Metro Bank glitch leaves customers with missing money
Thousands of Metro Bank customers faced payment chaos and missing money as a major technical glitch crippled online and mobile banking services across the UK.
Thousands of Metro Bank customers faced payment chaos and missing money as a major technical glitch crippled online and mobile banking services across the UK.
Metro Bank customers left stranded as mobile app and online services crash for hours, with frustrated users unable to access their money or make payments during widespread outage.
Australia's largest bank retreats from intrusive financial health check survey asking about relationships, health and finances following widespread backlash and privacy concerns.
Thousands of Virgin Money customers report being locked out of accounts without warning, sparking financial chaos and urgent calls for regulatory action.
Lloyds, Halifax and Barclays announce sweeping branch closures across England and Wales, leaving customers facing longer journeys to access in-person banking services.
Lloyds Banking Group announces significant reduction in overdraft fees, cutting charges from £150 to just £15 in major customer-friendly overhaul.
A Melbourne mother's life turned upside down when HSBC suddenly froze her account without explanation, leaving her unable to access her own money for essential expenses in a shocking case of banking bureaucracy gone wrong.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces criticism after intervening in Nigel Farage's Coutts banking controversy, raising questions about political influence in financial services.
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
The UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance has been abruptly dissolved following US political pressure and legal threats, dealing a significant blow to global climate finance efforts.
Banco Sabadell's board unanimously rejects BBVA's acquisition offer, declaring it undervalues the bank amid Spanish banking consolidation talks.
Nationwide Building Society warns customers about sophisticated text scams targeting bank accounts. Learn how to spot fake messages and protect your money from fraudsters.
Australia Post faces furious backlash after quietly implementing cashless policies across branches, leaving vulnerable customers stranded and prompting government intervention.
Exclusive: A frustrated NAB customer reveals why he's abandoning the banking giant after what he calls a 'complete system failure' left him fighting for his own money.
NatWest Group announces the closure of 20 bank branches across England and Wales in 2025, citing a dramatic shift to online banking. Discover if your local branch is affected.
NatWest issues an urgent alert as a new wave of sophisticated 'Hi Mum' and 'Hi Dad' scams targets British families, with fraudsters stealing thousands by impersonating relatives in distress.
High street banking giants Santander and Nationwide are at odds over a proposed overhaul of the UK's current account switching service, a move that could significantly alter how customers change banks.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has branded the controversy surrounding Nigel Farage's bank account closure, which drew commentary from Elon Musk, a distraction from the UK's real issues.
UK banking customers are being targeted by sophisticated 'withdrawal' scam that bypasses security. Victims report losing thousands as fraudsters exploit system loopholes. Essential reading to protect your savings.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) customers were left stranded as a planned maintenance event spiralled into a full-scale online and app banking outage, disrupting payments and access for millions.
Major UK banks are offering cash incentives up to £200 for customers who switch their current accounts. Discover which banks are paying and how to claim your free cash before the deals vanish.
Exclusive: Bank of America announces a major pay increase for its UK staff while quietly accelerating a programme of local branch closures, raising questions about the future of high street banking.
In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.
Exclusive: A leading British bank has warned that artificial intelligence could replace thousands of jobs, signalling a major shift in the UK's financial employment landscape. Discover which roles are most vulnerable.
A Lloyds Banking Group customer reveals how a system error mistakenly linked her identity to her twin sister, leaving her unable to access her new credit card and trapped in a bureaucratic loop for weeks.
Australian financial watchdog ASIC investigates ANZ Bank over claims it froze customer accounts based on ABC's controversial 'Banking Crooks' documentary, as presenter Sarah Ferguson is called to testify.
Exclusive: Nigel Farage breaks his silence on being 'debanked' by multiple UK banks, alleging a coordinated political purge in the financial sector. The Brexit architect reveals seven banks have closed his accounts in a stunning financial exclusion case.
Major banks including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, and NatWest have announced a sweeping wave of 162 branch closures across the UK in 2024, accelerating the decline of the British high street. Discover if your local branch is on the list.
ANZ Bank has been hit with a monumental £240 million penalty for a litany of serious failures, including charging fees to deceased customers. The Federal Court condemns the bank's 'widespread' and 'systemic' misconduct.
The Reserve Bank of Australia plans to eliminate debit and credit card surcharges, facing fierce opposition from major banks who warn of unintended consequences for consumers and businesses.