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Regions Bank hires next corporate banking group leader from within; Detroit CU names its first-ever woman CEO; United Community raises its quarterly dividend; and more in this week's banking news roundup.
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The Swedish institution is adding savings accounts to its signature buy now/pay later service as it plots an IPO. Analysts say it will be a struggle to go against U.S. institutions.
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An amicus brief filed in a lawsuit challenging newly finalized implementing regulations for the Community Reinvestment Act argues that the court was chosen because plaintiffs believe the court is more likely to rule in their favor.
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The ability to make cash transactions is vital to some Americans, and when technology fails us, it can be a lifeline for all Americans. We need to preserve it.
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Loandepot and Mr. Cooper said they've spent tens of millions of dollars this year following recent, major hacks.
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Berkshire Hathaway trimmed positions in Capital One and Bank of America in the last several months, public filings show.
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Ashley Fontanetta is senior vice president, client advisor with Whittier Trust, providing advisory and administration services to high net worth individuals and families.
She specializes in philanthropic planning and administration, providing strategic consultation and guidance for clients who have an existing philanthropic entity or are looking to create one. Prior to joining Whittier Trust, she worked as a financial advisor. Prior to that, she spent several years as a director of a nonprofit organization serving chronically ill youth in Los Angeles and the Bay Area.
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Acima offers lease-to-own plans on consumer items, but the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and New York officials are calling those plans credit. The battles, playing out in separate courts, could trigger more expansive protections for customers.
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The personal data collection company, which offers its database for background check and private investigation services, acknowledged the major breach.
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Dave Warfel is Head of Aviation, North America for global insurer Allianz Commercial. Dave has two decades of aviation insurance experience with a background in general aviation, product liability and airline underwriting. He is a graduate of the Institute of Aviation at the University of Illinois and is a licensed commercial pilot.
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