BankThink

The movement has suffered several black eyes during the last 18 months. We should be worried about long-term damage to our reputation.

The German bank responds to an op-ed that criticized its restructuring.

While bank stocks flounder, their bonds are seen as a haven against a possible recession; the senator asks bank about overdraft fees on closed accounts.

If firms don't enroll consumers quickly for card accounts, it suggests other elements of the institution may also be suspect, says Kofax's Dermot McCauley.

Human error makes credit unions vulnerable to cybersecurity threats, but executives can fight this by setting up the right processes and technology.

Most consumers will share more data, including preferences, if they see a more valuable personalized experience, says Hero Digital's Kristine Stebbins.

Complaints made by legacy shareholders of Freddie Mac have no value after the Treasury Department pumped up Freddie and Fannie Mae through conservatorship.

The FDIC and the OCC relax the rule restricting proprietary trading; home buyers with bad credit, lots of debt, or employment issues are again getting loans.

The mobile payment revolution has made mobile banking apps even more lucrative and attractive to crooks.

In the age of e-commerce and the "Pays," redemptions will no longer be viewed primarily as an expense to be managed, but rather as a tool to create value through higher spending, brand engagement, and long-term loyalty, says Capco's Daniela Hawkins.