Mobile Wallet Offers Are Blooming
New mobile-wallet offers are blooming like spring flowers as industry players try to attract more consumers to the fledgling payment method, which represents only a speck of U.S. retail spending.
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Report: Mobile Wallets in Fraudsters’ Crosshairs
Mobile wallets could be a vulnerable target for fraud, and concerns over wallet security could inhibit adoption, especially among certain consumers segments, a new report warns.
Maybank Private Wealth goes live on Avaloq Banking Suite
Singapore-based Maybank Private Wealth has gone live on Avaloq’s core banking platform, Avaloq Banking Suite. The project dates back to autumn 2014, when the deal between the two parties was signed. Alvin Lee Han Eng, head of private banking at Maybank Private Wealth, is complimentary of the project team, describing it as “professional and competent […]
New Zealand Banks on Faster Payments with SIA
The country’s central bank hires Italy’s SIA to set up a real-time gross settlement system. The move represents the lastest development in the global effort to implement faster payment systems.
Infosys FY 2016 revenue and profits rise
Financial systems vendor Infosys has revealed its revenue for the full year (FY) 2016 of $9.5 billion, an increase of 9.1% in US dollar terms; and 13.3% in constant currency terms. Q4 revenue was $2.4 billion – a rise of 1.6% quarter on quarter in US dollar terms, or 1.9% in constant currency terms. For […]
Switzerland’s new RTGS system paves the way for ISO 20022
Switzerland’s new real-time gross settlement (RTGS) system, SIC (SIX Interbank Clearing), is now live – opening the way for ISO 20022 usage. The new RTGS platform, SIC4, was introduced with the euroSIC system on 16 April 2015. The new SIC system went live on 14 April. With SIC up and running, migration to the new […]
ERI and Capgemini partner for shared services centre
The new partnership between private banking software vendor ERI and tech consultancy firm Capgemini will see the launch of a shared services centre for private banks and wealth managers in Europe. ERI will provide its flagship core banking system, Olympic, whilst Capgemini will bring to the table its expertise in infrastructure and application management services […]
Scotiabank invests millions of dollars in digitalisation; simplifies operating models
Canada’s Scotiabank named key components of its technology and operations strategy at the recent annual meeting of shareholders. These (unsurprisingly) focus on digital transformation, technology investment and the simplification of its organisational and operating models, as the nature of work and roles change. Brian Porter, president and CEO of Scotiabank, said that “a comprehensive change […]
CIMB Group unifies core banking operations on One Platform
CIMB Group is celebrating the completion of a major core banking project – to unify its regional operation on a single platform, One Platform (1P). The project spans four countries: Malaysia (where the group’s headquarters are based), Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand. Silverlake Axis, Accenture, IDS Scheer and IBM were the main technology partners. Silverlake’s core […]
Robotic automation software vendor OpenSpan acquired by Pegasystems
US-based developer of CRM and BPM software, Pegasystems, has acquired OpenSpan. The acquisition, says Pegasystems, “brings robotics, analytics and case management together to enable more productive employees and better customer experience”. OpenSpan, based in the US state of Georgia, specialises in robotics process automation and workforce analytics software. The company says it is currently running […]
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand opts for Numerix risk analytics software
New Zealand’s central bank, Reserve Bank, is implementing Numerix’s Oneview for trade valuation and risk management analytics. The system will support risk pricing and risk analytics, market standard trade valuation, and position and collateral management. “We are improving our technology and analytics capability in our domestic and foreign market operations,” says the bank’s deputy governor, […]
Nomura Bank extends relationship with software provider Simcorp
Luxembourg-based Nomura Bank has singed a “large additional licence agreement” with investment software specialist Simcorp, according to the vendor. The bank went to market looking for a new software provider but concluded that staying with Simcorp would be the best option. The two companies have been working together since 2009. Simcorp’s CEO, Klaus Holse, comments […]
Backbase’s omnichannel platform gains new live site in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s Halyk Bank has launched a new digital banking subsidiary, Altyn-i, underpinned by the Backbase omnichannel solution. Backbase interfaces to Altyn-i’s core banking system, CBS, from Colvir Software Solutions. The new bank aims to offer a full range of financial services. At present, it offers account opening, debit cards and payment services. Consumer loans, mortgages […]
Xceed and Reach Credit Unions to unite on Fiserv’s DNA core platform
California-based credit union, Xceed Financial, is merging with fellow Reach Federal Credit Union. The two entities will use Fiserv’s DNA core processing system as their centralised platform. It will be provided on a hosted basis. Xceed is already on the DNA platform, but has been using it in an in-house environment rather than outsourced. Reach […]
Top fintech stories this week – 15 April 2016
Catch up on Banking Technology’s top five fintech stories of the week – all in one place! EPC launches public consultation on SEPA instant payments scheme You’ve got until 10th July to submit your views. What do corporates want from their banks? Simplicity, standardisaion and automation. New core banking system selection in the Netherlands Amsterdam Trade […]
People on the Move: Brooke Fitts, Central Payments Division at CBKC
Central Payments, the payments division at Central Bank of Kansas City (CBKC), recently announced that Brooke Fitts has joined the company as vice president of operations.
