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Monzo hires Google veteran for African expansion drive
Former Google and Standard Chartered executive Hussain Elius appointed as Monzo's Head of International Markets to drive African expansion strategy
Kyiv museum launches African art exhibition during war
In a powerful act of cultural resilience, Kyiv's Khanenko Museum opens 'Africa: The Art of a Continent' exhibition, showcasing African masterpieces while Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty.
Lloyds Faces Major Fine Over Spanish Property Scandal
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group could face substantial penalties after UK regulators uncovered serious misconduct in its Spanish property investment scheme affecting thousands of customers.
HSBC sued over Bernie Madoff profits in major lawsuit
HSBC confronts explosive legal action alleging the banking giant knowingly profited from Bernie Madoff's notorious Ponzi scheme while ignoring clear warning signs in the largest fraud in Wall Street history.
Nationwide announces major branch network changes
Nationwide Building Society announces significant restructuring across its UK branch network, affecting opening hours and services at multiple locations.
Africa's Commuting Crisis: Human Stories Behind Gridlock
From Lagos to Nairobi, millions face daily transport nightmares. Discover the personal struggles and resilience of African commuters battling impossible journeys.
Lloyds Bank explains customer access problems
Lloyds Banking Group explains ongoing technical issues affecting mobile and online services, with customers reporting login problems and payment failures.
NatWest Announces Major Banking Overhaul
NatWest Group reveals strategic transformation plan affecting Ulster Bank operations, customer services, and regional banking infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.
Lloyds and Schroders forge wealth management alliance
Lloyds Banking Group announces strategic partnership with Schroders plc to create a new wealth management venture, combining Lloyds' extensive customer base with Schroders' investment expertise.
Ivory Coast appoints Tidjane Thiam in historic banking move
In a groundbreaking political decision, Ivory Coast appoints Tidjane Thiam as the head of a significant West African banking institution, marking a historic moment for Ivorian leadership in regional finance.
ANZ Banking App Crashes in Nationwide Outage
Thousands of ANZ customers across Australia were left stranded as both the mobile app and internet banking services crashed simultaneously, sparking fury and financial anxiety.
Lloyds Banking Group Hit by Major Service Outage
Thousands of UK banking customers were left stranded as Lloyds Banking Group services crashed, leaving accounts inaccessible and payments failing across multiple major banks.
NatWest student account chaos leaves thousands stranded
Exclusive investigation reveals how NatWest's system failures have trapped students in banking chaos, with frozen accounts and mounting financial stress across UK campuses.
Westpac tightens savings rules for younger customers
Major Australian bank Westpac introduces stricter conditions for younger customers seeking competitive savings rates, requiring regular deposits and balance growth to qualify.
Miriam Makeba's revolutionary spirit in dance drama
A groundbreaking new dance production celebrating the life and music of South African icon Miriam Makeba premieres in London, blending powerful political narrative with explosive choreography.
Trump-era immigration policy detains West Africans in Ghana
Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump-era immigration policies led to the detention of West African migrants in Ghana, raising serious human rights concerns and diplomatic tensions.
Lloyds sets aside £450m for car finance claims probe
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group sets aside £450 million as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market, potentially triggering compensation claims for millions of British motorists.
Lloyds adds £800m to car finance compensation pot
Lloyds Banking Group faces mounting costs as it allocates another £800 million to cover compensation for historical motor finance commission claims, bringing total provisions to a staggering £2 billion.
Lloyds sets aside £450m for car finance probe
Exclusive: Lloyds sets aside massive sum as FCA investigates discretionary commission arrangements in car finance market. Potential compensation claims could affect millions.
Lloyds Faces FCA Probe Over Car Finance Commissions
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority launches investigation into Lloyds Banking Group's motor finance commission arrangements, potentially affecting millions of customers.
Lloyds faces FCA car finance commission investigation
Lloyds Banking Group is under investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority regarding historical motor finance commission arrangements, potentially impacting millions of customers.
Ben Smith appointed Newcastle Building Society CEO
Newcastle Building Society announces Ben Smith as incoming Chief Executive, bringing extensive financial services experience to lead the mutual's next chapter of growth and member-focused strategy.
Lloyds Bank cuts 1,600 jobs in restructuring
Lloyds Banking Group reveals plans to slash 1,600 jobs while creating 830 new roles in strategic restructuring. The changes affect multiple locations including Bristol and Edinburgh as the bank accelerates its digital transformation.
Bank error leaves man £2.6 million richer
A British man's ordinary day turned extraordinary when he discovered his bank account had been credited with an unexpected £2.6 million payment, sparking a whirlwind of excitement and ethical dilemmas.
Halifax, Lloyds & Santander cut 1,100+ banking jobs
Major UK banks Halifax, Lloyds and Santander announce significant job cuts affecting more than 1,100 positions while creating nearly 500 new roles in evolving banking sectors.
JP Morgan mandates biometric data for UK staff access
Banking giant JP Morgan requires all UK headquarters staff to share fingerprint and facial recognition data for building access, sparking privacy debates and union concerns.
Queenstown forces Bendigo Bank cash policy reversal
The remote community of Queenstown, Tasmania, has emerged victorious in a landmark battle against banking giant Bendigo Bank, successfully reversing a controversial cashless policy that threatened to leave elderly and vulnerable residents stranded.
UK Government Reveals Major Banking Compensation Shake-Up
The Treasury has announced sweeping reforms to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme that could safeguard millions of British savers and transform banking security.
Lloyds Bank makes £450m profit from Ferrari stake sale
Exclusive analysis reveals how Lloyds Banking Group's patient investment strategy paid off spectacularly with their Ferrari stake, while Citigroup faces Hong Kong regulatory scrutiny in separate banking sector developments.
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