Regulators ramp up pressure on BaaS banks

Firms that work with fintechs are coming under more scrutiny as examiners look to recalibrate their supervision of banks that operate banking-as-a-service programs, Klaros Group’s Konrad Alt said.

By Anna Hrushka • Oct. 11, 2023

SpringFour helps banks link customers to financial aid

The social impact fintech points customers in need of financial assistance to nonprofit and government resources to help them get back on their feet.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • Oct. 11, 2023

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Artificial intelligence

Banks must decide whether to forge AI tools in-house or partner with outside firms. AI’s importance can’t be understated, but legacy tech may also constrain the budget for banks looking to innovate.

By Banking Dive staff

Fed’s Waller pushes back on criticism of FedNow’s adoption rate

“We have got more in the pipeline and there are various estimates that could range from 250 to 350 by the end of the year, and they just continue to grow as banks do it,” the central bank governor said.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • Oct. 10, 2023

Truist in talks to sell the rest of its insurance arm for $10B: report

The potential buyer, Stone Point Capital, acquired 20% of Truist Insurance Holdings in February. But Truist, since then, has launched a cost-savings effort and is facing higher capital requirements.

By Dan Ennis • Oct. 10, 2023

Citi to sell its China wealth management portfolio to HSBC

The deal, which confirms speculation from last month, marks Citi’s effort to withdraw from consumer franchises across the globe as HSBC continues to fortify its foothold in Asia.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • Oct. 9, 2023

Barr: Capital proposal will have ‘limited’ impact on lending costs

Speaking to the American Bankers Association on Monday, Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr pushed back on claims that new capital rules would hamper lending activity.

By Anna Hrushka • Oct. 9, 2023

Metro Bank gets £925M lifeline

The package follows weeks of challenges, which began when regulators turned down the bank’s request that capital requirements for its mortgage business be lowered.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Oct. 9, 2023

7 personnel moves that spotlight Truist’s reorganization

The bank’s CMO is out, its Foundry unit is shuttered, and a CIO has jumped to Wells Fargo, according to reports.

By Dan Ennis • Oct. 9, 2023

Banks face AI ‘arms race’ in battle against cyber threats: Barr

It is critical for financial institutions to make investments in generative AI to safeguard against cyberattacks, the Federal Reserve's vice chair for supervision said.

By Anna Hrushka • Oct. 6, 2023

Monzo names US CEO in renewed push to capture American market

Conor Walsh, who served six years as head of global product at Cash App, replaces Carol Nelson, who stepped down last year, shortly after the U.K. fintech withdrew its application for a U.S. bank charter.

By Anna Hrushka • Oct. 5, 2023

Fed, OCC should probe Wells Fargo’s response to union efforts: Brown

Allegations of retaliation against employees should factor into regulators' assessments of the bank's safety and soundness, the Senate Banking Committee chair said.

By Dan Ennis • Oct. 5, 2023

Ally layoffs could affect more than 500 employees: report

The Detroit-based bank began an effort Monday to shrink headcount by less than 5%, an Ally spokesperson told Bloomberg.

By Dan Ennis • Oct. 4, 2023

Wells Fargo to close South Carolina office, but is doubling down on Chicago

As many as 525 employees may be affected by the closure. The bank, meanwhile, aims to invest $175 million in Chicago, growing its presence to 30 branches from seven.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • Oct. 3, 2023

Three Arrows Capital co-founder arrested in Singapore

Su Zhu founded crypto hedge fund 3AC with Kyle Davies in 2012. Its bankruptcy 10 years later contributed to the downfall of several crypto companies. Recently, a Singapore court called for jail time.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Oct. 2, 2023

Laurentian CEO, chairman resign

Rania Llewellyn was the first woman to run one of the largest banks in Canada. Éric Provost will take the helm, stepping up from his role as personal and commercial banking chief.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Oct. 2, 2023

Top bank CEOs to testify Dec. 6 to Senate panel

Executive compensation may take center stage at the hearing. But the CEOs may also use the forum to criticize a capital proposal they say will hamper their ability to extend credit.

By Anna Hrushka • Oct. 2, 2023

8 Truist board members to leave at year-end

Four reached mandatory retirement age, and four others are leaving voluntarily. Truist's inaugural CEO, Kelly King, is among those leaving, though the timing of his departure was set in 2019.

By Dan Ennis • Oct. 2, 2023

Banking events for the 2023-24 conference season

It’s time to plan for the rest of this year and beyond. Banking Dive has you covered with a running list of industry conferences, expos and meetings.

By Dan Ennis • Sept. 29, 2023

Citi to sell China retail-wealth business to HSBC: reports

The deal would mark the latest iteration of Citi’s steps to withdraw from consumer franchises across the globe. HSBC, meanwhile, has pledged to build out its Asian wealth business over the next five years.

By Anna Hrushka • Sept. 28, 2023

BNP Paribas tracking London office badge swipes: report

"Many of our competitors have already implemented similar measures,” the bank said in a memo to BNP employees, according to Reuters.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Sept. 28, 2023

DOJ probes UBS, Credit Suisse over sanctions breaches

Credit Suisse’s alleged compliance issues may have caused some Russian clients to avoid sanctions, resulting in a Department of Justice investigation, Bloomberg reported.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Sept. 27, 2023

Chase digital bank to ban crypto payments for UK customers

“If we think you're making a payment related to crypto assets, we'll decline it,” Chase U.K. told customers in an email reported by CoinDesk.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • Sept. 26, 2023

Does ‘Get on board ... or get off’ mean the death of ‘soft skills Citi’?

CEO Jane Fraser's blunt comments earned her a comparison to Jamie Dimon. But those who see this as a 180 from the bank that championed flex work may have forgotten Citi's COVID vaccine stance. 

By Dan Ennis • Sept. 25, 2023

Varo aims to displace Venmo, Cash App volume with new P2P feature

The bank on Thursday launched a feature enabling Varo account holders to instantly transfer funds at no cost to anyone with a U.S. debit card.

By Anna Hrushka • Sept. 21, 2023

Bank of America boosts minimum hourly wage to $23

If the bank reaches its target of paying $25 per hour to its lowest-earning employees by 2025, it will have raised its minimum wage by 121% since 2010, it said.

By Rajashree Chakravarty • Sept. 21, 2023