Data Sets

Phishing and ransomware attacks were among the deadliest for financial institutions in the past year.

Despite a slow year overall, banks announced several substantial merger and acquisitions in 2022.

American Express, LendingClub and Webster Bank are among the financial firms that named new chief information officers and chief technology officers.

The sharpest run-up in rates seen in over three decades slashed mortgage origination volumes, and contributed to a volatile market environment, but had some cyclical benefits for servicing.

A consumer financial-health checkup from the CFPB, a Mid Penn M&A deal in Jersey and more in banking news this week.

The Paycheck Protection Program proved successful in providing small-business owners with funds to keep workers employed — but it was also a magnet for criminals. Here is a rundown of fraud probes, prosecutions and potential long-term consequences for commercial lending.

Fintechs shed thousands of jobs during 2022. But firms with strong balance sheets plan to pick up talent to drive innovation in the new year.

Amid high inflation and favorable conditions for job-seekers, several banks hiked their starting wages this year. But even as their labor costs rose, they still found it hard to hang onto employees.

Hacks of banks, credit unions and insurance companies compromised the data of millions of consumers, who filed a flurry of class actions in response.

After years of deliberation and controversy, 2022 will be remembered as the year the global financial system replaced the Libor interest rate benchmark, the last vestiges of which sunset in 2023.

Credit unions announced 15 deals for banks in 2022, surpassing 2021's total — with much of the momentum coming late in the year.

Early Warning Services' bank-owned peer-to-peer payment service reached eye-popping growth milestones in 2022. But scams targeting Zelle users also soared, drawing lawmaker scrutiny and forcing Zelle to consider reimbursing victims.

On issues from guns and abortion to climate change to corporate diversity, banks that have been trying to satisfy progressive groups felt blowback this year from right-leaning organizations and Republican officials.

U.S. Bank and KeyBank were among those that made significant advances in their use of cloud computing during the past year.

Pay-by-bank advances in the U.K.; British banks team to protect cash; Mastercard invests in Africa, and other news.

A handful of banks and credit unions with assets under $3 billion each rolled out or expanded its use of distinctive technologies, including a contactless-payment ring.

Changes that began at individual banks in 2021 gained steam this year, as many large and midsize banks reduced their reliance on overdraft-related charges. Federal and state policymakers were key catalysts of the sea change.

Banks, fintechs and credit unions are cautiously investing in technology and customer experience as next year's economy remains uncertain.

Financial institutions have launched tailored relief campaigns to help refugees begin rebuilding their lives.

Goldman mulls deeper cuts, FDIC names fund leaders and more in banking news this week.