Adoption is accelerating amid the cost-of-living crisis. But it’s more likely that BaaS will become just an additional revenue stream for traditional banks.
On this first episode of the year, we explore the key banking and payment trends of 2023. We discuss trends and predictions, crunch important numbers you need to know, and have a conversation about how the different players in banking will capitalize, adapt, or get left behind. Join the conversation with host Rob Rubin, our principal analyst Tiffani Montez, and vice president of content Dan Van Dyke.
The top priority among US mobile banking users is knowing that their information is safe, according to our latest benchmark study of this banking channel. More than half (56%) said being notified of a Social Security number breach was “extremely valuable” to them, while 51% said the same of alerts for unusual account activity.
The firm is reportedly in talks over a sale. We discuss why it could be an attractive acquisition and how likely a buyout is.
In the first week of the new year, US regulators came out swinging against Coinbase, Binance, FTX, and Celsius.
A review of job postings and applicants year over year reveals it’s easy to find tech talent, but harder to attract candidates in legal and compliance.
VP Kamala Harris also is on the fintechs’s side. But banking industry trade groups are offering lots of counterpoints.
A handful of regulators issued a formal warning to banks—but a few key agencies were nowhere to be found.
Twig appeals to the cohort for its circular economy mandate. The addition of Vybe is a fresh take on teen banking.
A group of senators sent a letter to Synchrony and Wells Fargo about their credit cards designed for medical expenses.