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Generative AI is exciting, but has limited fraud-busting utility. Instead of rushing to implement gen AI-powered anti-fraud initiatives, banks should focus on strengthening their existing security measures.
July 31
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CEO Michael Miebach told analysts that a court's dismissal of an earlier agreement on interchange charges is disappointing, and he hopes to avoid a trial.
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The top five banks and thrifts had combined assets of more than $13 trillion as of March 31, 2024.
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Banks weigh in on the fallout from CrowdStrike's outage, Patelco Credit Union navigates an ongoing legal battle over ransomware attack, JPMorgan Chase's tech usage for fighting fraud and more.
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The lender denied its software uses artificial intelligence in fighting a 'digital redlining' case.
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Capital One's proposed deal to acquire Discover is being viewed by progressives as a test of how skeptical the administration really is about big bank mergers, while Republican lawmakers mostly support the deal.
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Asier Achutegui is the senior manager at the Microinsurance Network. With more than 15 years of experience in development, Achutegui previously worked in the evaluation, development and design of social inclusion public policy in Latin America and the Caribbean. He has experience in searching for development solutions globally and has worked in budgeting for projects aimed at improving the quality of life for the most vulnerable. In his current role, he is responsible for fundraising, coordinates key events and manages relationships with members from Europe.
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The Hammond, Louisiana, company, which announced changes to its business strategy, cut 71 jobs and reduced its dividend to 8 cents per share.
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Instances of check fraud have ballooned in recent years, plaguing banks, and they don't seem to be slowing down. Probably the best thing regulators can do to combat that fraud is to develop an equally inexpensive alternative that is more secure, and FedNow might be that service.
July 30
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