Data security

Maria Vullo served for three years as New York's top banking regulator.

Bank posts its best second quarter since 2010 after a disappointing Q1; Cerberus in talks to buy loans at the center of a major accounting error.

The timing of the settlement serves as a warning to other companies of the risks they face in an increasingly data-focused economy.

Equifax Inc. agreed to pay up to $700 million to resolve U.S. federal and state investigations into the 2017 hack that compromised some of the most sensitive information of more than 140 million people.

Firm will pay $700 million to settle issues stemming from data breach; don’t expect JPM CFO Jennifer Piepszak, or anyone else, to be named heir apparent.

The agreement with authorities including the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general — and possibly the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — may be announced as soon as Monday.

The idea of a common digital identity for consumers has become more compelling amid the digitalization of the world's economy. Many bank and credit union executives consider it a natural fit, one the industry should be prepared to lead on.

A bill by Rep. Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., would give the CFPB authority to oversee cybersecurity efforts at the credit bureaus.

New tech-focused programs for employees can help banks evolve from within.

Transit systems are attracting contactless payment technology, but there are other options on the horizon that could make boarding easier than tapping a card or smartphone — provided riders are comfortable with an experience like something out of Minority Report.