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Reeves Forges New Pact with UK Banks to Boost Economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves hosts landmark meeting with UK banking chiefs, unveiling a new 'shared commitment' to boost competitiveness and economic growth. Exclusive details on the new Mansion House reforms.

HSBC and First Direct Hit Major Online Banking Outage

Thousands of HSBC and First Direct customers across the UK were unable to access their online and mobile banking services due to a significant technical outage, with the bank issuing an apology and working to resolve the 'ERR03' error.

HSBC Banking App Crashes, Locking Out Thousands of UK Users

Thousands of HSBC UK customers were left unable to access their money as the banking giant's app and online services suffered a major crash. Frustrated users took to social media to report issues with logins, transactions, and balance checks.

Selfie Scam: Fraudsters Exploit NAB's Facial Recognition

Exclusive: A sophisticated criminal syndicate exploited a major flaw in National Australia Bank's 'selfie' identity verification, stealing over $1.5 million in a high-tech fraud that raises serious questions about biometric security.

NatWest & Halifax Shut 39 Bank Branches

Major banking giants NatWest and Halifax announce the closure of 39 UK branches in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Full list of affected locations and what it means for customers.

Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable: Key Takeaways

Australia's top policymakers and business leaders gathered for the first day of the Economic Reform Roundtable, discussing critical changes to boost growth, innovation, and competitiveness. Here’s what was decided.

Best UK Banks 2024 Rankings Revealed

Discover the official rankings of the best UK banks in 2024. Find out which banks lead in customer service, digital banking, and overall satisfaction.

CBA posts record $10.2bn cash profit

Australia's largest lender, Commonwealth Bank, posts a historic $10.2bn cash profit amid rising interest rates, sparking debate over banking sector accountability.

Lloyds to close 45 UK bank branches

Lloyds Banking Group announces the closure of 45 branches across the UK, impacting Halifax and Bank of Scotland customers. Find out the locations and what alternatives are available.

Metro Bank secures £925m rescue package

Metro Bank has finalised a £925 million rescue package, including £325 million in new capital and £600 million in debt refinancing, to stabilise its operations and reassure customers.

GMB star scammed out of life savings

A popular Good Morning Britain presenter has fallen victim to a devastating scam, losing their entire savings. Experts warn about rising sophisticated fraud tactics.

Sir Bill O'Brien, business titan, dies at 94

Sir Bill O'Brien, the visionary entrepreneur who transformed British retail and banking, has died at 94. His legacy reshaped industries and inspired generations.

KPMG UK Faces Backlash Over Bank Remarks

KPMG UK has come under fire after a senior executive made contentious remarks about banks, sparking outrage and calls for accountability. Here’s the full story.

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