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Fintech companies are applying to become banks. Here's what it takes to become one

Many financial technology companies are applying to become banks. The Indicator finds out what it takes to go through this process and what benefits come with a bank charter.

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Wailin Wong
Wailin Wong is a co-host of The Indicator from Planet Money.
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