USAA selected Firethorn based on its superior user experience featuring secure single sign on technology and the opportunity for Firethorn's mobile banking application to be distributed on AT&T and Verizon Wireless handsets, thus increasing USAA's visibility and the likelihood of user adoption.

The Firethorn mobile banking and payments solution is customizable and branded, enabling USAA to tailor the application to highlight specific products and services for its members. And because Firethorn's mobile banking solution will be featured on AT&T and Verizon Wireless mobile handsets, wireless users will be able to easily locate the application.

USAA members, using their Firethorn-enabled mobile application, will be able to pay bills, check balances, view history and transfer funds from their USAA accounts. CheckFree Corporation provides USAA with bill payment and presentment capabilities which USAA members will now be able to extend to their mobile handsets.