Gender discrimination

On bravery: Bank of America's Cathy Bessant

10/03/19

Cathy Bessant, American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking, discussed the difference between fearlessness and bravery at the 2019 gala.

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'Use your power to make a difference': Zions Bancorp's Linderman

10/03/19

Words of wisdom from Lifetime achievement honoree LeeAnne Linderman, who was honored at American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance gala.

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Pay it forward: Citibank's Barbara Desoer

10/03/19

Speaking at American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance gala, Citibank's Barbara Desoer said many successful executives had help in getting to their positions, and should use their power to help others.

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Men have to be part of the solution: Citi’s Corbat on gender equality

10/03/19

In a speech at American Banker's Most Powerful Women in Banking and Finance gala, Citigroup chief Michael Corbat outlined several ways men can help combat bias against women.

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FHFA resolves dispute with employee over sexual harassment claim

09/27/19

Simone Grimes had alleged former FHFA Director Mel Watt made inappropriate advances toward her and she was paid less than the man who had previously held her position.

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AI becoming part of TD Bank’s DNA

09/12/19

The bank has been deploying artificial intelligence in every business line, conducting research to find out what consumers think about the technology, and holding a roundtable with experts to define "responsible" AI.

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AI use carries bias risk for financial regulators

08/16/19

Agencies like Fincen and Finra that use machine learning must pay close attention to potential bias in supervisory algorithms, especially with data on women and minorities.

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IMF's Lagarde is nobody's token; causes and effects of gender pay disparity

06/20/19

Christine Lagarde, the head of the International Monetary Fund, refuses to attend any meetings in which she would be the only woman; Sallie Krawcheck says the fact that women still are paid less than men is partly the fault of society at large; and more in this week's WIB Scan.

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CFPB fines Freedom Mortgage $1.75M for HMDA violations

06/05/19

The company intentionally submitted inaccurate borrower information overstating the number of white applicants, the consumer bureau alleges in a consent order.

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HSBC sexual harassment case shows banks' struggles in MeToo era

04/12/19

In the MeToo era, financial firms the world over are struggling to handle complaints of sexual harassment. A case in point: HSBC.

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