AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoBanking & Regulation: Federal regulators flagged weaknesses in some BaaS setups, focusing on fragmented operations and limited access to records, while banks keep reshaping deposit and fee strategies around these partnerships. Embedded Finance: FIS launched a new embedded banking platform, with M&T among early users, as banks chase more deposits and fee income through software distribution. US Charter Push: OpenReserve won conditional OCC approval for a “bank that never closes,” backed by a $25M seed round led by a16z. Canada Currency: The Bank of Canada unveiled a new vertical $20 note featuring King Charles III and added security features, with rollout early next year. M&A in Community Banking: Equity Bancshares agreed to buy Lincoln Savings Bank’s parent, expanding Equity’s Iowa presence ahead of a Q4 2026 close. Market/Policy Reality Check: A fact-check challenged Trump’s claim that US banks can’t operate in Canada, noting 15 US-based banks already operate there. Crypto/Stablecoins: Multiple banks are moving toward stablecoin plans, including a push involving 21 banks. Security & Crime: Police reported a string of bank robberies in Colorado Springs and a WSFS Bank robbery suspect identified in Delaware.
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