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SAM Corporate Offers FICO’s Advanced Decision Science to Middle East and India

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024
Professional Services, Data Analytics, Technology, Insurance, Software, Finance, Fintech, SAM, SVP, Multimedia, FICO, Corporation

Analytics software provider FICO has partnered with SAM Corporate, one of the largest providers of fintech solutions in the Middle East, to bring advanced decisioning capabilities to businesses in India and the Middle East.

Key Points: 
  • Analytics software provider FICO has partnered with SAM Corporate, one of the largest providers of fintech solutions in the Middle East, to bring advanced decisioning capabilities to businesses in India and the Middle East.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240319020855/en/
    “FICO has the most matured and powerful decision science tools in the industry,” said Dr. Sunil Kumar K, co-founder and managing director of SAM Corporate.
  • “We are fusing their global expertise with our deep understanding of local markets to provide Middle East and Indian firms with best-of-breed solutions for decision analytics.
  • “SAM Corporate has the expertise to help them use our technology to make better decisions a competitive edge.

FICO and U.S. Senator Mark Warner to Host Series of Credit Education Events in Richmond

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024
Women, Data Management, Technology, Men, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Government, Consumer, Personal Finance, Small Business, Fintech, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Accounting, Professional Services, Other Education, Software, Education, State, Local, Other Consumer, Senator Warner, FICO, The Virginians, Virginia State University, Warner

Senator Mark Warner’s office are teaming up to host a series of Score A Better Future™ credit education workshops as part of the “Virginia Financial Empowerment Series” in the Richmond area March 19-21.

Key Points: 
  • Senator Mark Warner’s office are teaming up to host a series of Score A Better Future™ credit education workshops as part of the “Virginia Financial Empowerment Series” in the Richmond area March 19-21.
  • The Virginia Financial Empowerment Series is an initiative led by Senator Warner's office, dedicated to advancing and fostering best practices in financial literacy among Virginians.
  • Facilitated by FICO’s Score A Better Future program, the workshops in the series seek to educate individuals about financial literacy tied to credit scores.
  • "Financial literacy empowers individuals to make informed decisions, build wealth, and secure their financial well-being,” said Senator Warner.

Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) Investigation: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Encourages Investors to Seek Compensation for Alleged Wrongdoings

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星期四, 三月 14, 2024
Class Action Lawsuit, Professional Services, Legal, Letter, Justice, FICO

Attorney Advertising--Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of Fair Isaac Corporation (“FICO” or “the Company”) (NYSE: FICO).

Key Points: 
  • Attorney Advertising--Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of Fair Isaac Corporation (“FICO” or “the Company”) (NYSE: FICO).
  • Investors who purchased FICO securities are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm’s site: bgandg.com/FICO .
  • You can also contact Peretz Bronstein or his law clerk and client relations manager, Yael Nathanson of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC: 332-239-2660.
  • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits.

myFICO: Understanding the Different Types of Credit Cards

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星期二, 三月 12, 2024
Banking, Personal Finance, Professional Services, Finance, Risk, Student, APR, Travel, APRS, FICO, Credit

Secured credit cards are a type of credit card that you may want to consider if you have no prior credit history or a poor FICO Score.

Key Points: 
  • Secured credit cards are a type of credit card that you may want to consider if you have no prior credit history or a poor FICO Score.
  • Also, rewards credit cards (and, indeed, credit cards in general) are typically best for consumers who make a habit of paying off their full credit card balance every month.
  • Keep in mind that you’ll typically need good or excellent credit to qualify for these types of credit cards.
  • And some student credit cards may be secured credit cards that require a security deposit to open an account as well.

Conductiv CEO Gopal Swamy Wins ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator All-Heart Award

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星期三, 三月 27, 2024
SMB, LMI, FICO, Environment, Independent, Empathy, Risk, ICBA, Fintech, Bank

NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Conductiv, a fintech that helps community banks win back lost loans and deposits by digitally gathering data to improve underwriting, announced today that its CEO Gopal Swamy won the Independent Community Bankers of America®'s (ICBA) ThinkTECH Accelerator program's All-Heart award, sponsored by Wipfli LLP. This award celebrates an individual's demonstrated passion, empathy, and commitment to making a positive impact on community banks.

Key Points: 
  • Gopal Swamy, CEO of Conductiv, is this year's recipient.
  • NEW YORK, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Conductiv , a fintech that helps community banks win back lost loans and deposits by digitally gathering data to improve underwriting, announced today that its CEO Gopal Swamy won the Independent Community Bankers of America®'s (ICBA) ThinkTECH Accelerator program 's All-Heart award, sponsored by Wipfli LLP.
  • "I am grateful to receive the All-Heart award as it recognizes our alignment with community banking values and dedication to creating an environment that promotes innovation," Conductiv CEO Gopal Swamy said.
  • Conductiv participated in the ICBA ThinkTECH 10-week accelerator and presented its refined offering to community bank executives during the ICBA ThinkTECH Showcase in Orlando.

First Tech Federal Credit Union Helps Nearly 200 Leaders in Tech Manage Employee Relocation to U.S. with Groundbreaking Banking Program

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星期二, 三月 26, 2024
Microsoft, Mastercard, Intel, Social Security, HR, Organization, Relocation, FICO, SAN, Social, Cisco, H-1B, Tech, HP

SAN JOSE, Calif. and HILLSBORO, Ore., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, First Tech Federal Credit Union, the financial partner for tech innovators, is unveiling details of the First Tech Relocation Banking Program, which helps employees moving to the U.S. with an approved employer easily set up U.S. savings and checking accounts and establish and build U.S. credit. A recent study found that 89% of U.S. employers are currently hiring foreign national employees. Moreover, a record-setting number of H-1B registrations, the program for employers seeking to hire nonimmigrant aliens, were submitted in 2022, and experts believe 2023 will show it was even higher. By reducing the financial stress for transferees with an end-to-end financial solution, including access to savings and checking accounts, credit products, and mortgage services, First Tech's program helps support eligible companies by ensuring their employees can financially settle into the US.

