Banking industry stories - Page 2
SC Ventures launches fintech startup for retail banking
Wed, 3rd Aug 2022
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SC Ventures has launched fintech startup Appro to simplify the retail banking user journey, reducing application process times from hours to minutes.
Heritage Bank appoints Mikhail Lopushanski as chief information security officer
Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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Heritage Bank appoints Mikhail Lopushanski, former chief security officer at Australian Prudential Regulation Authority, as CISO to boost data security.
Check Point reveals top malicious threats in June 2022
Fri, 15th Jul 2022
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New Android banking malware, MaliBot, emerges following FluBot takedown. It disguises itself as crypto mining apps and targets mobile banking users.
New ASB campaign helps young people better understand money
Wed, 6th Jul 2022
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ASB is helping 18 to 24-year-olds take advantage of financial possibilities and better understand the world of money.
Airwallex launches global payment services in New Zealand
Thu, 30th Jun 2022
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The launch will enable businesses in New Zealand to tap into Airwallex's global payments services, offering an alternative to traditional banks.
Banks, PSPs prioritising payment modernisation to compete
Fri, 17th Jun 2022
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A new report gives payment providers a forward-looking view of the evolution of payments and investment drivers for modernisation.
Australians re-examining spending fees and charges
Wed, 15th Jun 2022
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The majority of Australians are beginning to examine fees more closely. Unfortunately, no transaction is completely and always ‘free’.
DataRobot AI solution for CIMB Bank recognised at Asset Triple A Digital Awards
Thu, 9th Jun 2022
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CIMB Bank Berhad wins Best Financial AI Project in Malaysia at The Asset Triple A Digital Awards 2022 with its AI platform developed by DataRobot.
Why personalised CX will pay off for Asia’s banks
Thu, 2nd Jun 2022
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In just a few years, well-funded fintech firms, mobile wallets, trading apps and digital-only banks have revolutionised the centuries-old banking industry.
Gartner reveals top three tech trends for banks this year
Wed, 25th May 2022
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Gartner says generative artificial intelligence, autonomic systems and privacy-enhancing computation are gaining traction in banking and investment services.
NICE CXone platform integration implemented with Regional Bank Australia
Mon, 9th May 2022
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NICE's CXone platform is successfully implemented by Regional Bank Australia, streamlining contact centre operations and supporting branches.
More solutions updates and developments from Xero announced
Thu, 5th May 2022
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Xero has announced new solutions, features, and updates for May, as well as developments in Australia and New Zealand markets.
Australian small business unsatisfied with traditional banks
Tue, 3rd May 2022
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Traditional banks in Australia are at risk of losing SME business to non-traditional competitors, according to new research by RFI Global for FICO.
Incumbent banks must embrace data-centric capabilities
Fri, 29th Apr 2022
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Retail banks are lagging in their ability to offer true omnichannel experiences, as customers pivot to competitors that offer more personalised experiences.
Majority of banks paid ransom for cyberattacks last year
Tue, 26th Apr 2022
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VMware's most recent report finds 74% of businesses experienced one or more ransomware attacks in the last year, with 63% deciding to pay the ransom.
Malicious Android apps targeting Malaysian bank customers
Fri, 8th Apr 2022
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Researchers at cyber security firm ESET have analysed three malicious Android applications targeting customers of eight Malaysian banks.
Fintech expert urges caution when it comes to online banking details
Thu, 7th Apr 2022
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Consumers must be cautious when sharing online banking details with third-party businesses, warns fintech expert Jill Berry.
Big four branch closures see shift in fintech market for regional businesses
Tue, 29th Mar 2022
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A new report by Zeller has revealed that the majority of regional businesses in Australia have been impacted as a result of branch closures by the big four.
Open finance set to benefit New Zealand consumers - report
Mon, 28th Mar 2022
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Open finance is expected to become the standard for consumers' financial welfare and empowerment, according to an Aotearoa fintech research report.
GPS and Mastercard help fintechs disrupt traditional banking
Thu, 24th Mar 2022
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GPS, the global payment technology platform catering to a variety of fintechs, has announced a new strategic partnership with Mastercard.