Fintech

Digital payment brands like Venmo are achieving scale quickly by recognizing that no one wakes up thinking they need to make a transaction. They really focus more on what they have to pay for, according to CO-OP Financial Services' Shazia Manus.

Jiko hopes to convince consumers that their funds will be safe in Treasury bills, while also generating higher returns than they would in traditional bank accounts.

Utah-based CU has returned $11 million to members over last 14 years.

Venmo achieved its status by designing its interface like that of a social network. PayPal's version of that comes from Facebook.

The bank has taken a decisive step to protect its asset quality, but the move also raises questions about what will drive loan growth in the future — and whether the company is on the block.

The grant monies will go to 12 credit unions in 17 different states.

Along with crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending, cryptocurrency can improve access to payments, credit and other financial services for SMEs, writes Eugene Green, CEO and founder of WishFinance.

Bank faces a formal enforcement action for problems in mortgages and auto insurance; Judge throws out lawsuit, although plaintiff promises an appeal.

For remaking East West Bank from a small savings institution into a $36.3 billion-asset player with a seat on the front lines of U.S.-China relations — all while churning out record earnings year after year — American Banker is recognizing Ng for being a "Consistent Performer" as part of our 2017 Banker of the Year awards.

Integrity is set to become the third Houston-area bank acquired by Independent in recent years.