Key Points: 
  • "We've been supporting our employer partners with employee relocation to the U.S. and within the U.S. for more than 20 years, and our First Tech Relocation Banking Program addresses the financial needs of their employees at every stage," said Bryan Rivers, First Tech Relocation Banking Program Manager at First Tech.
  • First Tech is also seeing momentum, growing its First Tech Relocation Banking Program by nearly 6% annually.
  • First Tech provides employees of eligible employers with access to credit products, including a $25,000 limit Mastercard, at attractive rates to help them establish credit.
  • For more information about First Tech's Relocation Banking Program, including approved employers, visit https://www.firsttechfed.com/discover/sponsor-companies .

Verity Credit Union's Successful Partnership with Zest AI Expands Credit Access to Underserved Communities

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星期四, 三月 21, 2024
African Americans, Community development financial institution, Organization, Community development, FICO, Partnership, Verity, Verity Credit Union, Puget Sound region, CDFI, HERE

SEATTLE, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Verity Credit Union, an $859 million asset financial institution in Seattle that champions socially responsible banking, announced today the measurable results of its partnership with Zest AI, the leader in AI lending technology. The two organizations came together in 2023 to establish a more inclusive process for reviewing applications for credit cards, personal loans, lines of credit, and auto loans.

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  • SEATTLE, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Verity Credit Union , an $859 million asset financial institution in Seattle that champions socially responsible banking, announced today the measurable results of its partnership with Zest AI , the leader in AI lending technology.
  • "Partnering with Zest AI supports our mission to co-create solutions and advocate for opportunities to grow generational wealth for all," said CEO of Verity Credit Union, Tonita Webb.
  • With the help of Zest AI's technology, Verity achieved notable increases in loan approvals for protected status applicants, who may not typically qualify based on traditional credit scoring methods.
  • "Our mission is to co-create solutions and advocate for opportunities to grow generational wealth for all," said CEO of Verity Credit Union, Tonita Webb.

Waud Capital Partners Announces Partnership with Software Leader Mark Layden

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024
Risk management, Growth, FICO, Partnership, History, Sale, SAP, Apax Partners, Social responsibility, Investment, Ecosystem, Playbook, Social Solutions, Interim, Management

CHICAGO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waud Capital Partners ("Waud Capital"), a growth-oriented middle-market private equity firm, announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Mark Layden to acquire companies and assets in the enterprise application software market. This marks the second partnership between Waud Capital and Mr. Layden, having previously joined together to acquire and grow CyberGrants, a corporate social responsibility software platform where Mr. Layden served as CEO. Waud Capital will invest alongside investments from Mr. Layden and co-investors.

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  • CHICAGO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waud Capital Partners ("Waud Capital"), a growth-oriented middle-market private equity firm, announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Mark Layden to acquire companies and assets in the enterprise application software market.
  • This marks the second partnership between Waud Capital and Mr. Layden, having previously joined together to acquire and grow CyberGrants, a corporate social responsibility software platform where Mr. Layden served as CEO.
  • "This partnership with Mark is another example of Waud Capital's commitment to fostering long-term relationships with high-caliber executives," said Matthew Clary, Partner at Waud Capital.
  • "We are incredibly excited to renew our partnership with Mark," said Paul Sutphin, Principal at Waud Capital.

Snap Finance Research Reveals Almost Half of Credit-Challenged Consumers Will Not Transact with a Store That Lacks Financing Options

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星期三, 三月 6, 2024
Electronics, FICO, Research

Working with Accelerant Research, Snap Finance surveyed consumers with and without credit challenges to learn how they shop and pay for what they need.

Key Points: 
  • Working with Accelerant Research, Snap Finance surveyed consumers with and without credit challenges to learn how they shop and pay for what they need.
  • "We know many people are overwhelmed by financial obstacles, especially those with less-than-perfect credit," said Rob Barnhart, president of Snap Finance.
  • If financing options aren't available, 44% of those with low credit scores said they would go to a different store that offers financing options to make a purchase.
  • 44% of credit-challenged consumers will leave a store that doesn't offer financing options in favor of one that does.

Lenders One Brings Together Its Members and Providers to Help Members Increase Profitability During Challenging Markets

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星期一, 三月 4, 2024
CRA, Reseller, Cooperative, FICO, Friction, Risk management, L1, Creditor, Fraud, Sale, FCRA, SSV, Warehouse management system, AIM, Risk, Quality control, NFIP, Summit, Freddie Mac, ASPS, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Insurance, VOE, UDN, Capital market, VOI, VOA, Environment, CMB, Bank

The addition of these members amid the challenging mortgage origination environment is a testament to the Lenders One team and offerings.

Key Points: 
  • The addition of these members amid the challenging mortgage origination environment is a testament to the Lenders One team and offerings.
  • Today, Lenders One offers its members a variety of direct, capital markets and national programs solutions, to help its members better compete.
  • More recently, Lenders One launched and refined some of its direct solutions to enhance the value proposition for its members:
    L1 Credit and Resellers.
  • In addition to its direct solutions, Lenders One has a suite of Capital Market and National Program solutions to help the members better compete.