Bank technology

Santander is throwing another $100 million into its fintech venture investment fund, Santander InnoVentures.

Banco Popular North America in New York has launched a digital-banking platform.

The fragmentation of the U.S. regulatory system and uncertainty around what agencies will regulate fintech firms could slow down innovation.

The hit smartphone game Pokemon Go taught banks a lesson in mobile strategy this week: gamify it.

The acrimonious debate in the bitcoin community turns in part on whether one prioritizes using the digital currency as an investment or as a means of expanding global financial inclusion.

If the financial services industry wants to avoid spending years aimlessly testing blockchain prototypes, it needs to focus on coming up with standards and working together.

Walmart Pay is the culmination of years of efforts that Walmart has put into building its brand as a trusted provider of payments. In addition to its new mobile wallet, Walmart has been involved in numerous innovative projects to help its customers move money.

Using methods akin to fighting external hacking can also address risks of employees committing legal or ethical lapses.

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The U.K.'s mobile-first Starling Bank has received a banking license from the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority.