The much-hyped internet-only US bank of the future (because it doesn’t yet exist) BankSimple has given a sneek peak into the way it will look.
Author: Rob Lewis
Infographic: Energy Price Rises
Confused.com have produced an infographic which demonstrates how the major suppliers have increased their electricity and gas prices, what you can do about it, and how your money gets spent.
Google Wallet Launches
Google Wallet, which we first talked about at the end of May, has finally been launched.
Student Loan Calculator
The BBC has designed a simple calculator to give students repaying loans under the new system an idea of how much it may cost them to pay off their student loans.
Santander Adds Text Alerts
Santander customers with a current or savings account can now receive text messages notifying them about their balance and transactions.
UK Banks On Twitter
Over the past couple of days I’ve had the chance to test out some big banks’ responsiveness to being contacted on Twitter.
Halifax & Bank Of Scotland Online Banking FAIL
Thousands of Halifax and Bank Of Scotland customers have experienced problems accessing their bank accounts information online, since a botched integration courtesy of owners Lloyds at the weekend.
HSBC Giving Away 30 Apple MacBooks (If You Can Login)
HSBC has started a new competition for its 4 million internet banking customers to win one of 30 Apple MacBook Airs, despite the recent negative reactions to introducing its Secure Key widget.
Are First Direct Introducing A “Secure Key” Widget?
Are First Direct (owned by HSBC) planning on introducing a “Secure Key” widget to add an extra layer of security (and frustration) to online banking?
Quidco Android App
Following on from the launch of their iPhone app, cashback site Quidco have now enabled Andoid phone users the chance to earn cashback and find local deals on their mobiles.