Companies on the Move: Edge Consultancy
Edge Consultancy LLC, a new strategic consulting firm aimed at community banks and credit unions, has added several new consultants and leadership positions, including CEO Kirk Kordeleski, former CEO at Bethpage Credit Union.
People on the Move: Raj Seshadri, MasterCard
MasterCard has appointed Raj Seshadri as president, U.S. Issuers. In this new role, she will be responsible for managing and expanding the company’s partnerships with banks and credit unions across the U.S. market.
People on the Move: Mung Ki Woo, OmnyPay
OmnyPay, a provider of one-step loyalty rewards and coupon redemption via mobile, announced that former MasterCard senior executive Mung Ki Woo will be joining OmnyPay’s leadership team in the role of chief partnerships and international officer.
People on the Move: Marcus Treacher, Ripple
Ripplet, a global provider of financial settlement solutions, has hired HSBC alum Marcus Treacher as global head of strategic accounts.
CFSI: Startups Filling Gap for Next-Gen Prepaid Services
As entrepreneurs recognize the market potential of serving the underbanked, many of the most cutting-edge payments startups are building their products and services around the existing prepaid infrastructure, Center for Financial Services Innovation Managing Director Ryan Falvey told Card Forum attendees this week.
Card Forum Panel: Mobile Wallet Opportunities, Pitfalls for FIs
When it comes to mobile wallets, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Android Pay garner plenty of headlines. But while the trio of high-profile “—Pays” has finally brought long-awaited consumer attention to mobile wallets at large, are they putting bank issuers at risk of losing control of the payments experience? And, if so, how do FIs fight to stay relevant in the mobile wallet age?
Europe Boosts Potential Costs of Data Breaches
The European Parliament approves new rules that can lead to fat fines related to data breaches and digital privacy violations.
PayToo and City National Bank of New Jersey Launch Mobile Wallet
The PayToo wallet is targeting unbanked and banked consumers and could serve as an alternative to traditional banking, according to PayToo CEO Michel Poignant.
