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Understanding the future of fintech in Washington hinges more than one might guess on innovation's past in Washington.

Innovation’s fate in D.C. tied to regulatory memories

Skeptical career regulators will drive much of the conversation, says former Treasury official
While much speculation about the future of innovation focuses on the Trump administration, a trio of experienced Capitol Hill hands told listeners at LendIt USA that Congress will inevitably weigh in.

How will innovation fare in D.C.?

Congressional attitudes as important as new administration’s, say experienced Hill aides
Debating pros and cons of fintech charters were, l. to r., consultant Jo Ann Barefoot; Matt Lambert of CSBS; Jeff Meiler of Marlette Funding; consultant David Cotney; and Zopa's Jaidev Janardana.

Is fintech charter courageous or outrageous?

Panel at LendIt USA debates OCC’s controversial move
The Comptroller's Office plans to go ahead with implementation of its fintech charter proposal, said national banking regulator Thomas Curry in a speech at the recent LendIt USA conference.

No “if” about fintech charter, says Curry

Drafting of licensing manual proceeds amid concerns
"Uberization" means much more when you've actually gone through the experience of using one.

The Uberization of … me

Have you ever, actually, taken an Uber? Now I have
Would Brett King, fintech author and founder of Moven, have opted for a fintech charter if one had existed when the company started?

Fintech pioneer Brett King looks at regulated life

Moven founder considers both sides of regulation, charters, and capital
Better to take regulation now, when things are comparatively good, than to have it forced on fintech in a crisis atmosphere later, suggests Fed official.

“Fintech, you really want regulation”

Philly Fed’s Harker says regulation now helps when things go south later
The Federal Reserve has its eyes on the rails of payments wherever they go.

Fed takes fintech head on

Blockchain, in particular, poses distinct possibilities as well as problems
Marketplace lending group grows

Marketplace lending group grows

Broadens to more types of online lenders
How many biometric "umbrellas" will your bank and your customers need to achieve cyberprotection?

Biometric hopes hinge on “multi-modality”

No one technique works all the time, so you need multiple approaches
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