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Massive crypto hack highlights need for custody solutions

01/26/18

The Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck says roughly $400 million of the digital currency NEM was stolen. If banks and others are to invest in the digital-asset industry, it will have to do better.

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Blowback from B of A's halt to free checking spreads to Hill

01/26/18

Reps. Elijah Cummings and Jimmy Gomez, both Democrats, questioned why B of A would stop offering accounts that are popular with low-income consumers when it stands to reap huge financial benefits from recently passed tax cuts.

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B of A's brush with sexual harassment raises questions

01/26/18

Bank of America's got a lot going on, with the Omeed Malik drama and its gender pay gap announcement in the same week. Plus, Jessica Chastain sets an example, and Larry Nassar's enablers need to be made into one.

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Moynihan: '50-50 chance' next B of A CEO is a woman

01/26/18

Bank of America Chief Executive Officer Brian Moynihan said when he's ready to give up the job, the odds are split on whether his successor will be a woman.

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Meta Financial to offer loans through online lender

01/26/18

Meta expects to originate $500 million to $1 billion in personal loans as part of a three-year partnership with Liberty Lending in New York.

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Bill to boost SBA lending comes with strings attached

01/26/18

The proposed legislation would give the agency authority to increase funding for the 7(a) program — with several caveats designed to manage exposure.

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Seacoast in Fla. reported higher profit in spite of hits from hurricanes

01/26/18

The Florida company reported increased net income even though its loan pipelines and production were hurt by last year's storms.

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HomeStreet adds director after rejecting investor's push for a seat

01/26/18

The Seattle company, which is gearing up for a proxy battle with Blue Lion Capital, appointed a former U.S. Bancorp executive to fill a board vacancy.

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Ameris to make big Atlanta push with Hamilton acquisition

01/26/18

Ameris would gain 24 Atlanta-area branches in the $406 million deal.

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Cost savings from regtech won't come overnight

01/26/18

There’s a lot of hype surrounding up-and-coming regulatory technologies, including the use of AI and robotics, but banks will have to be patient to see big returns on those investments.

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