JPMorgan Chase plans to expand Community Center program, doubling branches in low-income areas JPMorgan Chase plans to double its "Community Center" branches that focus on low-income neighborhoods The Independent UK · Jun 25
Meme of 'JPMorgan's HR Department in 2026' Has People in Stitches Amid Sex Scandal and Knicks Bin Incident JP Morgan's bruising year has spawned a viral 'HR department in 2026' meme, blending a New York sex‑assault lawsuit and a Knicks parade trash‑can fiasco into one biting joke about corporate culture. International Business Times UK · Jun 25
Bank of India wins Rs 100 crore case against Nirav Modi LONDON: A London high court judge ruled in Bank of India's favour on Tuesday, holding that fugitive diamond businessman Nirav Modi does owe the public sector bank over $10.7 million (a little over Rs 100 crore). The Times of India · Jun 23
New twist in JPMorgan 'sex slave' lawsuit: Chirayu Rana wants to withdraw, Lorna Hajdini says you can't just walk away The sensational lawsuit involving a female executive and her male colleague who alleged that he was made a sex slave by the female, took the most surprising turn this week. New York Post reported that ex-JPMorgan banker Chirayu Rana wants to withdraw the case from the Manhattan Supreme Court and… The Times of India · Jun 23
'One of the biggest red flags': why scammers will swoop in next few weeks A major Hunter institution is urging people to stay vigilant at this time of year. Newcastle Herald · Jun 23
After credit rating, panel calls for economic stability The private sector is urging the government to maintain Thailand's economic stability following S&P Global Ratings' reaffirmation of the country's sovereign credit rating. Bangkok Post · Jun 19
Black bank card program to steer cash payments to single mothers in government housing One of the few Black-owned banks in the U.S. is introducing a debit card aimed at helping single mothers who live in government subsidized housing escape poverty AAP · Jun 19
Financial hub scheme still a priority The government remains committed to turning Thailand into a financial hub, says the chief of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO). Bangkok Post · Jun 17
Thai virtual banks expected to lose money in early years Brokerage KKPS says growth constrained by regulatory framework focusing on risk management Bangkok Post · Jun 17
Federal prosecutors subpoena banks over alleged closure of accounts In this week’s edition of Economy and Society: Ballotpedia · Jun 17
HSBC launch £220 offer to switch banks - but how does it stack up against the competition? Nationwide, Lloyds and first direct are among the other providers with ongoing switch offers The Independent UK · Jun 16
Government Savings Bank expands investment options Government Savings Bank (GSB) has partnered with 10 asset management companies (AMCs) to expand savings and investment options for its 26 million customers, allowing them to invest according to their individual risk appetites. Bangkok Post · Jun 15
Banks tighten buy now, pay later rules Krungthai Bank (KTB) and Kasikornbank (KBank) are scrutinising their buy now, pay later (BNPL) services and adjusting their business strategies to align with stricter regulatory oversight. Bangkok Post · Jun 12
Barclays to buy GoHenry kids’ debit card and money app High street bank to buy UK business from US fintech company Acorns as it targets young people The Guardian - UK · Jun 12
International Business Times UK · Jun 11 Couple Exposes Fake Wells Fargo Scam, Then Receives Chilling Text: 'Should Have Sent the Money' A Georgia couple's vigilance against a phone scam led to criminal charges against a Florida woman for extortion and threats. Their caution prevented financial loss and prompted an investigation.
Bangkok Post · Jun 9 Mideast war dents KBank asset quality Kasikornbank (KBank) expects the ongoing war in the Middle East to weigh on the bank's asset quality in the second half of the year, while pledging to provide proactive support and relief measures for customers affected by the conflict.
International Business Times UK · Jun 9 81-Year-Old Outsmarts 'Chase Bank' Scammers After Being Told To Withdraw $9,000 — Here's What Saved Her An alert bank employee prevented an elderly widow from falling victim to a $9,000 scam. Learn about the growing threat of bank fraud and how vigilance can protect your savings.
The Guardian - US · Jun 9 World’s largest banks pledged $906bn to fossil fuel companies in ‘unfathomable’ increase in 2025, report finds JPMorgan Chase leads 65 banks making decisions incompatible with restraining rising temperatures, researchers say
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Monzo launches new credit card for customers who struggle to access lending Exclusive: The Flex payment option will be aiming to help some people rebuild their credit file
The Independent UK · Jun 7 Revolut launches 5% savings rate for new bank customers Customers must sign up for an account before 4 August to be eligible
The Independent UK · Jun 7 Two thirds of our customers’ fraud cases start on Meta, Lloyds says Scams include tickets fraud, wedding photobooths, and tattoo deposits, Lloyds said
The Guardian - US · Jun 7 Credit cards aren’t evil – if you know how to use them the right way Using a credit card is no different than having a drink or two at dinner or a Big Mac once in a while. It’s fine, just don’t overdo it
The Guardian - UK · Jun 6 ‘I’m down to one option’: bank customers left frustrated by latest closures Apps intended to replace branches have been hit by outages, as a poll finds most Britons want high street services
The Times of India · Jun 5 Canadian man settles in India with wife's family: Cost of living way lower than Toronto, lost 14lbs in 5 months A Canadian man shared his experience of shifting to India, Bengaluru, permanently, with his wife and how his first five months in India have been both frustrating and rewarding. It has been five months but the man has not been able to open a bank account. A lot of to…
The National (Scotland) · Jun 5 Six more Royal Bank of Scotland branches to close in Scottish towns NATWEST Group has announced that it will close six more Royal Bank of Scotland branches across Scotland ...