Eleos opts for Wirecard and CIMB Bank Singapore mPOS solution
Wirecard is partnering with CIMB Bank Singapore to provide mobile point of sales (mPOS) card acceptance and banking solutions for clients of POS solution provider Eleos Web. Software till system manufacturer Eleos will use Munich-based Wirecard’s white label solution to “expand” till functionality to incorporate mobile card acceptance. Ong Whee Shiong, MD at Eleos, says […]
RBS to cut 600 jobs in UK
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) is cutting almost 600 jobs in its UK retail bank. British and Irish trade union Unite has reacted to the news. RBS will axe about 200 positions across London and the south east of England, with 400 jobs to go in the Midlands, east and the north of the country, […]
Bolivia’s banking community adopts Swift’s KYC
Bolivia’s banking community has connected to Swift’s Know Your Customer (KYC) Registry, a centralised repository which maintains a standardised set of information about financial institutions required for KYC compliance. Since December 2014, the KYC Registry has been adopted by more than 2,350 financial institutions globally to “complement” existing compliance programmes. In Latin America, the Registry […]
FSS to provide UPI solutions for six Indian banks
India-based payments firm Financial Software and Systems (FSS) will provide Unified Payment Interface (UPI) solutions for six unnamed Indian banks. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) recently launched UPI, which offers instant, online bank payments. The move is seen as a major change to the Indian financial sector. FSS says UPI enables the banks […]
PDQ ATS picks Eventus platform for risk surveillance
Eventus Systems, a US-based provider of data processing and analysis solutions, has signed PDQ ATS for its flagship Validus risk and surveillance platform. PDQ ATS, an independent alternative trading system for equity market participants, will use Eventus’ Validus platform for a centralised look at trading, operations, surveillance, compliance and risk management information for both buy- […]
No barriers for Paymentwall in Iran
San Francisco-based Paymentwall has integrated Iran’s local payment system, following the end of economic sanctions in the country. The US and the European Union had imposed economic sanctions on Iran until it complied with restrictions set for its nuclear program. After 35 years, Iran agreed to a nuclear deal with the US, and it can […]
Chain links up with MUFG for blockchain
Chain, a provider of blockchain technology infrastructure, has teamed with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) to build blockchain solutions for Japan’s financial sector. Satoshi Murabayashi, CIO, in charge of digital innovation, at MUFG, says it wants to “explore the application of next-generation financial infrastructure that we believe could significantly enhance the experience for our clients”. […]
Swift to launch new payments data quality service
Swift will launch Payments Data Quality, a reporting and data analytics service to help financial institutions comply with new international requirements for originator and beneficiary information in payments messages. The service will be available in Q3 2016 and Swift says it will help banks monitor their compliance with the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) Recommendation […]
CFPB Fills Leadership Posts
On April 12, the CFPB announced the addition of several new members to leadership positions within the bureau for the external affairs division; the consumer education and engagement division; the student loan ombudsman and Office for Students and Young Consumers; the Office of Small Business Lending; the Office of Consumer Response; and the Office of Supervision Examinations.
Indian Smartphone Maker Strikes Payments Pact with Visa, TransServ
In a bid to grow its mobile payments business, Indian smartphone maker Micromax has struck a deal with Visa and payment technology provider TranServ. The three companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding under which Micromax handsets will incorporate QR code-based in-store payments service mVisa, as well as TranServ’s Udio mobile wallet app, which enables online and mobile purchases via linked Visa prepaid card.
T-Mobile Shutters Prepaid Card
A little more than two years after its launch into financial services, T-Mobile has confirmed that it’s shuttering its prepaid card program. Citing the competitive marketplace, the carrier is getting out of the business just as the CFPB puts the finishing touches on its prepaid account rulemaking.
Card-Linked Transactions Grow 50 Percent
A new report says that 70 percent of firms push offers and discounts to consumers through card-linked transactions and nearly half of those firms report transaction growth has doubled in the past year
FDIC: Non-Malicious Hack Involved 44,000 Consumers
The federal agency talks down a data breach that stemmed from an employee inadvertently downloading information about bank customers onto a portable storage device.
EPC launches public consultation on SEPA instant payments scheme
The European Payments Council (EPC) has launched a public consultation on the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) Instant Credit Transfer (SCT Inst) scheme. EPC says the proposed scheme is the “first in the world to be interoperable in a region as large as SEPA and is a response to European customer needs for faster payments”. […]
Infographics: Video banking – it’s on
Video banking has finally reached inflection point, according to Efma and Vidyo Inc. The two companies have carried out the research, “which uncovered massive support for video banking among financial organisations worldwide”. Nearly 80% of all banks surveyed plan to offer video-enabled banking services. Check out this nifty infographics (courtesy of Efma and Vidyo) on all […]
Delaware Unveils Blockchain Initiative
The Delaware Blockchain Initiative demonstrates the state’s commitment to ensuring this remains the case for the growing blockchain technology sector.
