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The advent of blockchain technology may prove to be disruptive to traditional credit reporting agencies by decentralizing data aggregation and allowing consumers to take ownership of their data through a personalized wallet they could share with prospective lenders, writes Alexander Koles, CEO, founder and managing director of Evolve Capital Partners.

U.K. startup Flux has signed up a few banks for its platform that delivers real-time receipts to mobile banking apps. The problem is that few retailers are interested, and experts say that’s not likely to change any time soon.

A bill that would ensure fintechs can continue to partner with banks to make loans at interest rates that exceed state caps drew some bipartisan support on Wednesday, despite opposition by consumer groups.

It’s a seat the Trump administration has long wanted vacated, and now it gets a chance to fill it — and change the direction of an agency that’s been a thorn in Republicans’ side. Following are the top candidates.

Credit unions and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau share a similar philosophy, but their methods often clashed during Cordray's tenure. Here's a look at reactions to his departure and speculation on how he might be remembered.

Banks would be big winners if Congress slashes corporate tax rates and they will have no shortage of options for deploying all that extra cash.

The resignation of CFPB Director Richard Cordray gives President Trump the chance to name a director who could roll back agency rules and supervisory policies.

Zelle seemed like banks' catch-up attempt, but it may prove to be a true innovation.

Modulr Finance, a U.K. payments application interface provider, is providing a service level agreement for business-to-business payments that guarantees automation for high volumes of complex payments at any time.

From helping fund new libraries and preparing kids for school to community shred days and free car washes, here's how credit unions are giving back to the communities they serve.