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CFPB requests public comment on consumer privacy protections

Bank Automation

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau published a request for information today asking the public to comment on data privacy protections on digital payments. When people pay […] The post CFPB requests public comment on consumer privacy protections appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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American Fintech Council Calls for Treasury to Back Innovation by Enhancing Regulatory AI Clarity

The Fintech Times

In June, the Treasury Department issued a request for information on the use of AI in financial services. ” AFC also explained that it recognises the ‘essential’ role of existing consumer protections and governance structures in safeguarding consumer privacy and managing third-party risk.

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6 Types of COVID-19 Scams to Watch Out For

FICO

Watch out for “fun” requests for information. Criminals have gotten savvier and have created ways to make their information gathering seem like a fun activity. This sometimes takes the form of an online game or quiz that asks for information — the same kind of information can also be found on identity verification questions.

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CFPB Proposes to Regulate Large Digital Wallet and Payment App Providers

Global Fintech & Digital Assets

Under the Proposal, however, they would be subject to heightened scrutiny via routine monitoring, requests for information, and on-site or off-site compliance examinations. The Proposal also excludes certain types of transactions, including the following: International payments or money transfers (e.g.,

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CFPB Uses “Mystery Shoppers” To Target Bank Lending Practices

PYMNTS

Undercover investigation is common in criminal law – but not in civil enforcement – because the 1974 Privacy Act states that government officials must identify themselves before seeking information from individuals. Thus, there is no Privacy issue.

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Apple Reassures US Senators About Privacy Protection In Virus Tools

PYMNTS

In response to some senators’ requests for information, Apple said in a letter that its new COVID-19 website and app would abstain from using any user data later on. Bob Menendez, Kamala Harris, Cory Booker and Richard Blumenthal were behind the inquiry.

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Attention Small Business Lenders!  The CFPB is Calling on You.

FICO

On May 10, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking to learn more about the small business lending market. If you are scratching your head as to why the CFPB is delving into small business lending, you are not alone.