Banking on biometrics

Aug 12, 2015

If your brain occasionally goes blank when the ATM machine requests your PIN code, or worse, someone else has withdrawn cash from your account, help is just a fingertip away. Nick Perkins, divisional director of Identity Management at Bytes Systems Integration (Bytes...

Nedbank’s home loans channel wins award

Aug 11, 2015

Nedbank’s award winning Home Loans online application channel has once again been lauded for its innovative bond application solution by The Banker Magazine, scooping the Technology Project of the Year award. This accolade comes hot on the heels of the recent Asian Banker Awards held in Dubai which saw the channel awarded the Best Mortgage and Home Loans Product in Africa for 2015.

MasterCard busts 10 payment myths

Aug 7, 2015

Sometimes, a convenient payment solution to make your life easier might seem too good to be true, but with the rise of technology it really is possible. For example, electronic payment developments such as contactless cards and digital wallets seem to be suspiciously...

An Agile approach in the banking sector

Aug 3, 2015

Adopting an agile approach to software development can greatly assist banks to transition to new products and services in a digital era, enabling them to remain competitive and relevant in an increasingly challenging landscape, says Shailendra Singh, head Emerging...

Reputable cloud providers key for banks

Jul 23, 2015

Cloud-based services have become increasingly popular among small and large businesses alike. This change in technology and regulation means that financial institutions are under pressure to source solutions that are flexible in meeting security risks. Banks need to...

Electronic banking channels optimise savings

Jul 16, 2015

So you are rigorous with your budgeting and you already have a sensible savings plan? With July being National Savings Month in South Africa, it might be the right time to consider taking the next step in your savings journey. It’s time to ensure that you are moving...