With more than one billion data profiles already under its belt, India’s biometric database has turned an ultra-modern ideal into an everyday reality. But such hi-tech convenience does not come without unprecedented risks

Nigeria’s economy may be in a difficult period, but with digitalisation at the core of the national banking strategy, financial inclusion has been given room to grow

In order to identify the banks best suited for a digital future, World Finance is now accepting nominations for the Digital Banking Awards 2017

Digital-only bank Atom has hired American musician Will.i.am in a bid to attract a more technologically-savvy customer base

A robust banking sector and propensity towards digital innovation has made financial inclusion an invaluable driver of Chile’s budding economy

Since the financial crisis, digital-only banks have placed increasing pressure on the industry’s old guard. But with a wealth of resources in opposition, the industry’s pioneers face an uphill battle

As nations around the world abandon cash in favour of mobile banking, we may well be witnessing the demise of physical money

As the financial world embraces the latest in digital tech, artificial intelligence, biometrics and next-generation analytics are shaking up the experience of banking

The price of bitcoin has topped gold for the first time, marking a symbolic moment in the evolution of finance

Blockchain has the ability to transform the entire cross-border payments sector. How and when this will be achieved remains to be seen

Standard Chartered Bank is at the forefront of a drive to bring banking into the 21st century, offering more beneficial technologies without leaving personal service by the wayside

With clients expecting more and more from their banks, providing a comprehensive, accessible digital product is more important than ever. When it comes to doing it right, BNP Paribas is leading the pack

CB Bank has been serving Myanmar’s customers for more than 20 years. During its history it has been a pioneer in introducing new banking products to a country on the up

With an eye on becoming a leader for digital transformation, Standard Chartered is pursuing a major and exciting digitally focused revamp