All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Starling’s Engine expands into New Zealand with SBS Bank tie-up  

SBS Bank is expected to update its core banking infrastructure using Engine’s cloud-based platform.  

Swedbank faces new AML compliance probe in Sweden 

The probe will assess the lender’s due diligence measures from December 2023 through November 2025. 

JPMorgan admits closing accounts linked to Donald Trump 

The bank’s disclosure was made through a court filing in response to a lawsuit brought by Trump against JPMorgan and its CEO. 

Synechron and Cognition launch AI partnership to support banks

This integration draws on Synechron’s experience supporting major banking clients. 

Plata gains banking licence in Mexico 

The regulatory clearance allows Plata to expand beyond its existing credit card business.  

Citi completes Russian exit by selling unit to Renaissance Capital  

Citi indicated that this divestment is anticipated to add approximately $4bn to its CET1 capital during the first quarter of 2026. 

JPMorgan Chase to add 160 new branches this year

The expansion is expected to extend services to new areas, including low-to-moderate income and rural communities.

Monte dei Paschi board greenlights Mediobanca merger and delisting plan

BMPS acquired an over 86% stake in Mediobanca in September last year.

Bank of Beirut UK transitions to Temenos core banking

Bank of Beirut UK is now positioned to provide a complete range of retail, commercial, and deposit products.

Lloyds to review staff bank data use in pay discussions 

Chief executive Charlie Nunn told employees about the move at a recent internal meeting.