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Application Programming Interface (API)
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July 18, 2023

Application Programming Interface (API)

APIs (Application Programming Interface) are a set of protocols and routines that enable different software applications to communicate and exchange data with each other.

  • API enables communication between different software applications
  • API defines the rules for data exchange
  • API enables applications to access and use the functionality of another application
  • For Financial Institutions, APIs can increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their ability to provide innovative and customer-centric services

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FullCircl is a Customer Lifecycle Intelligence (CLI) platform that helps B2B companies in financially regulated industries do better business, faster. Its solutions allow front and middle office teams to win the right customers, accelerate onboarding and keep them for life.

FullCircl has merged with ID&V platform provider W2 Global Data to provide regulated entities with the next generation of regulatory compliance.

In the context of financial services, API plays a crucial role by enabling various applications to access and exchange data with financial systems and services. This helps financial institutions to offer a seamless customer experience and provide a range of innovative and flexible services. For example, financial institutions can use API to allow customers to access their account information and make transactions using third-party applications, such as mobile banking apps and financial management tools. Additionally, API can help financial institutions to integrate with other systems, such as payments systems, credit bureaus, and identity verification services, to enhance the customer experience and improve risk management.


By using API, financial institutions can increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance their ability to provide innovative and customer-centric services. This is especially important in a rapidly evolving digital landscape where customer expectations are constantly changing and competition is fierce. By embracing API and leveraging its capabilities, financial institutions can remain relevant and stay ahead of the curve.


Open Banking has been made possible through the use of APIs, which enables third-party providers to access and use customer data in a secure and controlled manner. This data can then be used to develop new and innovative services and applications, such as personal finance management tools, budgeting apps, and open banking payments services. By leveraging the capabilities of Open Banking and API, financial institutions can enhance the customer experience and create new opportunities for growth and revenue.


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The FullCircl API empowers B2B financial institutions to access the full suite of company intelligence provided by FullCircl. Using FullCircl's APIs and premium endpoints, you can access deeper insights from FullCircl and automate critical workflows; whether it’s auto form population or building extensive onboarding journeys and everything in between, the FullCircl API is the reliable and easy way to increase the efficiency of your business.


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