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Why payment transparency is critical to the future of correspondent banking

The Payments Association

As financial crime evolves, correspondent banks must prioritise wire transfer transparency to meet global regulations and safeguard the financial system. Correspondent banking is vital in facilitating global trade, enabling cross-border remittances, and connecting emerging markets to the international financial system.

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Thunes Launches New Global Business Payments Service

Fintech News

Businesses can also process US dollar wire transfers to more than 170 countries and make payments in over 30 currencies, including USD, EUR, and CNY. USD payouts are trackable, and a single integration with Thunes’ platform eliminates the need for businesses to build separate correspondent banking networks.

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Bitcoin Tracker: No More Wire Transfers?

PYMNTS

Hong Kong–based exchange Bitfinex has seen its wire transfer issues worsen. The exchange had initially reported outgoing wire transfer disruptions earlier this month, subsequently filed suit and an injunction against Wells Fargo. A few days later, Bitfinex dropped the suit, but the problem has remained.

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Correspondent Banking Declines Amid Regulatory Pressures, Says IMF

PYMNTS

A new report from the International Finance Corporation, a part of the World Bank Group, finds correspondent banking relationships are down, an unintended consequence of regulatory reform. 8) said 27 percent of global banks surveyed have reported a drop in the number of correspondent banking relationships.

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ACH vs. Wire Transfers: Which Is Right for You?

Nanonets

First, let's delve into the mechanics of ACH and Wire transfers, followed by an exploration of their distinctions, guidance tailored for small businesses, and concluding with instructions on establishing ACH and Wire processes. What is a Wire Transfer? An ACH transfer usually falls between $0.2

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HSBC Bolsters Cross-Border Payment Capabilities in Partnership With Dandelion

The Fintech Times

Following its collaboration with Dandelion, HSBC now offers fee-free transfers to over 100 destinations in more than 60 currencies, providing a seamless, real-time payment experience that bypasses the traditional correspondent banking model. billion bank accounts and 116 million digital wallets around the world.

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Deep Dive: How High Costs And Slow Processing Times Impede Remittances

PYMNTS

The following Deep Dive examines how cross-border remittances are typically conducted via a correspondent banking model and details how these payments’ slow processing times and high fees are exacerbated by complex and overlapping government regulations. How Correspondent Banking Works. Obstacles To Smooth Remittances.