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Revolution in European instant payments Last year initiated a transformative phase for non-card payment infrastructure across Europe. Instant payment solutions are rapidly expanding, emphasizing interoperability. 5 key trends currently shape the European payments landscape: regional blocs, evolving financial solutions, the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), regulatory shifts, and changing customer preferences. These factors highlight strategic considerations for stakeholders aiming to enhance their position in 2024. Source: https://lnkd.in/e7AhM8EB #Loquat #banks #creditunions

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Feel good Sunday: The tapestry of a multicultural soul How do you discover your identity when rooted in two contrasting cultures? Creative disruptor Farhad Mohit delves into the paradoxes of dual identity, examining how his Iranian and American backgrounds enable him to balance independence with interdependence, progress with presence — allowing him to embrace life in the moment. Source: https://lnkd.in/eFzxijnH #Loquat

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Curious Saturday: Insights from my father's last days "Life is like a never-ending sushi conveyor belt, filled with challenges that both test and teach us," says writer Laurel Braitman. She delves into the connection between courage and fear, offering valuable lessons on love, loss, self-forgiveness, and embracing the full range of human emotions. Source: https://lnkd.in/eQ9qU2wh #Loquat

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Sharpen your mind with legal logic Lawyers often have a reputation for being tedious and are frequently criticized. However, this perception is unfair; lawyers can serve as valuable role models. The systematic approach and attention to detail inherent in legal thinking offer important lessons for other professionals and their managers. Source: https://lnkd.in/dCBqMKW4 #Loquat

Prediction of cloud computing trends Key Findings - Gartner 1) The #cloud has emerged as the primary platform for AI support. However, challenges such as sovereignty, data privacy, application composability, and sustainability hinder enterprise adoption of technologies like #GenAI. 2) Specialty cloud providers are increasingly vital in advancing organizations' digital initiatives, particularly regarding region-specific sovereign mandates. 3) Infrastructure and operations leaders prioritize monitoring sustainability metrics and managing the costs associated with cloud ownership. Source: https://lnkd.in/dKfViNR5 #Loquat #banks #creditunions

🎉 Exciting Announcement! 🎉 Join us today at the American Banker Small Biz Banking 2024 conference for a session titled - "Unthink onboarding as you knew It: Resetting the digital experience & raising expectations for small biz"! 🌟 We are pleased to announce that Zarina Tsomaeva, CEO & Founder of Loquat will be speaking alongside our client Kimberli Green, VP of Business Development at America First Credit Union. Together, they’ll share their insights on the future of #smallbusiness banking. Please mark your calendars—this is a session you won’t want to miss! https://lnkd.in/g3nNAKku #Loquat #AFCU #CustomerExperience #womeninbusiness

Economic outlook report - September 2024 For the first time since March 2020, surveyed executives perceive the global economy as stable rather than improving. The latest McKinsey Global Survey indicates a more cautious outlook from respondents regarding both global and domestic economies compared to previous quarters; however, a plurality still anticipates improvement in the next six months. Geopolitical instability continues to be viewed as the primary risk to growth, while political transitions have emerged as the second-most cited threat amid an election year that will see nearly half of the world's population voting. In terms of long-term risks over the next decade, geopolitical instability is regarded by all regions as the leading global threat. Concerns differ regionally, with Greater China focusing on energy issues and North America emphasizing government-related challenges. Source: https://lnkd.in/eTXZzr-3 #Loquat #banks #creditunions