Patents Examined by Mike Anderson
  • Patent number: 11436577
    Abstract: A method, system, apparatus, and computer program for conducting a real-time payment settlement transaction. The method receiving a request for endpoint data, and, in response to receiving the request, determining whether one or more directories, among a plurality of directories, can provide the endpoint data requested in the request. The method also includes identifying at least one directory, among the directories determined to be able to provide the endpoint data requested in the request, as a selection for providing the endpoint data, and obtaining the endpoint data from the at least one directory identified in the identifying. In one example embodiment, the endpoint data includes an account number of a payee account and a routing number of a payee entity. A payment message or a request for payment message can be routed using the obtained endpoint data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: The Clearing House Payments Company L.L.C.
    Inventors: Peter Davey, Stephen Ledford
  • Patent number: 11423371
    Abstract: Disclosed are the methods and systems for transferring value from as first account to a second account via a consumer device. The methods may be consumer or merchant driven and may involve transferring value to peers, oneself, or a third party account holder with or without the creation of a user account. Based on information input by a user, various financial systems interact in a manner that results in creation of an escrow account and effectuates transfer of value from a funding account through that escrow account to a receiving account. Such novel methods allow for previously unavailable transfers of value. In certain embodiments, the methods and systems also encompass creation of a digital equivalent of the value and using the digital equivalent to make payments at as point of service.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: Raise Marketplace, LLC
    Inventors: Trevor Filter, Anthony Winslow, Michael Morris
  • Patent number: 11423372
    Abstract: A method, computer program product, and system are disclosed. The method, when implemented in a computer system, includes determining a change deposit amount, determining account information (the account information identifying an account), and initiating a deposit operation, where the deposit operation includes performing an electronic deposit of the change deposit amount to the account. The determining is performed by a digital change application that is installed in a mobile device. The digital change application is configured to initiate the electronic deposit of the change deposit amount to the account.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Inventor: James L. Martinson
  • Patent number: 11423370
    Abstract: Disclosed are the methods and systems for transferring value from a first account to a second account via a consumer device. The methods may be consumer or merchant driven and may involve transferring value to peers, oneself, or a third party account holder with or without the creation of a user account. Based on information input by a user, various financial systems interact in a manner that results in creation of an escrow account and effectuates transfer of value from a funding account through that escrow account to a receiving account. Such novel methods allow for previously unavailable transfers of value.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: Raise Marketplace, LLC
    Inventors: Anthony Winslow, Michael Morris
  • Patent number: 11397938
    Abstract: A system includes a customer authentication system, and an automatic teller machine (ATM). The ATM includes a display, one or more memory devices storing software instructions, and one or more processors configured to execute the software instructions to perform operations to: display an item on the display; store information regarding the item; receive from a customer device captured information regarding the item; receive from the customer device identifying information of a customer; send the identifying information to the customer authentication system; compare the captured information with the information stored in the one or more memory devices; authenticate the customer device based on the comparison; and allow access to the customer account via the ATM after the authentication.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2022
    Assignee: Capital One Services, LLC
    Inventors: David Wurmfeld, Kevin Osborn
  • Patent number: 11392946
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method comprising receiving a transaction request from a merchant server. In response to receiving the transaction request, the method includes requesting authentication from a computing device associated with a user payment account and a requesting that a merchant re-submit the transaction request. The method includes receiving an authentication parameter from the computing device, and determining that the authentication parameter matches an authentication parameter of the user payment account. The method includes receiving a re-submission of the transaction request from the merchant server and, based on the determination that the authentication parameter received from the computing device matches the authentication parameter associated with the user payment account, approving the transaction request.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: VISA INTERNATIONAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION
    Inventors: Beatriz Montiani Carvalho, Rogerio Cazelato, Juan Amezcua, Belkis Barral, Gabriela Castillo
  • Patent number: 11393037
    Abstract: A system for movement-based device control is presented. The system may include a target device and a control device. The control device may be configured to determine an indication of the target device. The control device may also be configured to detect at least one movement associated with the control device. The movement(s) may correspond to at least one control command associated with the target device. The control device may additionally be configured to generate a control signal indicative of the control command(s) associated with the target device based on the movement(s) associated with the control device. The control device may also be configured to transmit the control signal indicative of the control command(s) associated with the target device to the target device based on the indication of the target device so that the target device is controlled according to the control command(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
    Inventors: Brian Mark Fields, Lee Marvin John Assam
  • Patent number: 11393033
    Abstract: A system for error detection in a trading network comprises a memory operable to store a plurality of trader profiles, wherein a particular trader profile is associated with a particular trader. The particular trader profile comprises first contact data associated with a first client device and second contact data associated with a second client device. The memory is further operable to store at least one trading order associated with the particular trader. The system further comprises a processor communicatively coupled to the memory and operable to detect an alert associated with the first client device. In conjunction with detecting the alert, the processor is operable to determine a current status of the at least one trading order and to generate a status message regarding the determined status. The processor is further operable to transmit the status message to the second client device, wherein the transmission is based at least in part on the second contact data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2022
    Assignee: BGC PARTNERS, INC.
