Digital banking

Two new fintechs court digital entrepreneurs

10/16/19

Grasshopper Bank and Mercury are each targeting customers that face limited options in the market.

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PNC’s expansion yields dividends ahead of schedule, executives say

10/16/19

The Pittsburgh company’s “branch lite” approach to retail and middle-market banking in new markets will break even sooner than expected and has had a noticeable impact on loans and deposits.

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Citi’s digital-first deposit strategy paying off — for now

10/15/19

CEO Michael Corbat said he “wouldn’t rule out” building branches to keep the momentum going.

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Goldman Sachs execs ask for patience on digital brand Marcus

10/15/19

During the firm's earnings conference call, Chairman and CEO David Solomon attempted to reassure investors about the costs of Marcus, declining to say when the investment bank might break even on the initiative.

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BBVA partners with fertility company for online health care loan

10/15/19

The bank is providing a point-of-sale loan to women seeking IVF treatments and getting funds to clinics, in some cases, within 24 hours.

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There's no shortcut to innovation, FIS exec says

10/13/19

Community banks and credit unions are eager to innovate, but technology upgrades must be done first, says Bruce Lowthers, FIS banking solutions president.

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Trust Amazon, Google with their savings? Consumers are split

10/11/19

Two new surveys have found that most consumers would prefer to stash their cash in traditional banks. But there's one group of savers who would be very comfortable opening accounts with tech giants if given the opportunity.

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One challenger bank's plan to bring immigrants into financial mainstream

10/10/19

Majority, which will launch nationwide later this quarter, will use networks of immigrants to sell a mobile phone-based account that features unlimited remittances and international calling services.

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LendingClub founder's new firm launches card-loan hybrid product

10/10/19

Renaud Laplanche, one of the first fintech disruptors, is launching an unusual type of credit product at Upgrade, his new company, that is a cross between a credit card and an unsecured loan.

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Supreme Court ruling could mean more ADA lawsuits tied to bank websites

10/09/19

The court passed up a recent opportunity to clarify confusion about Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for business websites, raising concerns among bankers that they could become an even more inviting litigation target.

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