All articles by Isabella Grotto

Isabella Grotto

Direct banking increasingly popular in the US – Mintel

According to a report released in October 2013 by market research firm Mintel, direct banking figures are on the rise in the US.

The Reserve Bank of India unveils technical committee on mobile banking

The Reserve Bank of India has announced the institution of a technical committee to assist in its mobile banking strategy.

PNC introduces Windows 8 virtual wallet app

Pennsylvania-based PNC bank has announced the introduction of a virtual wallet application for Windows 8.

Diebold to introduce contactless ATMs

Diebold, a leading US financial services corporation, has announced plans to make a contactless card reader available globally on its existing Opteva ATMs.

Despite credit growth, credit card spending remains weak in US

Data released by the US Federal Reserve has revealed that while consumer credit exceeded expectations for growth in August, credit card usage fell for the third consecutive month.

NAB ‘smart store’ relies on self-service machines instead of tellers

National Australia Bank (NAB)’s flagship ‘smart store’, which opened its doors at the end of September, has abandoned the traditional bank teller layout in favour of fewer staff and more self service terminals.

City National Bank announces partnership with FIS over cardless ATMs

California-based City National Bank (CNB) announced a deal with banking and payment technology provider FIS to offer cardless cash access at its ATMs.

Vodafone to provide mobile money service in Goa

Telecommunications giant Vodafone India has announced the extension of mobile money service ‘M-Pesa’ to the Western Indian state of Goa.

Sterling Bank issues new prepaid cards

Sterling Bank has announced the launch of two new prepaid card products, with one aimed at students.

Alaric announces deal with China Bank over Authentic payment switch system

Alaric, a UK fraud prevention and payments software supplier, has announced that Manila-based China Bank has opted for its payment switch software.