Technology

It's one of the first wealth management firms to share documents with clients through Box.

Commercial entities could harm the dollar's value, causing harm to the economy. A government backed cryptocurrency would add balance, argues Madeline Aufseeser, a payments industry veteran.

The argument that only the federal government is up to the task is misguided.

The agreement with authorities including the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general — and possibly the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — may be announced as soon as Monday.

The idea of a common digital identity for consumers has become more compelling amid the digitalization of the world's economy. Many bank and credit union executives consider it a natural fit, one the industry should be prepared to lead on.

ZestFinance is bringing its machine learning software ZAML to Brazilian retailer Via Varejo and its digital banking subsidiary Banqi to power the credit underwriting for Varejo’s “carnês” point-of-sale microfinance lending product.

A bill by Rep. Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., would give the CFPB authority to oversee cybersecurity efforts at the credit bureaus.

New tech-focused programs for employees can help banks evolve from within.

Blockchain and cryptocurrency innovations threaten to upend mainstream remittance providers, but there are still market gaps that may be best served by a large bank footprint.

For business payments, financial institutions have the trust advantage over fintechs but are not offering an easier experience, argues Steve Robert, co-founder and CEO of Autobooks.