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Zelle’s anti-fraud efforts trip up key group: Its users

01/17/18

The P-to-P payments service promises to clear transactions in near-real time, but many consumers have complained that they have been unable access their money or even open accounts. Zelle has acknowledged the delays and says they are a result of its rigorous enrollment process.

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Riverview in Washington prepares for first new CEO in four decades

01/17/18

Kevin Lycklama is set to succeed Patrick Sheaffer, who has led the company since 1976.

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Early returns: 2018's top-performing bank stocks

01/17/18

Which large and midcap bank stocks have the most momentum? These 12 banks started the year off with the biggest bang, as measured by gains in stock price.

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San Diego de novo bank sets opening date

01/17/18

Endeavor Bank, which raised nearly $27 million, will become the second new bank to open in California in the past year when it debuts next week.

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Tax cuts to fuel much-needed tech upgrades at large banks

01/17/18

Executives at U.S. Bancorp and Bank of America plan to use their tax savings to ramp up spending on new technology to stay competitive — but they sought to reassure investors that they would not abandon cost control.

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Liberty Bancorp to buy Lawson Financial in Missouri

01/17/18

Liberty will add a branch in Kansas City, Mo., along with three locations in nearby communities.

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Mulvaney launches public review of entire CFPB

01/17/18

Acting CFPB director Mick Mulvaney issued "a call for evidence" Wednesday seeking comment on all of the consumer agency's functions, including enforcement, supervision, rulemaking, market monitoring and education activities.

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Cryptocurrency a 'very critical issue': Banking panel chair

01/17/18

As senators weigh anti-money-laundering reforms, they reiterated their desire to include cryptocurrencies as part of legislative discussions.

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Rethinking bill pay when there isn’t a bill

01/17/18

Providing the default card in digital subscription services is one way banks can win back bill-pay business, save customers time and help them manage their data.

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HomeStreet in Seattle to face proxy battle from big investor

01/17/18

Blue Lion Capital, which had a recent request for a board seat rejected, plans to nominate multiple people to run for the board at HomeStreet's next annual meeting.

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