In a bid to boost their deposit base Citizens Financial is planning to launch a online only bank; the new bank will be named Citizens Access and will help to fund offerings like student loan refinancing and home equity loans; the move is part of a wider trend in the banking industry as other banks like JPMorgan Chase, PNC and BBVA have all launched online brands. Source.
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Todd is the host of PitchIt: the fintech startups podcast, a weekly interview show featuring emerging fintech founders and leading venture capitalists. He is responsible for leading the content team which covers fintech through daily & weekly email newsletters, editorial, virtual events, and in-person conferences. He has been covering fintech, banking, and venture capital for more than 15 years, including speaking regularly at industry events.