Business-related personal insolvencies surge
Significant Increase in Business-Related Personal Insolvencies In a concerning financial trend, the number of business-related personal insolvencies in December 2025 experienced a significant surge of 38% compared to the previous year. The Australian Financial Security Authority (AFSA) data revealed that 344 individuals who declared personal insolvency were also connected to a business, marking an increase […]
Why small banks, credit unions are buying onboarding tech | Credit Union Journal

Community Banks and Credit Unions Embrace Fintech to Boost Onboarding With the rapid digitalization of banking services, community banks and credit unions are increasingly turning to fintech platforms like Swaystack to enhance their onboarding and direct deposit technology. As these small banks vie for primary status in the customer’s wallet, they face stiff competition from […]
Synthetic banking has outpaced its governance

Banks are progressively adopting artificial intelligence, automation, and algorithmic decision-making. However, what remains less discussed is the underlying structure of these decisions – synthetic data, proxy models, inferred behaviours, and simulated realities that are gradually replacing customers, transactions, and risk. This transformation has not been a result of a single major decision but has occurred […]
The wisdom of Hamza Lemssouguer, 35-year-old trading genius
The Unconventional Journey of Hamza Lemssouguer Hamza Lemssouguer, a credit trader, is breaking stereotypes with his unique hobby of breeding parrots. At just 35 years old, Lemssouguer has already made a significant impact in the finance world. He is the founder of Arini Capital, a successful hedge fund with $15 billion in assets under management. […]
Sr. Manager Software Engineer (Bank Tech)

Introduction As we stride into the digital age, the intersection of banking and technology has become a hotbed for innovation and growth. At the forefront of this transformation is the role of Sr. Manager Software Engineer in Bank Tech, a position that not only demands a deep understanding of technology and software engineering but also […]
Consumer Bank Marketing Retention/Lifecycle Lead Vice President

Stepping into the Role of Consumer Bank Marketing Retention Lead Vice President In today’s highly competitive banking landscape, the role of Consumer Bank Marketing Retention Lead Vice President has emerged as a critical position. It is a role that requires a unique blend of strategic thinking, innovative marketing, and data-driven analytics to enhance customer loyalty […]
Atomic settlement swaps one risk for another, and banks aren’t ready

Understanding the Shift From Batch to Atomic Settlement Batch settlement has for decades been the banking industry’s pact with time. It has allowed markets to trade at full speed while finality waited for cutoffs, netting cycles, correspondent windows, and often, the next business day. However, this arrangement did not eliminate exposure, it merely stored it. […]
Program Manager, Bank Partnerships Marketing

Block: A Company Built from Many Blocks Block, Inc. is a unique company that is built from many different blocks, all of which are united by a single purpose: economic empowerment. The company is constructed from several foundational teams, including People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and many more. These teams work […]
USAA hires Santander tech chief as next CIO

Dan Griffiths appointed as USAA Chief Information Officer USAA, a renowned insurance and financial services provider, has recently appointed Santander executive Dan Griffiths as its new Chief Information Officer. Effective Wednesday, Griffiths brings over 20 years of experience in the financial sector, having served as the CIO of Santander since August 2024. Prior to that, […]
Banking Associate – Northgate | Portland, OR, USA

An In-depth Look at the Role of a Banking Associate at TD, Portland, Maine TD Bank, one of the leading global financial institutions, is seeking to onboard a Banking Associate at its Portland, Maine branch in the United States. The position offers an engaging and rewarding work environment with an attractive compensation package and opportunities […]