And be intentional in elevating them.
Credit Suisse sells global trust business to Butterfield and Gasser Partner
Both deals are expected to close in H1 2023.
Liberty Bank to launch new digital bank for small businesses next year
The new digital bank for small businesses will operate as a separate entity under Liberty Bank.
Fintech and its impact on the agricultural sector
Fintech can help connect farmers with finance and boost financial inclusion.
UBS, Wealthfront nix $1.4bn acquisition deal
Wealthfront CEO David Fortunato says the pair are “continuing to explore ways to work together”.
ID verification platform Alloy raises $52m in Series C extension round
The fresh cash will support Alloy’s continuing global expansion.
Mahalo tapped by Rocky Mountain Credit Union for digital banking upgrade
Mahalo’s banking platform will integrate various customer channels with the credit union’s core.
FinTech Futures: Top five stories of the week – 2 September 2022
Here’s our pick of five of the top news stories from the world of finance and tech this week.
Lessons from a car that won’t unlock
Based on recent experiences, here are some thoughts on what finance can learn from the auto industry.
Banking Technology Magazine September 2022 issue out now
Cover story: MONEY PUZZLE – Helping US arrivals get on track financially.
What the FinTech? | S.3 Episode 13 | A look at what’s in store at FinovateFall
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Greg Palmer, vice president and host of Finovate.
The smart ring that never was
In a world of options, if you don’t get onboarding right, you will never get to do the next part.
Banking Tech Awards USA 2022 Winners Supplement out now
People, projects & products that demonstrated stellar results, genuine innovation and had a tangible impact.
Banking Tech Awards USA 2022 Winner: Marinela Tudoran, Credit Suisse – Woman in Technology
We are delighted to be featuring Marinela Tudoran, winner of W.I.T. Award at the Banking Tech Awards USA.
Savana appoints Temenos veteran Emily Steele as president and COO
Most recently, Steele served as president of Temenos, North America.
How legacy banking systems can be modernised to meet the needs of today’s consumer
Modernising the banking core is now a business imperative that can no longer be ignored.
Diebold Nixdorf hires Joe Myers as executive vice president
Myers will head up the US firm’s banking business, handling sales and solutions delivery.
Japan’s SMBC Group to launch Jenius Bank in the US
Jenius Bank will initially offer personal loans before expanding with savings and checking products.
Why skimping on speech AI technology could cost banks billions
Digital resolution of customers’ inquiries can drive significant cost savings for banks.
ICYMI fintech funding round-up: Chekk, Hello Clever & Zywa
A handy round-up of the recent funding endeavours of fintech companies across the globe.
The role of the payments industry in saving people and planet
Changing the way we make payments can have a substantial positive impact on our society’s carbon emissions.
Digital banking beyond your pretty UX
Digital banking is not about pretty graphics, but providing cheaper services, wider choice and more access.
What the FinTech? | S.3 Episode 12 | Tackling the challenges for challenger banks
In this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Kim Symmons, head of design at UK business bank Mettle.
First Federal Bank of Kansas City debuts new digital banking platform
The new digital offering is powered by enterprise solutions provider Narmi.
CSI sold to two private investment firms in $1.6bn deal
The deal is expected to close in Q4 2022.
