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Mexico’s central bank will have its own digital currency in circulation by 2024 as part of efforts to boost financial inclusion.

First Premier Bank in South Dakota revamped its online sign-up process to allow customers to name the banker who referred them. This helps bankers overcome their reluctance about digital accounts and lets them start relationships with new customers.

The bank, which donated a total of $1.6 million in 2020 and 2021, endowed the new organization with $4 million.

The addition of one new prohibition order from the National Credit Union Administration brings the year's total to 25.

The National Credit Union Administration has given its first guidance on handling Bitcoin and other digital assets in an effort to encourage credit unions to work with fintechs to offer new services.

Spain’s biggest lender accidentally made a second payment to about 75,000 people and firms who had been due payments from businesses with accounts at its U.K. unit.

Barry Nelson will step down as the president and CEO in April.

Biden administration appointees moved quickly to highlight climate change risks and unwind Trump-era regulatory relief and housing finance measures. These regulators and lawmakers will have a seat at the table as the progressive shift in banking policy continues.

During the pandemic, consumers have become more willing to do their food shopping remotely. Companies like LG and Blue Apron are building on that interest through the addition of networked technology, mobile apps or card rewards.

Large banks explored the concept more than five years ago before quietly moving on. The advent of stablecoins and general acceptance of blockchains have helped make it more practical for some regionals.