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American Fintech Council (AFC) Responds to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Interpretive Rule on Buy Now Pay Later

Fintech Finance

Regulatory clarity and consistent standards are critical for providers offering safe, transparent and responsible financial services and even more important for consumers who expect protections when utilizing financial services including Buy Now Pay Later,” said Phil Goldfeder, Chief Executive Officer of AFC.

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CFPB expands oversight of Big Tech payment apps

Finextra

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalised a rule that will see it supervise tech giants such as Apple and Google that offer digital payment apps and wallets.

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When Will The US Open Banking Rule Come Into Force? 

Open Banking Excellence

Your guide to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) imminent proposals for a new regulatory framework governing “Personal Financial Data Rights” The US will propose a new “Open Banking Rule” this year which will set the foundations for an ecosystem with the potential to become the largest in the world.

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CFPB establishes rules for standard-setting bodies

The Paypers

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has finalised a rule detailing the requirements for becoming a recognised industry standard-setting body.

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American Fintech Council responds to CFPB buy now, pay later rules

Finextra

The American Fintech Council (AFC), the fastest growing premier industry association representing responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, submitted its response to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on the proposed Interpretive Rule and Request for Comment on the Use of Digital User Accounts to Access Buy Now, Pay Later Loans. (..)

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CFPB suggests interpretive rule for paycheck advance products

The Paypers

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has suggested an interpretive rule to ensure that lenders’ legal obligations to disclose the costs of paycheck advance products are met.

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CFPB says startups and consumers must have say in open banking standard setting

Finextra

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken another step designed to promote open banking in the US, finalising a rule for recognising data sharing standards and preventing incumbents from "squelching" startups.