Curry and Cordray on fintech innovation

In a presentation at the Lendit USA 2017 conference, Comptroller Curry discussed financial technology innovation. His remarks highlighted the potential for responsible innovation to expand financial inclusion and improve the delivery of banking products and services. During the speech, the Comptroller also provided an update on initiatives by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to support responsible innovation within the federal banking system. At the same conference CFPB Directory Cordray delivered prepared remarks on three broad areas of special interest to the Bureau. First, the approach the CFPB takes to encouraging consumer-friendly innovations in consumer finance. Second, the Bureau's consideration of the issue of consumer control over their personal financial data. Third, the benefits and risks of using unconventional sources of data to underwrite loans as a way to open access to credit for more consumers.