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FICO has conducted a study highlighting concerning trends among UK credit card users in the Established vintage (1-5 years). As of February 2023, this group showed a significant increase in payment delinquencies. Specifically, they are 83% more likely to miss two payments compared to the overall average, with average balances predicted to go unpaid at 69% higher than all card accounts. Additionally, three missed payments are nearly 94% more common in this demographic.

Factors contributing to this trend include higher minimum payments and increased interest rates for these accounts. The 'balance at risk' for these customers has increased by over 60% since February 2022, raising alarms for risk managers, especially ahead of new Consumer Duty regulations set to start in July.

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is enhancing access to FICO® Scores for consumers during Financial Literacy Month, enabling free checks of their FICO Score 8 through multiple channels, including myFICO.com/free. This initiative, aimed at promoting credit education, underscores FICO's commitment to financial literacy, with 90% of U.S. lenders using FICO Scores. A recent survey by FICO revealed that 85% of consumers feel more secure when their credit score is healthy. The company emphasizes various resources, such as the FICO® Score Open Access program and the “Score a Better Future” initiative, which connects individuals to free credit coaching. These efforts align with FICO’s mission to empower consumers and help them manage their finances effectively.

FICO (NYSE: FICO) has announced that FICO® World 2023 will take place in Hollywood, Florida from May 16-19. This event will feature discussions on AI-powered customer experiences and digital transformation, showcasing innovations and best practices.

Key speakers include industry leaders Peter Zeihan, Jeremy Utley, and Erica Dhawan, alongside over 50 participating businesses such as Wells Fargo and Discover. The conference will comprise over 80 sessions focused on nine key topics, addressing industry challenges and customer management strategies.

FICO aims to enhance decision-making capabilities through its FICO® Platform, which integrates analytics and AI to optimize customer interactions and drive business growth.

FICO is hosting the 4th EURO Practitioners' Forum in Berlin from April 20-21, focusing on how algorithms and optimization models can enhance business resilience amid crises. The event will highlight various industry case studies, including Jeppesen's collaboration with Karolinska University Hospital during the pandemic, showcasing effective duty roster solutions using FICO® Xpress Optimization. FICO's ongoing partnership with Zuse Institute Berlin aims to leverage mathematical methods for optimizing data-driven processes across sectors like energy, health, and mobility. This initiative is part of a larger project funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, involving nearly 40 partners. By aligning academic research with practical applications, FICO seeks to address significant global challenges such as climate change and healthcare.

FICO (NYSE:FICO), a leader in predictive analytics and decision management software, will report its second quarter fiscal 2023 results on April 27, 2023, after market close. A conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day. Investors can access this call via the FICO website, and a replay will be available for one year.

FICO has pioneered predictive analytics since its founding in 1956, holding over 200 patents and serving clients in multiple sectors, including financial services and healthcare. The company processes decisions impacting the financial wellbeing of millions globally, notably protecting 2.6 billion payment cards from fraud.

FICO (NYSE:FICO) will host a free financial education event in Houston on April 22, aimed at providing consumers with tools to improve their financial health. Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia will open the event, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy. The event is part of FICO's 'Score A Better Future' program, which offers education on credit scores, specifically the FICO Score used by 90% of U.S. lenders. Participants will receive a free credit report and access to personalized credit coaching. Local nonprofit organizations are partnering with FICO to enhance the program's impact. Registration is available online for those interested in improving their financial understanding.

FICO announced that Artelys has created the TERRE market platform, enhancing the activation of electricity reserves for nine European Transmission System Operators (TSOs). This groundbreaking platform will improve the balancing of power systems for over 300 million people while ensuring security of supply. Powered by FICO Xpress Optimization, the platform can evaluate up to 500,000 bids in under three minutes. Artelys has won the ESG Champion award in the 2023 FICO Decisions Awards for its innovative approach to energy management. The TERRE platform is vital for the future energy landscape, particularly with rising renewable energy sources, as it enables efficient real-time adjustments in power generation and demand.

FICO (NYSE: FICO) has secured 12 new patents focusing on AI, digital decisioning, and blockchain model governance. With a total of 213 active patents and 80 pending applications, FICO reinforces its leadership in operationalizing AI technologies. The patents feature innovations like fraud detection, data governance, and personalized offers generation. According to Scott Zoldi, FICO's Chief Analytics Officer, these advancements enhance responsible AI capabilities, benefiting businesses worldwide.