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The best apps for planning your budget: Rocket Money, Mint, and more
May 22, 2023 by Allison Murray
This data platform will help banks share criminal intelligence
May 11, 2023 by Eileen Yu
Jack Ma to cede control of Alibaba's fintech business in shareholder ...
January 9, 2023 by Eileen Yu
Australia beefs up scrutiny of Medibank following data breach
November 28, 2022 by Eileen Yu
Singapore, South Korea formalise digital economy deal to drive interoperability
November 21, 2022 by Eileen Yu

Five Asean nations ink pact to ease cross-border payments

Central banks of Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines have signed an agreement to boost connectivity and facilitate speedier and "more transparent" cross-border payments.

Federal Reserve raises interest rates by 75 basis points for the second time; signals more rate hikes to come

In an effort to get inflation under control, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announces yet another interest rate hike.

July 27, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Finance

SoFi increases savings and checking account APY to 1.8% for direct deposit members

Following interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, the online personal finance company is offering clients an even higher interest rate on their savings and checking accounts.

July 26, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Banking

Online banking surges in Brazil as more customers open bank accounts online than in person

A Deloitte study shows that online banking in Brazil is on the rise -- smartphones account for over half of all banking transactions in the country.

July 25, 2022 by Angelica Mari in Banking

UK cost of living payments explained: How much, when, and who is eligible?

The UK government's payments have begun to hit bank accounts, and more are expected in the coming months.

July 20, 2022 by Charlie Osborne in Finance

Inflation increases credit card usage, stress among Americans: Survey

Americans are paying more for goods and services while tapping their credit to fund their lifestyles. Improving credit scores can help control expenses.

July 19, 2022 by Toni Husbands in Credit Cards

APAC took in almost a third of global $670B private investments

Number of unicorns in the region climbed more than 25% to 450 in 2021, where Asia-Pacific accounted for $193 billion of total private investments, up 67% from the previous year, according to a new report from KPMG and HSBC.

July 18, 2022 by Eileen Yu in Startups

Should you use Buy Now, Pay Later instead of a 0% APR credit card offer?

Buy Now, Pay Later plans are growing in popularity, but can a 0% APR credit card offer do more for your long-term financial health?

July 13, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Credit Cards

The 6 best buy now, pay later apps: Pay off that big purchase over time

What is the best buy now, pay later app? Affirm is our favorite because it offers flexible repayment terms: you can pay for purchases in four installments or finance it (credit approval needed) for longer repayment terms. Buy now, pay later apps make it easy for consumers to make a large purchase and pay it off in small installments. Here are some of the best apps to provide wiggle room when buying.

July 12, 2022 by Erin Gobler in Services & Software

The 5 best travel insurance credit cards: Benefits matched with protection

What is the best travel insurance credit card? It is the Chase Sapphire Reserve Credit Card, which offers excellent benefits matched with precious protections. Consider these best credit cards for travel insurance before your next trip.

July 12, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Credit Cards

The 5 best savings accounts: Earn while you save

What is the best savings account? Ally High Yield Savings Account gets ZDNet's vote. But there are other savings accounts, including a new checking and savings account as an honorable mention, so here are our top picks, all reviewed and compared.

July 8, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Banking

Does Credit Karma affect your credit score? The answer may surprise you.

Credit Karma can help you monitor your credit without impacting your score.

July 8, 2022 by Lena Borrelli in Banking

Singapore still working on rules to tighten social media enforcement

Details of the enforcement framework that will instruct social media platforms to disable access to "harmful" content will be revealed "in due course", says the Singapore government in several parliamentary responses this week that also cover digital banking service disruptions and cybersecurity measures.

July 8, 2022 by Eileen Yu in Security

This high-yield savings account can earn you up to 5%

Varo Bank looks to support consumers through these challenging economic times with its high-yielding saving account, a credit-building secured card, and providing emergency cash.

July 7, 2022 by Evan Zimmer in Banking

Inflation: What it means for your wallet and how it impacts your life

Inflation is a global phenomenon that continues to rise. But what is inflation? ZDNet explains what it is and how it affects your cost of living.

July 6, 2022 by Charlie Osborne in Finance

Financial stress among American workers is high; employees want companies to invest more in benefits to improve their finances

Inadequate retirement savings, credit card debt, not enough money to pay for mortgage, rent, or food, are among reasons Americans are losing sleep, according to SoFi survey.

July 6, 2022 by Marc Wojno in Banking