The benefits of cloud technology are becoming clear to banks, but concerns linger over being locked in to a single vendor. 

Analysing past behaviour is no longer the only way to assess risk.

After a damning report from the Royal Commission, Australian banks must overhaul how they operate or face losing share to challenger banks and Asian rivals. 

Developed markets have been quick to embrace contactless payment, while China's favourite method – via QR code – is fast spreading abroad. So is this the death knell for cash? 

With the sky no longer the limit for Middle Eastern oil prices, Gulf Co-operation Council states must adapt and find new markets, or face the consequences.

The new bank era has arrived – and entails learning to code, creating digital structures and closing branches. 

There is now global momentum behind open banking, so it is time to sell customers on the benefits of data-sharing, writes Chris Skinner.

Despite the rhetoric in Europe on tackling money laundering, cases continue to come to light. Politician should act together now, says Stefanie Linhardt. 

Anyone waiting for mega M&A to return to Europe should not hold their breath.