    Inventor: James C. Johnson
  • Patent number: 11373165
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for facilitating network transactions. One exemplary method includes receiving, by a computing device, via a first wireless connection, a credential from a mobile device where the credential is specific to an account associated with the mobile device. The method also includes determining an identifier of the mobile device, compiling an authorization request for the network transaction, where the authorization request includes the identifier and the credential, and transmitting the authorization request to a first party for authorization. The method further includes; receiving an authorization reply in response to the authorization request, where the authorization reply includes a result for the network transaction and the identifier, and transmitting, via a second wireless connection, a notification, including the result of the network transaction, to the mobile device, based on the identifier included in the authorization reply.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Assignee: MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Prashant Sharma, Rajat Maheshwari
  • Patent number: 11361310
    Abstract: In an embodiment, the present disclosure provides computer-implemented systems and methods for automatic management of video content of a plurality of content creators. In an embodiment, the disclosure provides, among other things, computers programmed to implement a networked, online platform for facilitating collaboration between content creators and producers. In an embodiment, the platform is programmatically configured to provide a content creator with a Challenge function that includes a challenge management system with automated messaging and a reward system. In an embodiment, the platform is also programmatically configured to implement a Broadcast function useful to a content creator. In an embodiment, the platform is programmed to implement the foregoing functions using complete, defined workflows that efficiently facilitate collaboration among content creators via the Challenge function or the Broadcast function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: PEARPOP, INC.
    Inventors: Vincent D. Tuscano, Cole A. Mason, Raymond R. Lee
  • Patent number: 11354646
    Abstract: Systems and methods for QR code purchase transaction processing. In an embodiment, an interoperability computer system receives a push-type QR code payment request, validates the push-type QR code payment request, obtains local regulations governing QR code purchase transactions and at least one of a routing configuration for an originating institution (OI) and a routing configuration for a receiving institution (RI). The process also includes determining, by the interoperability computer system, that one of the OI or the RI is not configured for push-type purchase transactions or that local regulations do not permit push-type transactions, generating a pull-type QR code purchase transaction request, and transmitting the pull-type QR code purchase transaction request to a payment network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Manoneet Kohli, Shane Lansley Jorge Jose Deniz
  • Patent number: 11354738
    Abstract: A method of performing a currency trade involving a math-based currency (“MBC”) for a customer having a MBC account with a financial institution is described. The financial institution receives a trade order and determines an optimal trade sequence that may involve more than one trade to achieve the initially requested currency trade. The financial institution updates account balances associated with the customer on an overlay ledger to reflect the currency trade. The overlay ledger includes information relating to account balances of a plurality of MBC accounts associated with a plurality of customers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
    Inventor: Ashish B. Kurani
  • Patent number: 11348170
    Abstract: Systems and methods in accordance with arrangements described herein can include identifying a variety of accounts associated with a user and determining a set of actions that can be taken with respect to the accounts. For instance, upon death of a user, a predetermined set of actions can be executed to transfer one or more assets as defined in a digital will. The accounts can be identified by scanning one or more accounts associated with the user. The accounts associated with the user and/or the account actions for the accounts can be automatically maintained over time. On an account transfer event, each of the accounts can be automatically transferred and/or closed in accordance with the determined account actions. In many embodiments, a password manager is maintained to facilitate the review of accounts and the performance of the appropriate actions on the occurrence of a transfer event.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2022
    Assignee: Allstate Insurance Company
    Inventors: Philip Peter Ramirez, Kevin Mitchell, Christopher Liow, Daniel Turcza
  • Patent number: 11334951
    Abstract: A method for determining vehicle insurance costs includes receiving a starting location and a destination location for a trip using a vehicle. One or more routes for the vehicle from the starting location to the destination location are received. A cost of insurance is determined for each of the one or more routes for the trip. The cost of insurance for each of the one or more routes for the trip is displayed. A selected route from the one or more routes is received. Operation of the vehicle for the trip is enabled along the selected route.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
    Inventors: H. Brock Kolls, Andrew J. Garner, IV
  • Patent number: 11334872
    Abstract: A first communication channel is established between a contactless blank IC (integrated circuit) payment card and a mobile device. The mobile device is in proximity to the contactless blank IC payment card. A second communication channel is established, via the mobile device, between a remote personalization server computer and the contactless blank IC payment card. Payment card personalization data is received and stored in the contactless blank IC payment card. The data had been downloaded from the remote personalization server computer to the contactless blank IC payment card via the second communication channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: MASTERCARD INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Simon Phillips, Alan Johnson
  • Patent number: 11334887
    Abstract: A payment card system for authorization and authentication is provided. A computing device monitors one or more transactions to detect various security threats comprising one or more accounts. A computing device determines to elevate a security level associated, at least, with one account based, at least, in part, on detection of, at least, one security threat. A computing device generates at least one temporary personal identification number based, at least, on determination to elevate a security level associated, at least, with one account.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Nadiya Kochura, Itzhack Goldberg, Su Liu, Fang Lu
  • Patent number: 11328300
    Abstract: Described herein are methods and systems for enhancing security of transaction requests from POS terminals by utilizing ANI-DNIS information. The header of the transaction request can include automatic source information (“ASI”), which can be extracted from the header by the line handler. The ASI information can be provided to the front end interface, which can compare the ASI information with known customer information. The comparison can provide information indicating whether the transaction is legitimate or fraudulent. If fraudulent, the transaction request can be declined. The ASI information can further be stored in a security analysis database and further queried to identify larger threats including denial of service attacks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: FIRST DATA CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert J. Cole, Mary Januszka, Alan Todd Blackburn, John J. Petrizzo, Robert J. Seitz, Tim Seligman, Eric Stormo
  • Patent number: 11328266
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to systems and methods for notifying an entity of a requested payment. In addition, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to solutions for identifying information about an intended recipient of a payment. Embodiments of the present disclosure also relate to solutions for sending a notification to a recipient regarding a payment. Embodiments of the present disclosure further relate to solutions for allowing a recipient to track a payment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: Capital One Services, LLC
    Inventors: Abdelkader M'Hamed Benkreira, Michael Mossoba, Adam Vukich, Joshua Edwards
  • Patent number: 11321731
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to the use of loyalty accounts, private label payment accounts, and general payment accounts using an electronic device with an electronic wallet. Various accounts are linked to the electronic device. In some examples, the electronic device is NFC-enabled. The electronic device may be used to provide loyalty account information and payment account information to a payment terminal, such as an NFC-enabled payment terminal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2022
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Marcel Van Os, Donald W. Pitschel, Gregg Suzuki, Lawrence Y. Yang, Peter D. Anton, Glen W. Steele, George R. Dicker
  • Patent number: 11321699
    Abstract: A payment support system includes a terminal ID acquisition processing unit, a position acquisition processing unit, an association processing unit, and a payment processing unit. The terminal ID acquisition processing unit acquires identification information of a user terminal of a user who entered a facility. The position acquisition processing unit acquires position information of the user terminal. The association processing unit stores the identification information acquired by the terminal ID acquisition processing unit and a use price of the facility of the user in a storage unit in association with each other. The payment processing unit executes a payment process of the use price when the user terminal is separated from a predetermined area of the facility by a predetermined distance or more after exiting the predetermined area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2022
    Assignee: GURUNAVI, INC.
    Inventors: Shoki Aoyama, Hiroki Ono