Salameh holds the ‘Shiite Duo’ and FPM responsible for the banking crisis.
Riyad Salameh Claims He’s a Scapegoat in Lebanon’s Financial Crisis In a recent interview with Al Arabiya Business, former central bank governor Riyad Salameh expressed that he has become a “scapegoat” amid Lebanon’s ongoing financial turmoil, denying any responsibility for the losses experienced by depositors or the banking sector’s collapse. Salameh pointed to the impact […]
New Android malware BankBot YNRK aims at banking applications and cryptocurrency wallets
Over the past few years, Android users have faced a rising wave of financial malware. Threats such as Hydra, Anatsa, and Octo show how malicious actors can take control of devices, monitor screens, and hijack accounts without users realizing it. Although security updates have mitigated some of these risks, malware developers are constantly evolving their […]
Senate banking chair plans to vote on cryptocurrency market bill next month
Senate Banking Committee to Vote on Cryptocurrency Bill Tim Scott, the Chairman of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, announced on Tuesday his intention to bring the cryptocurrency market structure bill to a committee vote next month. Scott expressed optimism during an appearance on Fox Business, stating, “I believe that by the end of this year, […]
Bangladesh aims to implement an open banking system for quicker financial services.
Bangladesh’s Open Banking Initiative BB aims to launch an open banking system by June 2026 Customers can access services from various banks through fintechs A working committee will be formed by December to oversee implementation This system is expected to expedite loan processes Models from India and Singapore are being considered Bangladesh is gearing up […]
Chime raises its 2025 revenue outlook due to an increase in digital banking users.
Chime Inc. Ups Revenue Forecast Amid Growing Demand Chime Inc. announced on Wednesday that it has raised its full-year revenue projection, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations, as the appetite for its digital banking services continues to climb. This news caused a 4% surge in its shares during after-hours trading. Chime is among a group of fintech […]
Consumers call on CFPB to safeguard data in open banking initiative
Key insights: The CFPB is sorting through numerous comments as it drafts new rules about personal financial data rights. What’s going wrong: The CFPB initiated new rulemaking after JPMorgan Chase began imposing fees on data aggregators. Support data: Small banks want an exemption for institutions with assets of $10 billion or less from the responsibilities […]
Morning Coffee: Barclays awards top bonus to retail bankers who departed 18 years prior. The least wise phrases to use in banking.
Barclays Expands with New Acquisition Some deals can really send a chill down your spine—especially when they seem to bring more complications than benefits. Imagine a major global bank snapping up a fintech platform, or maybe a European company making its mark in the U.S. market just to gain traction in consumer finance during shaky […]
Study Reveals Two in Three US Banking Leaders Think Agentic AI Will Transform Industry Operations
Banking Executives Embrace AI, but Call for Regulation According to a recent survey, the banking sector is optimistic about AI, with 71% of respondents indicating a need to invest in AI agents for competitive advantage. However, over half (54%) also expressed a desire for more robust regulatory oversight. SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 27, 2025 — […]
India’s banking industry receives its biggest foreign investment to date
Good morning. The Prime Minister’s Office has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the ASEAN summit virtually instead of traveling to Malaysia. This has stirred speculation about a potential meeting with Donald Trump. While domestic media is buzzing about a trade deal on the horizon, notable differences in the bilateral relationship persist. Following […]
The new centers helping Yorkshire towns avoid becoming banking wastelands
High Streets in Yorkshire: A Bankless Trend In many small towns throughout Yorkshire, it’s becoming all too familiar to see high streets devoid of banks. Recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlights that over half of the local branches in this region have closed over the last decade, largely due to customers […]