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.
Author: Rob Lewis
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.
Infographic: Mobile Payments
Here’s a good infographic on mobile payments including growth forecasts, adoption drivers and the 5 main types of mobile payment.
iPhone Owners “Keenest On Mobile Banking”
According to research, iPhone users are the most likely to embrace banking on their phones, with 46% willing to pay their bills on their mobile.
What Would Your Perfect Bank Look Like? Your Views Wanted
Which? is looking for your thoughts on what makes the perfect bank.
Wonga To Float On Stock Market?
According to GigaOM, short-term lender Wonga might be in the early stages of planning to launch on the stock market.
Turn Personal Finance Management Into A Game
Personal finance blogger JD Roth, of Get Rich Slowly has written an article on Lifehacker on how to turn money management into a game. In it he explores how you can use money management techniques based on game design principles.
eBay & Amazon Scams To Watch Out For
Lovemoney.com has posted warnings about scams for two of the most popular shopping websites.
Lloyds TSB, Halifax & Bank Of Scotland Websites To Be Redesigned
The Lloyds Banking Group is set to relaunch the websites of Lloyds TSB, Halifax and Bank Of Scotland later in the year, in a push to improve its online presence.