All articles by Satarupa Bhowmik

Satarupa Bhowmik

National Bank of Egypt partners with BIO-key to enhance security

The bank will use BIO-key PortalGuard’s advanced MFA and SSO capabilities to streamline and secure access across applications.

Prosperity Bank adopts Akuvo collections platform

The bank aims to enhance collection efficiencies as well as support asset protection and process streamlining efforts.

UMB gains approval for $2bn acquisition of Heartland Financial USA

The firms got approvals from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

United Bankshares finalises Piedmont Bancorp acquisition

This move is set to enhance United’s footprint in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US.

Lloyds Banking Group allows branch access across brands

The group’s decision is seen as a step to optimise customer experience as more customers switch to online banking.

CFPB authorises FDX as open banking standards setter in US

The move is part of the CFPB’s Open Banking regulation that mandates companies to share financial data with authorised parties.

Fintech app Dave faces legal action over deceptive marketing

The DOJ is seeking civil penalties, refunds for consumers, and a court order to halt the company’s alleged unlawful practices.

Scotiabank concludes $2bn stake acquisition in KeyCorp

The second phase of investment involved purchasing an additional 10% stake in KeyCorp.

Access Bank secures $228m for expansion via rights offer

The move is aimed at strengthening the bank’s position above the new regulatory capital requirements.

Westpac New Zealand admits to customer overcharges

The admission came as part of a civil proceeding initiated by the FMA at the High Court in Auckland.