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Regulators should be focusing on the greatest risks to the system and the safety and soundness of financial institutions, rather than pushing lawful businesses to the shadow banking system, says consultant and former California regulator Walter Mix.

Some retailers like Disney are achieving high adoption of their wearable apps. Banks are a bit behind, but a few are piloting Google Glass and smartwatch banking apps.

Wearable computing is suddenly in style. Only a few banks and payment companies offer wristbands, smartwatch apps or Google Glass technology, but those that do are getting valuable feedback from consumers.

Hal Brown and Roger Busse discuss how a thorough succession plan can reassure your regulators, why medical lending has been so hot recently and how to stand out among larger competitors.